Data and equipment

The BMW R 18 Roctane

The R 18 Roctane is our touring bike with attitude, and it offers an extremely casual ride over long distances. Despite its confident, imposing appearance, the R 18 Roctane focuses on combining functionality and state-of-the-art technical equipment. For you, this means: You can enjoy an extremely commanding and dynamic riding experience on the road. Learn everything you need to know about this bike’s technical data and extensive equipment options here.

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Engine

Rated output
91 hp at 4,750 rpm
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Type
Air/oil cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
Bore x stroke
107.1 mm x 100 mm
Capacity
1,802 cc
Max. torque
120 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm
Compression ratio
9.6 : 1
Mixture control
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
over 112 mph
Fuel type
Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Electrical system

Alternator
Permanent magnet alternator with 600 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 26 Ah

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Double loop steel frame with bolted beams
Front wheel location / suspension
Telescopic fork, diameter 49 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension
Steel twin-sided swing arm, central spring strut
Suspension travel, front / rear
4.7" / 3.5"
Wheelbase
67.7"
Castor
7.28"
Steering head angle
55.3°
Wheels
Aluminum cast wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 21"
Rim, rear
5.00 x 18''
Tire, front
120/70 B21
Tire, rear
180/55 B18
Brake, front
Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper
Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partial integral)

Power transmission

Clutch
Single-disc dry clutch
Gearbox
Constant-mesh 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing
Drive
Cardan shaft drive

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight
28.3"
Inner leg curve at unladen weight
65.9"
Usable tank volume
approx. 4.2 gal
Reserve
approx. 1 gal
Length
103" (over license plate holder)
Width
38.7" (above mirror)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
825 lbs
1)
Permitted total weight
1,234 lbs
Payload (with standard equipment)
399 lbs

Equipment

Standard equipment

  • Headlight with an integrated analog round instrument
  • 21” cast aluminum front wheel
  • LED flashing turn indicator, LED rear lights and brake light 
  • Dynamic Cruise Control
  • Automatic Stability Control (ASC) 
  • 3 riding modes (Rock, Roll, Rain)
  • Keyless Ride
  • Topload side case

Optional equipment

  • Hill Start Control (HSC)
  • Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
  • Heated grips
  • Lockable fuel filler cap
  • Headlight Pro
  • Reverse

Optional accessories

  • Anti-theft alarm 
  • Various windscreens
  • Various wheel sets
  • Various seat variants 
  • Luggage rack in chrome and black
  • Engine protection bar 
  • and much more
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Your bike, your character

Ready for customizing: Explore our customization options and make the R 18 Roctane into your own unique bike.

Ready for customizing: Explore our customization options and make the R 18 Roctane into your own unique bike.

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