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2022 BMW R 18 Classic
2022 BMW R 18 Classic

Specs

General Information

Manufacturer
BMW
BMW
Model Year
2022
2022
Model
R 18 Classic
R 18 Classic
Model Code
22RC
22RC
Color
Mars Red Metallic
Mars Red Metallic

Brakes/Wheels/Tires

Brakes

Front - Twin disc brakes, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper

Rear - Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, fixed caliper

ABS - BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral)

Front - Twin disc brakes, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper

Rear - Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, fixed caliper

ABS - BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral)

Wheels
Spoked
Spoked
Rims

Front - 3.00 x 16 in.

Rear - 5.00 x 16 in.

Front - 3.00 x 16 in.

Rear - 5.00 x 16 in.

Tires

Front - 130 / 90 B16

Rear - 180 / 65 B16

Front - 130 / 90 B16

Rear - 180 / 65 B16

Dimensions

Length
96.1 in.
96.1 in.
Height

Excluding mirrors - 52.8 in.

Above windshield, at DIN empty weight - 55 in.

Excluding mirrors - 52.8 in.

Above windshield, at DIN empty weight - 55 in.

Width
With mirror - 38 in.
With mirror - 38 in.
Weight

Unladen, fully fueled / road-ready - 805 lb.

Max. permitted - 1,234.6 lb.

Max. load (with standard equipment) - 430 lb.

Unladen, fully fueled / road-ready - 805 lb.

Max. permitted - 1,234.6 lb.

Max. load (with standard equipment) - 430 lb.

Wheelbase
68.1 in.
68.1 in.
Seat Height

Unladen weight - 28 in.

Rider step length unladen - 65.2 in.

Unladen weight - 28 in.

Rider step length unladen - 65.2 in.

Drivetrain

Transmission
Gears - 6-speed
Gears - 6-speed
Drive System
Secondary - Shaft drive
Secondary - Shaft drive

Electrical

Battery
12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free
12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free
Alternator
Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity)
Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity)

Engine

Engine
Four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crankshaft.
Four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crankshaft.
Cooling
Air / Oil
Air / Oil
Cylinders
Two
Two
Horsepower
91 hp @ 4,750 rpm
91 hp @ 4,750 rpm
Displacement
1,802 cc
1,802 cc
Bore x Stroke
4.2 x 3.9 in.
4.2 x 3.9 in.
Torque
Maximum - 116 ft. lb. @ 3,000 rpm
Maximum - 116 ft. lb. @ 3,000 rpm
Compression Ratio
9.6 : 1
9.6 : 1
Clutch
Single-disk dry
Single-disk dry
Fuel System
Fuel delivery - Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, BMS-K+ electronic engine management with overrun cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Fuel delivery - Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, BMS-K+ electronic engine management with overrun cut-off, twin-spark ignition
Emissions
Control - Regulated three-way catalytic converter
Control - Regulated three-way catalytic converter
Fuel Type
Premium unleaded
Premium unleaded
Fuel Capacity

Usable tank volume approx. - 4.2 gal.

Of which reserve - 1 gal.

Usable tank volume approx. - 4.2 gal.

Of which reserve - 1 gal.

Operational

Frame
Double-cradle steel
Double-cradle steel
Front Suspension

Telescopic fork

Spring travel - 4.7 in.

Telescopic fork

Spring travel - 4.7 in.

Rear Suspension

Steel swingarm with central shock strut

Spring travel - 3.5 in.

Steel swingarm with central shock strut

Spring travel - 3.5 in.

Rake
Steering head angle - 57.3°
Steering head angle - 57.3°
Trail
Caster - 5.9 in.
Caster - 5.9 in.
Maximum Speed
Over 111 mph
Over 111 mph

Other

Additional Colors

Black Storm Metallic

Mars Red Metallic

Manhattan Metallic Matte

Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic / Titan Silver 2 Metallic

Black Storm Metallic

Mars Red Metallic

Manhattan Metallic Matte

Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic / Titan Silver 2 Metallic

Features

Features

  • SEAT WITH PASSENGER SEAT: The seat bench consists of two individual seats.
  • BOXER WITH PUSHRODS: Built with conviction, for over 95 years: The R stands for boxer.
  • LED ADDITIONAL LIGHTS: Typical nostalgic touring bike: two auxiliary lights.
  • FOOTBOARDS: These provide a relaxed and comfortable ride, as the overall appearance of the bike already suggests.
  • WINDSHIELD: The large windshield protects the rider from the wind and weather.
  • ROUND EXHAUST PIPE, OPEN DRIVESHAFT, DOUBLE CRADLE FRAME: Historic influence, newly interpreted for today.
  • BLACK TANK WITH DOUBLE PINSTRIPE AND CLASSIC BMW LOGO: The black tank with double striping is one of the icons of BMW Motorrad history.
  • SADDLE BAGS: The soft bags have 4.1 gallons of space for things you might need on a trip.

Features

  • SEAT WITH PASSENGER SEAT: The seat bench consists of two individual seats.
  • BOXER WITH PUSHRODS: Built with conviction, for over 95 years: The R stands for boxer.
  • LED ADDITIONAL LIGHTS: Typical nostalgic touring bike: two auxiliary lights.
  • FOOTBOARDS: These provide a relaxed and comfortable ride, as the overall appearance of the bike already suggests.
  • WINDSHIELD: The large windshield protects the rider from the wind and weather.
  • ROUND EXHAUST PIPE, OPEN DRIVESHAFT, DOUBLE CRADLE FRAME: Historic influence, newly interpreted for today.
  • BLACK TANK WITH DOUBLE PINSTRIPE AND CLASSIC BMW LOGO: The black tank with double striping is one of the icons of BMW Motorrad history.
  • SADDLE BAGS: The soft bags have 4.1 gallons of space for things you might need on a trip.