BMW Motorrad goes head to head with the finest heavyweight American iron with its R 18 Classic cruiser. Based on the standard R 18, the Classic variation adds some touring-friendly features for cruiser riders seeking a streetbike that’s more than a one-trick pony. In this video review we cover the ins and outs of the R 18 classic. Get to speed on the rest of BMW’s four-bike cruiser lineup in the 2021 BMW R 18 Cruiser MC Commute Review, 2021 BMW R 18 Classic First Look Preview, 2022 BMW R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental First Look, 2021 BMW R 18 Power Cruiser First Look Preview, BMW Concept R18 Cruiser First Look, 2022 BMW R 18 B Transcontinental MC Commute Review, and 2021 BMW R 18 Classic MC Commute Review articles and videos.
Gear Box
Helmet: Shoei J-Cruise II
Jacket: Saint Unbreakable Denim Shearling Collar
Pant: Saint Unbreakable
Gloves: Racer Guide
Boots: TCX Rush 2 Air
2021 BMW R 18 Classic Technical Specifications and Price
| PRICE | $24,015 as tested |
| ENGINE | 1,802cc, OHC, air/oil-cooled boxer twin; 4 valves/cyl. |
| BORE x STROKE | 107.1 x 100.0mm |
| COMPRESSION RATIO | 9.6:1 |
| FUEL DELIVERY | Fuel injection |
| CLUTCH | 1-disc dry clutch; hydraulically actuated |
| TRANSMISSION/FINAL DRIVE | 6-speed/shaft |
| FRAME | Double-loop steel |
| FRONT SUSPENSION | 49mm telescopic fork; 4.7 in. travel |
| REAR SUSPENSION | Cantilever shock; 3.5 in. travel |
| FRONT BRAKES | Axial-mount 4-piston calipers, 300mm discs w/ integral ABS |
| REAR BRAKE | 4-piston caliper, 300mm disc w/ integral ABS |
| WHEELS, FRONT/REAR | Light alloy cast; 16 x 3.0 in. / 16 x 5.0 in. |
| TIRES, FRONT/REAR | Bridgestone Battlecruise H50; 130/90-16 / 180/65-16 |
| RAKE/TRAIL | 32.7°/5.9 in. |
| WHEELBASE | 68.1 in. |
| SEAT HEIGHT | 28.0 in. |
| FUEL CAPACITY | 4.2 gal. |
| CURB WEIGHT | 805 lb. |
| WARRANTY | 36 months |
| AVAILABLE | August 2021 |
| CONTACT | bmwmotorcycles.com |
Source: MotorCyclistOnline.com