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BMW Motorrad has unveiled a revitalised R 18 lineup for the 2025 model year, introducing a captivating array of enhancements. Updates ran...

BMW Motorrad has unveiled a revitalised R 18 lineup for the 2025 model year, introducing a captivating array of enhancements.

Updates range from striking new paint schemes to an expanded selection of customisable options.

A revision of the engine control now ensures compliance with the Euro 5+ standard.

The 1802cc Big Boxer engine now produces 67kW of power and 163Nm of torque between 2000 and 4000 rpm, up 5Nm from the previous model -- with more than 150Nm of torque is available at any time.

Thew new model features a  larger 18-inch rear wheel (previously 16-inch), a new wheel design featuring seven double spokes, as well as newly crafted designs for the front and rear wheel covers. 

The front fender now has a more modern and dynamic look due to a sculpted surface elevation.

Tracing the entire length of the fuel tank, the tank's sculptural form flows seamlessly into the rear fender, culminating at the BMW emblem in a seamless transition.

Other features that harmonise with this more dynamic design style are the new silencers with a circular cross-section and an individual seat with foam that is 10mm thicker and with modified design contours.

The entry variant to the BMW R 18 features a silver powertrain, chrome-plated exhaust system and black cast aluminium wheels.

The Option 719 variant has a black powertrain, the Aero design package, surface-enhanced Option 719 Icon cast wheels (19/16 inch), a chrome-plated exhaust system and the Option 719 seat.

The BMW R 18 Blacked Out equipment variant is a new addition and features black elements almost throughout.

 

BMW R 18 Classic

The most prominent new feature is the front mudguard adopted from the R 18 B in conjunction with a 19-inch spoke front wheel (previously 16-inch).

The front fender now incorporates the mudguard extension, which has been significantly lowered for a stylish effect.

The new fender for the R 18 Classic not only complements the existing fork sleeves, but also confidently accentuates its connection to the nostalgic touring heritage.

Accompanied by the newly designed side covers and circular rear silencers, the R 18 Classic now exudes an even more classic aesthetic.

 

BMW R 18 and R 18 Classic Blacked Out 

In the Blacked Out variant, the BMW R 18 and R 18 Classic integrates a host of features in Black High Gloss and Dark Chrome.

The Blacked Out optional equipment includes the black powertrain, the Design Option Black, the exhaust system in Dark Chrome and other components in Black High Gloss or Dark Chrome.

 

BMW R 18 Roctane and R 18 B

The BMW R 18 Roctane, which launched in 2023, already includes features such as cast aluminium wheels and the Blacked Out optional equipment.

Nonetheless, the R 18 Roctane and the R 18 B have now received fresh input in terms of product properties, surfaces and paintwork.

Available as optional equipment for the R 18 Roctane is the Filler Panel in body colour, which visually makes the gap between the side case and the rear fender disappear.

Further additions include Dark Chrome elements on the push rods, intake silencer and headlight inner ring as well as the Comfort package.

The latter includes Hill Start Control, lockable fuel filler cap, tyre pressure monitor (RDC) and heated grips.

The BMW R 18 B already features the favourites button for both the base variant and the new Blacked Out optional equipment variant.

Here, a button on the right-hand handlebar instrument panel provides quick access to functions such as direct activation of the grip heating – without having to go through the instrument console menu using the Multicontroller.

The items included in the optional equipment Blacked Out are the black powertrain, the Design Option Black, the exhaust system in Dark Chrome and further components in Black High Gloss or Dark Chrome.

The optional equipment variant Option 719 Black Pearl now also includes the push rods and the intake silencer in Dark Chrome.

Another addition is the optional equipment Filler Panel in body colour and the Comfort package.

The BMW R 18 is priced from $22,670 plus on-roads costs.

 

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