BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022 vs. BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

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Overview - BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022 vs BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022 compared to BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022
BMW R 1250 GS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore107.1 mmBore102.5 mm
StrokeStroke100 mmStroke76 mm
Engine powerEngine power91 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power4,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque158 NmTorque143 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.6 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore48 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughened, DryClutch TypeAntihopping
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingliquid-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,802 ccmDisplacement1,254 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelelever
DiameterDiameter49 mmDiameter37 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel190 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel120 mmTravel200 mm
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeLoad-bearing engine
RakeRake62.7 degreeRake62.9 degree
TrailTrail183.5 mmTrail109 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter305 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter276 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width170 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height65 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,640 mmLength2,207 mm
WidthWidth1,040 mmWidth952.5 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,695 mmWheelbase1,525 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height740 mmSeat Height850 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)427 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)249 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity24 lFuel Tank Capacity20 l
Top SpeedTop Speed180 km/hTop Speed200 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange413 kmRange421 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions134 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions110 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.8 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.75 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, Heated grips, Case system, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, Sound System, TFT displayEquipmentCornering lights, LED-Headlights, Windscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

BMW R 1250 GS 2022

The BMW R 1250 GS presents itself as a very complete motorbike even in 2022. Confident and well-balanced, it convinces on intensive rides. The motorbike scores points with its wonderful engine, great ergonomics and practical riding aids including great app integration. However, in direct comparison with other touring enduros in the top league, it is now showing its first weaknesses in terms of equipment and the components installed. However, the 136 hp from the boxer engine is convincing in every situation.

Extremely torquey boxer engine

Comfortable seating position, suitable for long distances

Great app integration

Sophisticated operating concept

Great ergonomics

Many customisation options

Great handling with strong confidence in the front

Easy driveability.

Shifting is awkward at low revs

seat too lax

brakes and suspension no longer on a par with the strong competition.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 Transcontinental vs BMW R 1250 GS

Price BMW R 18 Transcontinental

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Price BMW R 1250 GS

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