BMW R 18 vs Ducati Diavel 1260
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 18 or Ducati Diavel 1260? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 18 and Diavel 1260. BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs.19.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Ducati Diavel 1260 Price starts at Rs.21.49 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD BS6. BMW R 18 is 2 cylinder, 1802 cc Engine can generate 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm power whereas Ducati Diavel 1260 is a 2 cylinder, 1262 cc Engine can generate 159.58 bhp @ 9500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R 18 provides a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model), and Diavel 1260 has a mileage of 18.5 kmpl (base model). BMW R 18 is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas Ducati Diavel 1260 is available in 1 colours & 4 variants.
R 18 vs Diavel 1260
| Key Highlights | BMW R 18 | Ducati Diavel 1260 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.19.90 Lakh | Rs.21.49 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 1262 cc |
| Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 159.58 bhp @ 9500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 17.8 kmpl | 18.5 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R 18 specifications | Diavel 1260 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 22.77 Lakh Price Breakup | 24.41 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | - | 4.2 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 17 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 1802 cc | 1262 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 18 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Diavel 1260 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston | Front - 4 Piston& Rear - 2 Piston Callipers |
Front Disc Size | 300 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 46 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 46 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopifork | 5mfulladjustablusfork |
Rear Suspension | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut | MoNoshock& preload and rebound adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
| R 18 Instrumentation | Diavel 1260 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | - |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R 18 Exterior | Diavel 1260 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
| R 18 Warranty | Diavel 1260 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years or Unlimited km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| R 18 Body & Suspension | Diavel 1260 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams | Tubular steel trellis frame |
Engine & Transmission
| R 18 Engine & Transmission | Diavel 1260 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 1262 cc |
Engine Type | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. | Ducati Testastreta DVT 1262& L-Twin cylinder& 4 valves per cylinder& Dual Spark& Desmodromic Variable Timing |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.31 kwh | 0.12 kwh |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free | - |
Top Speed | 180 kmph | 299 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 107.1 mm x 100 mm | 106 mm x 71.5 mm |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Twin Cylinder |
Cooling type | Air/Oil Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - |
Max Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 159.58 bhp @ 9500 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 18 Comfort & Convenience | Diavel 1260 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | - |
Front Storage Box | No | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | No | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | 4 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | - |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | - |
Safety
| R 18 Safety | Diavel 1260 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | No | - |
Turn Signal | LED | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | 3 | Yes |
Slipper Clutch | Single Plate Clutch | Slipper and Self-Servo Wet Multiplate Clutch with Hydraulic Control |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 18 Dimensions & Capacity | Diavel 1260 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2440 mm | 2273 mm |
Width | 964 mm | 938 mm |
Height | 1232 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase | 1731 mm | 1600 mm |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 121 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 17 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4 Litres | 4.2 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
Seat Height | 690 mm | 780 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 345 kg | 249 kg |
Pros & Cons
| R 18 Pros & Cons | Diavel 1260 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 18 and Ducati Diavel 1260
Safety
R 18 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Diavel 1260 has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Power Modes, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
BMW R 18 has features like Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Ducati Diavel 1260, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest.
Transmission
BMW R 18 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Diavel 1260 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 18 has a 16 Litres fuel tank with 1232 mm seat height. Ducati Diavel 1260 has 1151 mm seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 18 and Ducati Diavel 1260 FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 18?
The on-road price of BMW R 18 is Rs. 22.77 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Ducati Diavel 1260?
The on-road price of Ducati Diavel 1260 is Rs. 24.41 Lakh in New Delhi.