Data and equipment

The BMW R 18 Roctane

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

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Engine

Rated output

67 kW (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

163 Nm 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

Exhaust emission standards

EU 5+

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed

over 180 km/h

Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC

5.6 l

CO2 emission based on WMTC

129 g/km

Fuel type

Super unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15), 95 ROZ/RON, 90 AKI

Stationary noise

94 dB(A)

Electrical system

Alternator

Permanent magnet alternator with 600 W (nominal power)

Battery

12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free

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

120 mm / 90 mm

Wheelbase

1,720 mm

Castor

185 mm

Steering head angle

55.3°

Wheels

Aluminium cast wheels

Rim, front

3.50 x 21"

Rim, rear

5.00 x 18''

Tyre, front

120/70 B21

Tyre, 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

Claw-shifted 6-gear gearbox with separate transmission housing

Drive

Cardan

Dimensions / weights

Seat height at unladen weight

720 mm

Inner leg curve at unladen weight

1,675 mm

Usable tank volume

approx. 16 l

Reserve

approx. 4 l

Length

2,615 mm (over license plate holder)

Width

982 mm (above mirror)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled

374 kg

Permitted total weight

560 kg

Payload (with standard equipment)

181 kg

1) In accordance with Directive VO (EU) 168/2013 with all operating materials, with standard equipment and refueling with at least 90% of the usable tank volume.

Your bike, your character

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