Below you can learn more about all of BMW Motorrad’s new rides via our ‘Virtual Showroom’ but if you’d prefer to throw a leg over some bikes and get a feel for them, our physical showroom at 790 Bryant Street in San Francisco is open to the public with standard COVID-19 restrictions. Please bring a face covering for use while visiting BMW Motorcycles of San Francisco.

At our ‘brick-and-mortar’ showroom you can kick tires, bounce up and down on seats, test ride bikes and, when you’re ready, purchase the bike of your dreams! Although we do not require appointments, we always encourage customers to contact us in advance so we can be prepared for you and provide you with the best possible experience.

We are continuing to improve our new and pre-owned bike listings to provide you with as much information as possible on the motorcycles we have available for sale, from the comfort of your home.

If you are looking to finance your purchase of a new BMW Motorcycle, you can easily apply for a loan remotely using BMW Financial Services’ online credit application. With low interest rates, BMW’s exclusive Easy Ride financing and the ability to defer your first payment for up to 90 days, now’s a great time to finance a new BMW Motorcycle!

If you are interested in a 100% remote, contact-less motorcycle purchase, we can help! If you are uncertain which bike is right for you, drop us a line and we’ll help you find the right kind of motorcycle that fits your budget. Once you’ve identified your bike, we’ll assemble the essential paperwork and coordinate remote document signing in a way that works for you and keeps everyone healthy.

Finally, you can pick-up your new bike right in front of our shop or we’ll deliver your new BMW Motorcycle or pre-owned motorcycle to the location of your choosing,free of charge within 50 miles! We can also arrange shipping for customers that are located further out but some additional fees may apply.

Ride safe, ride well!

Overview
Black Storm Metallic
Black Storm Metallic/Vintage
Velvet Green Metallic
Manhattan Metallic Matte

2024 BMW R 18

Motorcycle

SOUL IS ALL THAT MATTERS.

The R 18 invokes our history and the iconic hallmarks of our brand which we have worked very hard on. A legacy that we live by every day in the spirit of #SoulFuel. The result: a cruiser full of character featuring a boxer engine with the highest cubic capacity we have ever built, plus timeless design features. 

Starting at $14,995 MSRP

Specs and Features

Engine
Design
Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft.
Bore x stroke
4.2” x 3.9”
Capacity
1,802 cc
Nominal capacity
91 hp at 4,750 rpm
Max. torque
116 lbs-ft at 3,000 rpm
Compression ratio
9.6 :1
Fuel preparation
Electronic intake pipe fuel injection, BMS-K+ electronic engine management with overrun cut-off and twin-spark ignition.
Emission control
Regulated three-way catalytic converter
Mileage / consumption
Maximum speed
over 111 mph
Fuel type
Super plus lead-free (max. 15% ethanol, E15) Gasoline (min. 90 AKI Octane Rating, max. 15% ethanol content)
Electrical system
Alternator
Permanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity)
Battery
12 V / 26 Ah
Power transmission
Clutch
Single-disc dry clutch
Gears
6-speed transmission
Secondary drive
Shaft drive
Suspension / brakes
Frame
Double-cradle steel frame
Front suspension / spring elements
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension / spring elements
Steel swingarm with central shock strut
Spring travel, front / rear
4.7” / 3.5”
Wheelbase
68.1”
Caster
5.9”
Steering head angle
57.3°
Wheels
Spoke wheel
Rim dimensions, front
3.5" x 19"
Rim dimensions, rear
5.0" x 16"
Tire, front
120/70 R 19
Tire, rear
180/65 B16
Brake, front
Twin disc brake, diameter 300 mm, four-piston fixed calipers
Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 300 mm, four-piston fixed caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partially integral)
Dimensions / weights
Seat height, unladen
27.2”
Rider step length, unladen
64.2”
Usable tank capacity
approx. 4.23 gal
of which reserve
1 gal
Length
96.1"
Height (excluding mirrors)
44.3"
Height (above mirror, at DIN empty weight)
48.5"
Width (with mirror)
38.0"
Unladen weight, fully fuelled/road-ready
761 lbs 1)
Max. permitted weight
1,234.6 lbs
Max. load (with standard equipment)
474 lbs
Machined engine housing cover
The high-quality machined engine housing cover made of milled aluminum impressively give the boxer engine an attractive look.
Available Floorboards
For a true boxer riding experience.
Available 2-Tone-Black cylinder head covers.
The high-quality 2-Tone-black cylinder head covers made of milled aluminum perfectly give the boxer engine an attractive appearance.
Fishtail silencers
The R 18 design emphasizes the distinctive cruiser silhouette.
Machined fuel filler cap.
The high-quality machined fuel filler cap made of milled aluminum adds a striking design highlight with its two-tone look.
Boxer with pushrods.
The R stands for boxers and has done so for over 95 years.
Open drive shaft and double-cradle frame.
The open, nickel-plated driveshaft puts the focus on the torque.
Fork bridge.
Clean and authentic in every detail.

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