The BMW R 18 Classic

Iconic. Nostalgic. Soulfuel.

The R 18 Classic is a modern cruiser with a nostalgic sense of BMW design. It reminds one of the first BMW cruisers suitable for touring. It also invokes timeless marks of our motorcycle history. The heart of the machine is obviously the boxer engine with the most displacement we have ever built. It is designed for relaxing tours and pure enjoyment. Consistently developed history – simply put: #SoulFuel.

The design of the R 18 Classic

A cruiser inspired by icons

Streamlined silhouette, high-quality details: The R 18 Classic attracts all eyes to it.

Build Your Own

Black Storm Metallic

The pure Black Storm Metallic emphasizes the elongated cruiser silhouette of the bike.

Black Storm Metallic/Vintage

The Black Storm and Mars Red Metallic paint emphasizes the individual character of the BMW R 18 Classic.

Option 719 Moonstone

The Mineral White Metallic paint lends your motorcycle a nostalgic yet modern look.

Manhattan Metallic Matte

Nürburg Silver, polished aluminum and high-gloss chrome form striking contrasting elements to the dark paint and the bike's dark seat.

The highlights at a glance

The drop-shaped tank and elongated exhaust are icons from our history and emphasize the traditional BMW design of the R 18 Classic. Its double cradle steel frame envelopes the enormous sculptured boxer engine that turns every mile into an experience.

+ Read more

We see the divided seat with pillion passenger seat.

We see the impressive boxer including pushrods.

We see both of the smaller auxiliary lights to the left and right of the main headlights.

We see the windshield of the R 18 Classic.

We see the round exhaust pipe, the open drive shaft, and the double cradle frame.

We see the softbags of the R 18 Classic.

Make the bike your own

The R 18 Classic in the Moonstone model variant comes with an exclusive, high-quality Option 719 package. This package includes the weatherproof seat with diamond-shaped stitching, and forged wheels. And of course, there are other ways to further customize this special look and create your dream bike.

+ Read more

Customize Yours Now

Experience the engine of the R 18 Classic

The engine delivers instant response early in the torque curve: The 1802 cc twin-cylinder boxer engine of the R 18 Classic is largest we have ever built. An engine you can see, hear, and feel. It delivers its maximum torque of 116 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm. From 2,000 to 4,000rpm , it delivers over 100 lb-ft , which translates to a consistently high torque delivery and the typical running characteristics of a boxer. At 4,750 rpm, the Big Boxer delivers 91 hp.

+ Read more