BMW has updated its five Big Boxer cruisers—the R 18, R 18 Classic, R 18 Roctane, R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental—with the R 18 and R 18 Classic get new technical features, as well as all the R 18 models receiving new paint finishes, optional accessories and equipment.
MSRP pricing for the new 2025 BMW R 18 models, not including destination, is $15,395 (R 18), $18,395 (R 18 Classic), $18,995 (R 18 Roctane), $20,375 (R 18 B), and $24,395 (R 18 Transcontinental).
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“Even more riding fun: that was our goal when revising the BMW R 18 and R 18 Classic,” Markus Lederer, Head of BMW Boxer Series, said. “We have refined the design, added numerous improvements in terms of detail and comfort and made the R 18 even more fun to ride with the 18-inch rear wheel. In addition to new finishes and equipment, the BMW R 18 Roctane, R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental have also undergone a technical revision to bring the entire BMW R 18 range into line with the EU 5+ standard.”
According to BMW for 2025, all R 18 models gain 4 lb-ft in torque at 3000 rpm (up to 120 lb-ft), and over 110 lb-ft of torque is available between 2000–4000 rpm. Power from the 1802cc air/oil-cooled boxer twin remains at 91 hp.
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2025 BMW R 18
The revised BMW R 18 now has a more contemporary and dynamic appearance thanks to newly designed front and rear fenders along with an 18-inch rear wheel (previously 16-inch). The wheels are also optionally available in a Contrast Cut design. The familiar 19-inch / 16-inch spoked wheels are still available as part of the Option 719 Olivine package.
The newly styled R 18 now has a more cushioned seat and a new wheel/tire combo, which adds 1.1 inch of seat height compared to the previous version (27.2 previous, now 28.3 inches).
The rear shock has new spring/damping rates. This was tuned to work together with the new 18-inch rear wheel and the new 180/55B18 tire to match. Another new feature is the USB-C charging socket.
The basic version of the BMW R 18 features a silver powertrain, a chrome-plated exhaust system and black cast aluminum wheels. The body color is Black Storm Metallic.
In the optional Option 719 Olivine variant, the R 18 has a black powertrain, the Design Package Aero, surface-enhanced Option 719 Icon cast alloy wheels (19-inch / 16-inch), a chrome-plated exhaust system and the Option 719 seat. The body is finished in Velvet Green Metallic. The BMW R 18 Style Blacked Out equipment is new and features black elements throughout the entire motorcycle.
2025 BMW R 18 Features
- New front and rear fenders.
- New 18-inch rear wheel (replaces 16-inch wheel).
- New seven double-spoke wheel design.
- New side covers with more pronounced contours.
- New “rough look” finish to uncovered front forks.
- New round design muffler (replaces fishtail muffler)
- New recontoured seat with more, softer padding.
- New seat release push button hidden under seat cover.
- New rear shock retuned for more comfort.
- New USB-C charging socket.
- New Style Blacked Out equipment option.
Standard Equipment for 2025 BMW R 18
1802cc air/oil-cooled, 2-cylinder boxer motor, 6-speed helical-toothed gearbox, antihopping clutch, chrome-plated header, stainless-steel round exhaust system, open drive shaft, cast aluminum wheels, twin-disk front brakes, rear shock with preload adjustment, BMW Motorrad integral ABS, ASC Automatic Stability Control, Dynamic Brake Control, Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Electronic Immobilizer, Riding Modes, Keyless Ride, full LED lighting, comfort turn signals, 12v socket, USB-C charge socket, tachometer, onboard computer, adjustable handbrake and clutch levers, Ultimate Care Break-In Service.
2025 BMW R 18 Classic
The BMW R 18 Classic is also restyled, notably in the front fender with a new mudguard extension. The touring bike gets a new 19-inch spoke front wheel (previously 16-inches), round rear exhaust pipes, and also has a USB-C charging socket. Its seat height is now 28.7-inches versus the previous 28.0-inches.
The standard version of the BMW R 18 Classic has a powertrain finished in silver, a chrome-plated exhaust system, spoked 19-inch / 16-inch wheels and fork covers. The standard paint finish is Black Storm Metallic. In the optional Option 719 Aquamarine variant, the R 18 Classic features a silver powertrain, the Design Package Aero, surface-enhanced Option 719 Icon cast wheels (19-inch / 16-inch), the front fender from the R 18 Transcontinental, fork covers, a chrome-plated exhaust system and the Option 719 seat. The body is finished in a Two-Tone Blue Planet Metallic/Oriental Blue Metallic. The BMW R 18 Classic Style Blacked Out equipment option is new and features black elements throughout the motorcycle.
2025 BMW R 18 Classic Features
- New front fender from R 18 B.
- New 19-inch front wheel (previously 16-inch).
- New side covers with more pronounced contours.
- New USB-C charging socket.
- New Style Blacked Out equipment option.
Standard Equipment for 2025 BMW R 18 Classic
In addition to the R 18’s standard equipment, the R 18 Classic includes spoked wheels, Steering Stabilizer, telescopic forks with fork covers, side bags, LED fog lights, passenger seat, windshield and cruise control.
2025 BMW R 18 Roctane
The BMW R 18 Roctane is now available in Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic. Also new are optional body colored Filler Panels, which visually make the gap between the side cases and the rear fender disappear, and the Dark Chrome finish for the pushrod tubes, airbox cover and headlight inner ring.
2025 BMW R 18 Roctane Features
- New optional Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic paint finish.
- New optional body color covers.
- New Dark Chrome finish for pushrod tubes, airbox cover, and inner headlight ring.
Standard Equipment for 2025 BMW R 18 Roctane
In addition to the R 18’s standard equipment, the R 18 Roctane includes steering stabilizer, telescopic forks with fork covers, one piece bench seat, integrated panniers in body color, floorboards, cruise control, black powertrain.
2025 BMW R 18 B
The BMW R 18 B features a favorites button on the right-hand handlebar instrument panel, which provides quick access to functions such as direct activation of the grip heating—-without having to go through the instrument console menu using the Multicontroller. A switch for the central locking system used to be located here. This has been replaced by the favorites button. The central locking system can still be conveniently controlled using the remote control key.
The items included in the optional Style Blacked Out are the black powertrain, black equipment and an exhaust system in Dark Chrome. The optional Option 719 Black Pearl now also includes the pushrod tubes and airbox cover in Dark Chrome. Also new are the optional body colored Filler Panels.
2025 BMW R 18 B Features
- New favorites button for quick access.
- New Style Blacked Out equipment option.
- New optional body color covers.
- New Option 719 Black Pearl with Dark Chrome pushrod tubes and airbox cover.
Standard Equipment for 2025 BMW R 18 B
1802cc air/oil-cooled, 2-cylinder boxer motor, 6-speed helical toothed gearbox, chrome-plated header, stainless-steel exhaust system, anti-hopping clutch, open shaft drive, cast aluminum wheels, twin-disc front brake, Dynamic Brake Control, Dynamic Engine Brake Control, BMW Full Integral ABS, Automatic Stability Control, steering stabilizer, telescopic forks with fork covers, Automatic Load Compensation, heated grips, electronic immobilizer, full LED lighting, fork-mounted fairing, one-piece bench seat, infotainment system, integrated panniers in body color, 12V socket, tachometer, cruise control, comfort turn indicators, Multi-Controller, colored TFT screen, on-board computer, adjustable handbrake and clutch levers, storage compartment with charging function, Keyless Ride, Riding Modes, connectivity, power reserve indicator, Black powertrain, Intelligent Emergency Call, Ultimate Care Break-In Service.
2025 BMW R 18 Transcontinental
The standard version of the BMW R 18 Transcontinental is available in the new Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic and now comes with the favorites button as standard. The new body finish is supplemented exclusively with a Black powertrain as well as pushrod tubes and airbox cover in Dark Chrome.
2025 BMW R 18 Transcontinental Features
- New favorites button for quick access.
- New standard Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic with Dark Chrome pushrod tubes and airbox cover.
Standard Equipment for 2025 BMW R 18 Transcontinental
In addition to the R 18 B’s standard equipment, the R 18 Transcontinental includes fairing lowers, top case in body color, seat heating, chromed rearview mirror and engine protection bar.
2025 BMW R 18 Specifications
| Engine | Air/oil-cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft |
| Displacement | 1802cc |
| Rated output | 91 hp at 4750 rpm |
| Emission control | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter |
| Bore x stroke | 107.1mm x 100mm |
| Max. torque | 120 lb-ft at 3000 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Mixture control | Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire |
| Maximum speed | 111 mph |
| Clutch | Single-disc dry clutch |
| Gearbox | Constant-mesh 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing |
| Drive | Cardan shaft drive |
| Frame | Double loop steel frame with bolted beams |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Steel twin-sided swing arm, central spring strut |
| Suspension travel, front / rear | 4.7″ / 3.5″ |
| Wheelbase | 68.1″ |
| Rake | 5.9″ |
| Steering head angle | 57.3° |
| Wheels | Aluminum cast wheel on front wheel |
| Rim, front / rear | 3.50 x 19″ / 5.00 x 18” |
| Tire, front / rear | 120/70 R19 / 180/55 B18 |
| Front brake | Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| Rear brake | Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partial integral) |
| Seat height at unladen weight | 28.3″ |
| Usable tank volume | approx. 4.2 gal |
| Reserve | approx. 1 gal |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled (claimed) | 760.5 lbs |
| Permitted total weight | 1234 lbs |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 474 lbs |
| R 18 Classic | |
| Seat height at unladen weight | 28.7″ |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 805 lbs |
| R 18 Roctane | |
| Seat height at unladen weight | 28.3″ |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 825 lbs |
| R 18 B | |
| Seat height at unladen weight | 28.3″ |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 877 lbs |
| R 18 Transcontinental | |
| Seat height at unladen weight | 29.1″ |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled | 954.6 lbs |
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