BMW R 18 2020 vs. Harley-Davidson CVO FLHTCUSE Ultra Classic Electra Glide 2013

BMW R 18 2020

Harley-Davidson CVO FLHTCUSE Ultra Classic Electra Glide 2013

Overview - BMW R 18 2020 vs Harley-Davidson CVO FLHTCUSE Ultra Classic Electra Glide 2013

BMW R 18 2020

Harley-Davidson CVO FLHTCUSE Ultra Classic Electra Glide 2013

Technical Specifications BMW R 18 2020 compared to Harley-Davidson CVO FLHTCUSE Ultra Classic Electra Glide 2013

BMW R 18 2020

Harley-Davidson CVO FLHTCUSE Ultra Classic Electra Glide 2013

BMW R 18 2020

Harley-Davidson CVO FLHTCUSE Ultra Classic Electra Glide 2013

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	107.1 mm	Bore	101.6 mm
Stroke	Stroke	100 mm	Stroke	111.1 mm
Engine power	Engine power	91 HP	Engine power	98 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	4,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,010 rpm
Torque	Torque	168 Nm	Torque	156 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	3,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.6	Compression Ratio	9.2
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Belt
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	Oil-air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,802 ccm	Displacement	1,801 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

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	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	65 %	Rear tyre height	65 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,440 mm	Length	2,535 mm
Width	Width	964 mm	Width	975 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,731 mm	Wheelbase	1,635 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	690 mm	Seat Height	740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 18 2020

The BMW R 18 is a beautifully made motorbike. Everything about it is genuine. The big boxer will delight friends of the BMW brand, but also friends of extroverted mechanical motorbike technology. In driving mode, the engine is pleasant to dose and thus fits well with the accessible handling. The equipment options are almost limitless. In terms of driving dynamics, chassis and electronics package, BMW is not breaking any new ground. It is a well-made classic beautiful cruiser. The seating position heats up the tempers. During the test ride, however, the journalists coped well with it. It tends to be a little more difficult to sit on the bike with long legs.

Authentic appearance

elaborately staged, beautifully air-cooled boxer engine

pleasant metering, good pull

wide range of driving modes

high-quality and loving details

many options for customisation

precise gearbox

easy handling.

Roughly controlled traction control

no foot-forward seating position possible - somewhat annoying for long legs