The BMW R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental

On the go with the Big Boxer

With their Big Boxer engines, the R 18 B and the R 18 Transcontinental chime perfectly with the BMW Motorrad tradition and are instantly recognisable as members of the R 18 family. Both motorcycles feature a large front end, yet each bike boasts its own unique appearance. Both motorcycles are consistently geared towards customization, so you can express yourself to best effect.

Marshall sound system

As standard, the R 18 B and the R 18 Transcontinental feature a sound system developed in collaboration with British manufacturer Marshall, for a particularly intense sound experience. Enhance your listening experience even further with this optional ex-works equipment. The Marshall Gold Series Stage 1 and Marshall Gold Series Stage 2 offer up to four loudspeakers and two subwoofers with a total output of 280 watts for good vibrations that don't just come from the Big Boxer.

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We want to create moments and experiences that give you goosebumps.

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Ralf Rodepeter

Head of Marketing & Product Management

Raw power – pure soul

Heritage

R 18 B

The R 18 B brings together full power with BMW Motorrad touring history and the emotional character of the R 18 family. The large front end featuring trim panels on the handlebars and the low windscreen already demonstrate a strong character. The 1802 cc of the black Big Boxer also leave no room for speculation. Still, it’s not all about displacement. The R 18 B goes significantly further. It’s made for customising. Turn it into your unique bike and bring out the #SoulFuel.

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Heritage

R 18 Transcontinental

The R 18 Transcontinental offers you exclusive and luxurious travelling. As a member of the R 18 family it represents BMW Motorrad’s tradition and is deeply rooted in the here and now: its unmistakeable front end with the tall windscreen and the mighty Big Boxer promise a comfortable, powerful ride for miles. The automatic load compensation feature accurately adapts the chassis to the load applicable to the motorcycle. And thanks to it being prepared for customising you can exactly define your R 18 Transcontinental according to what you will discover on every trip: yourself. Simply put: classic #SoulFuel.

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