Indian Roadmaster 2021 vs. BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Indian Roadmaster 2021

Indian Roadmaster 2021

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

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Overview - Indian Roadmaster 2021 vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Indian Roadmaster 2021

Indian Roadmaster 2021

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Technical Specifications Indian Roadmaster 2021 compared to BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Indian Roadmaster 2021
BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore103.2 mmBore107.1 mm
StrokeStroke113 mmStroke100 mm
TorqueTorque168 NmTorque158 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque2,800 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio9.6
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionBeltTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,890 ccmDisplacement1,802 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter46 mmDiameter49 mm
TravelTravel119 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel114 mmTravel120 mm

Chassis

RakeRake65 degreeRake62.7 degree
TrailTrail150 mmTrail183.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by WireAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width130 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height60 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height65 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter16 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,506 mmLength2,640 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,668 mmWheelbase1,695 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height650 mmSeat Height740 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20.8 lFuel Tank Capacity24 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Indian Roadmaster 2021

Indian Roadmaster 2021

Those who are not put off by the 412 kilos ready to ride will be rewarded by the Indian Roadmaster's amazingly easy handling. The engine, which revs up confidently from the very bottom, and the transparent chassis make it easy for every rider to control the heavy bike. The braking system needs manual force, but it can be dosed well and the seating position is, as expected, designed not to squeeze anywhere, even over hundreds of kilometres. Apart from the lack of reverse gear (which many people don't need/want anyway), the Roadmaster is fully equipped - nothing is missing. You don't even have to do without an electric windshield!

Confident V2 engine with top sound

comfortable, stable chassis

neutral handling

good brakes

full comfort equipment

electrically adjustable windshield.

Very high weight

decent price

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

BMW R 18 Transcontinental 2022

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Indian Roadmaster vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental

Price Indian Roadmaster

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Price BMW R 18 Transcontinental

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