BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022 vs. Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

Overview - BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022 vs Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022 compared to Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	Boxer	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	107.1 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	100 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	91 HP	Engine power	46 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	158 Nm	Torque	44.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.6	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,802 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	49 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	62.7 degree	Rake	62 degree
Trail	Trail	183.5 mm	Trail	110 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	16 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,640 mm	Length	2,188 mm
Width	Width	1,040 mm	Width	820 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,695 mm	Wheelbase	1,488 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	740 mm	Seat Height	690 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	427 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	190 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	24 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CMX500 Rebel 2019

We all strive for diversity and the Honda Rebel brings just that diversity to the A2 licence class. It is a wonderful addition to the Honda model range and can convince not only beginners. The engine and chassis tuning make it a very relaxed cruiser that makes gliding along a pleasure. The look is purely pragmatic, practically shining with minimalism. A harmonious overall package for affordable motorbike relaxation.

lively engine

good chassis set-up

great looks

low seat height

190kg fully fuelled

nimble handling

Lean angle clearance limited

small tank

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 18 Transcontinental vs Honda CMX500 Rebel

Price BMW R 18 Transcontinental

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