Side-by-Side Comparison

Bajaj V12 vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Belarus.

Bajaj

Key Specifications

Bajaj V12SpecBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Br5,080PriceBr249,000

124Engine (cc)1

11Power (hp)91

11Torque (Nm)158

57.0Mileage (km/l)15.0

133Weight (kg)421

13Fuel Tank (L)24

7.2Rating9.2

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Basic Information

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Single cylinder, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valve, Air cooled, DTS-iEngine TypeTwo-cylinder, four-stroke

Not Available (ICE Vehicle)Controller TypeECU

ManualTransmission TypeManual

Wet MultiplateClutch TypeWet multi-plate

Chain DriveDrive TypeBelt

BajajBrandBMW

V12ModelR 18 Transcontinental

Bajaj V12Bike NameR 18 Transcontinental

2017Model Year2022

CommuterCategory/TypeCruiser

IndiaCountry of OriginGermany

N/A (Likely Imported/Assembled)Assembly LocationGermany

DiscontinuedStatusAvailable

Ebony Black, Flame Red, Ocean BlueColors AvailableBlack Storm Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic

Maintenance Free (MF)Battery TypeLithium-ion

Not Available (ICE Vehicle)Charger Type—

Single (Removable Rear Cowl OptionSeat TypeTouring

Standard Single PieceHandle TypeRider’s handlebar

Double CradleFrame TypeSteel frame

Box-SectionSwingarm TypeSingle-sided

Engine & Performance

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

124.5Displacement (cc)1,802

10.7 PS @ 7500 rpmMaximum Power91 hp

10.9 Nm @ 5500 rpmMaximum Torque158 Nm

10.7 PSPeak Power91 hp

1Number of Cylinders2

SOHCValve ConfigurationSOHC

2Valves Per Cylinder2

Air CooledCooling SystemAir/oil cooled

CarburetorFuel Supply SystemElectronic Fuel Injection

Digital CDIIgnition SystemDigital

Single CylinderEngine LayoutFlat twin

20W50 (Recommended)Engine Oil GradeSAE 20W-50

Kick and Self StartStarting SystemElectric

NoEngine Kill SwitchYes

~80.4 PS/TonPower-to-Weight Ratio0.19 hp/kg

Not Available (ICE Vehicle)Power Consumption—

Not Available (ICE Vehicle)Motor Power67.5 kW

BS IVEmission StandardEuro 5

BS-IV (India/Bangladesh Equivalent at time of sale)Battery Power24 Ah

—Bore107.1 mm

—Stroke100 mm

—Bore x Stroke107.1 x 100 mm

—Compression Ratio9.6:1

Fuel & Mileage

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

13 LitresFuel Tank Capacity27 L

Very GoodFuel Economy5.6 L/100 km

57 kmplAverage Mileage—

~45 KmplMileage City380 km

~50 KmplMileage Highway550 km

12VBattery Capacity24 Ah

YesLow Fuel Warning—

—Engine Oil Capacity4.5 L

—Load Capacity200 kg

—Range550 km

—Range IndicatorYes

Performance & Speed

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

90 kmphTop Speed180 km/h

—Acceleration (0-60)5.1 sec

—Acceleration (0-100)9.5 sec

—Quick ShifterNo

—Launch ControlNo

—Traction ControlYes

Transmission & Drive

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

5Number of Gears6

1 Down, 4 UpGear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

ChainFinal DriveBelt

ChainDrive Chain/Belt TypeBelt

—Primary DriveGear

Dimensions & Weight

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

2040 mmOverall Length2,565 mm

785 mmOverall Width1,030 mm

1066 mmOverall Height1,460 mm

1315 mmWheelbase1,690 mm

165 mmGround Clearance150 mm

780 mmSeat Height750 mm

133 kgKerb Weight421 kg

Brakes & Safety

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

DrumFront Brake TypeDual disc

DrumRear Brake TypeSingle disc

130 mmFront Brake Size300 mm

130 mmRear Brake Size300 mm

NoABS TypeCornering ABS

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

—Brake Pad LifeLong life

—Braking DistanceShort

—Anti-Theft SystemYes

Suspension & Handling

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

TelescopicFront Suspension TypeTelelever

Twin-Spring Loaded Hydraulic (Gas Filled)Rear Suspension TypeParalever

110 mmFront Suspension Travel120 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel120 mm

—Adjustable ControlsYes

Wheels & Tires

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

2.75-18Front Tyre Size130/90 B16

100/90-16Rear Tyre Size180/65 B16

18 inchFront Wheel Size—

16 inchRear Wheel Size—

Tube TypeTyre TypeRadial

AlloyWheel TypeAlloy

Aluminum AlloyWheel MaterialAluminum

Electrical & Battery

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

12VBattery Voltage—

Lighting & Display

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

NoError Code Display—

Halogen (35/35W)Headlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

Halogen BulbTurn Signal TypeLED

NoDRL—

NoHazard Light—

AnalogDisplay TypeTFT display

AnalogSpeedometer TypeAnalog-digital

AnalogOdometer TypeDigital

NoTachometer TypeAnalog

AnalogFuel Gauge TypeDigital

NoClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

NoSide Stand IndicatorYes

Technology & Features

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

YesTrip MeterYes

—Mobile ConnectivityYes

—Bluetooth FeaturesYes

—NavigationYes

Comfort & Ergonomics

Bajaj V12AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Basic Headlamp CowlWind Protection—

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

Yes (Standard Grab Rail)Pillion Grab Rails—

Mid-setFootpeg Position—

NoStorage Compartments—

Minimal (Documents/Tool Kit)Under Seat Storage—

Bajaj V12 vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental: Which one should you buy in Belarus?

The Bajaj V12 and BMW R 18 Transcontinental are two popular motorcycles in Belarus. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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