BMW R 18 vs BMW R 1300 GS
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 18 or BMW R 1300 GS? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 18 and R 1300 GS. BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs.19.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and BMW R 1300 GS Price starts at Rs.20.95 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pro. BMW R 18 is 2 cylinder, 1802 cc Engine can generate 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm power whereas BMW R 1300 GS is a 2 cylinder, 1300 cc Engine can generate 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R 18 provides a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model), and R 1300 GS has a mileage of 21 kmpl (base model). BMW R 18 is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas BMW R 1300 GS is available in 4 colours & 2 variants.
R 18 vs R 1300 GS
| Key Highlights | BMW R 18 | BMW R 1300 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.19.90 Lakh | Rs.20.95 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 1300 cc |
| Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 145 bhp @ 7750 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 17.8 kmpl | 21 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R 18 specifications | R 1300 GS specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 22.77 Lakh Price Breakup | 23.80 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 3.4 | 4.6 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 19 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 1802 cc | 1300 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 18 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | R 1300 GS Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston | - |
Front Disc Size | 300 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | - |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | - |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 46 | - |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 46 | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | - |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopifork | Central Shock Absorber |
Rear Suspension | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut | Single-sided Swingarm |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 120/70 - R19 |
Instrumentation
| R 18 Instrumentation | R 1300 GS Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | Yes | - |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R 18 Exterior | R 1300 GS Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
| R 18 Warranty | R 1300 GS Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years or Unlimited km | 3 Year |
Body & Suspension
| R 18 Body & Suspension | R 1300 GS Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams | Two-part frame consisting of main frame bolted rear frame |
Engine & Transmission
| R 18 Engine & Transmission | R 1300 GS Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Ignition | - | CDI |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | - |
Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. | Air-/liquid-cooled two-cylinder
four-stroke boxer engine with two overhead
chain-driven camshafts and balancing gearwheels |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | - |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.31 kwh | 0.12 kwh |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free | - |
Top Speed | 180 kmph | 255 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 107.1 mm x 100 mm | 106.5 x 73 mm |
Configuration | 9.6 :1 | - |
Cooling type | Air/Oil Cooled | Air/Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 18 Comfort & Convenience | R 1300 GS Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | No | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | Eco Rain Road Enduro |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R 18 Safety | R 1300 GS Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | No | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Dual Channel ABS | - |
Power Modes | 3 | - |
Slipper Clutch | Single Plate Clutch | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 18 Dimensions & Capacity | R 1300 GS Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2440 mm | 2212 mm |
Width | 964 mm | 1000 mm |
Height | 1232 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase | 1731 mm | 1518 mm |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 19 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4 Litres | - |
Body Type | Cruiser | Adventure bike |
Seat Height | 690 mm | 850 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 345 kg | 237 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 18 and BMW R 1300 GS
Safety
R 18 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Traction Control System. R 1300 GS has Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Radial Tyres, Traction Control System.
Comfort & Convenience
BMW R 18 has features like Average Speed Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and BMW R 1300 GS, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, GPS & Navigation, USB Charger Port, Engine Kill Switch.
Transmission
BMW R 18 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and R 1300 GS comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 18 has a 16 Litres fuel tank with 1232 mm seat height. BMW R 1300 GS has 1406 mm seat height and 19 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 18 and BMW R 1300 GS FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW R 18?
The on-road price of BMW R 18 is Rs. 22.77 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of BMW R 1300 GS?
The on-road price of BMW R 1300 GS is Rs. 23.80 Lakh in New Delhi.