BMW R 18 vs Ducati Panigale V2
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW R 18 or Ducati Panigale V2? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between R 18 and Panigale V2. BMW R 18 Price starts at Rs.19.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Ducati Panigale V2 Price starts at Rs.20.68 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. BMW R 18 is 2 cylinder, 1802 cc Engine can generate 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm power whereas Ducati Panigale V2 is a 2 cylinder, 955 cc Engine can generate 152.8 bhp @ 10750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, R 18 provides a mileage of 17.8 kmpl (base model), and Panigale V2 has a mileage of 23.5 kmpl (base model). BMW R 18 is available in 1 colours & 3 variants whereas Ducati Panigale V2 is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
R 18 vs Panigale V2
| Key Highlights | BMW R 18 | Ducati Panigale V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.19.90 Lakh | Rs.20.68 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 955 cc |
| Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 152.8 bhp @ 10750 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 17.8 kmpl | 23.5 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| R 18 specifications | Panigale V2 specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 22.77 Lakh Price Breakup | 23.49 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | 3.4 | 4.8 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 17 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 1802 cc | 955 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| R 18 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Panigale V2 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front 4 Piston Rear 4 Piston | Front 4 Piston Rear 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 300 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 | 36 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 | 36 |
Front Wheel Size | 19 | 17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 46 | 39 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 46 | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | 16 | 17 |
Wheel Type | Spoke | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopifork | FullAdjustablShowBPFork4mchromeinnetubes |
Rear Suspension | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut | Fully Adjustable Sachs unit. Aluminium single-sided swingarm |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Instrumentation
| R 18 Instrumentation | Panigale V2 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| R 18 Exterior | Panigale V2 Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| R 18 Warranty | Panigale V2 Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 Years or Unlimited km | 2 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| R 18 Body & Suspension | Panigale V2 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams | MoNocoque Aluminium |
Engine & Transmission
| R 18 Engine & Transmission | Panigale V2 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1802 cc | 955 cc |
Engine Type | Air/oil cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the drive shaft. | Superquadro L-Twin cylinder& 4 valves& Desmodromic Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Battery Capacity | 0.31 kwh | 0.084 kwh |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free | - |
Top Speed | 180 kmph | 299 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 107.1 mm x 100 mm | 100 mm x 60.8 mm |
Configuration | 9.6 :1 | 12.5:1 |
Cooling type | Air/Oil Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Max Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm | 152.8 bhp @ 10750 rpm |
Comfort & Convenience
| R 18 Comfort & Convenience | Panigale V2 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | No | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | 3 |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | No | Yes |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| R 18 Safety | Panigale V2 Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No |
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 | Dual Channel ABS |
Power Modes | 3 | 3 |
Slipper Clutch | Single Plate Clutch | Wet Multiplate with Assist and Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
| R 18 Dimensions & Capacity | Panigale V2 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2440 mm | 2090 mm |
Width | 964 mm | 810 mm |
Height | 1232 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase | 1731 mm | 1436 mm |
Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 128 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 Litres | 17 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 4 Litres | 3.8 Litres |
Body Type | Cruiser | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 690 mm | 840 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 345 kg | 200 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW R 18 and Ducati Panigale V2
Safety
R 18 comes loaded with Dual Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Traction Control System. Panigale V2 has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, 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 Ducati Panigale V2, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.
Transmission
BMW R 18 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Panigale V2 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
BMW R 18 has a 16 Litres fuel tank with 1232 mm seat height. Ducati Panigale V2 has 1130 mm seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW R 18 and Ducati Panigale V2 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 Ducati Panigale V2?
The on-road price of Ducati Panigale V2 is Rs. 23.49 Lakh in New Delhi.