Side-by-Side Comparison

Jawa 300 vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Bangladesh.

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Key Specifications

Jawa 300SpecBMW R 18 Transcontinental

৳450,000Price৳6,900,000

293Engine (cc)1

37Power (hp)91

28Torque (Nm)158

35.0Mileage (km/l)15.0

172Weight (kg)421

14Fuel Tank (L)24

8.2Rating9.2

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Basic Information

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHCEngine TypeTwo-cylinder, four-stroke

ManualTransmission TypeManual

Wet MultiplateClutch TypeWet multi-plate

ChainDrive TypeBelt

JawaBrandBMW

Jawa 300ModelR 18 Transcontinental

Jawa StandardBike NameR 18 Transcontinental

2024Model Year2022

CruiserCategory/TypeCruiser

IndiaCountry of OriginGermany

IndiaAssembly LocationGermany

AvailableStatusAvailable

Maroon, Grey, BlackColors AvailableBlack Storm Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic

Lead AcidBattery TypeLithium-ion

Single SeatSeat TypeTouring

StandardHandle TypeRider’s handlebar

Double CradleFrame TypeSteel frame

DualSwingarm TypeSingle-sided

—Controller TypeECU

Engine & Performance

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

293Displacement (cc)1,802

27.3 PSMaximum Power91 hp

27.02 NmMaximum Torque158 Nm

27.3 HPPeak Power91 hp

1Number of Cylinders2

DOHCValve ConfigurationSOHC

4Valves Per Cylinder2

76 mmBore107.1 mm

65 mmStroke100 mm

76 x 65 mmBore x Stroke107.1 x 100 mm

11:1Compression Ratio9.6:1

Liquid CooledCooling SystemAir/oil cooled

Fuel InjectionFuel Supply SystemElectronic Fuel Injection

Electric StartIgnition SystemDigital

Single Cylinder, DOHCEngine LayoutFlat twin

15W-50Engine Oil GradeSAE 20W-50

Self StartStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

BS6Emission StandardEuro 5

NoPower Mode Indicator—

—Power-to-Weight Ratio0.19 hp/kg

—Motor Power67.5 kW

—Battery Power24 Ah

Fuel & Mileage

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

1.25Engine Oil Capacity4.5 L

14 LFuel Tank Capacity27 L

32 kmplAverage Mileage—

35Mileage City380 km

37Mileage Highway550 km

129.0Battery Capacity24 Ah

Approx. 400 kmRange550 km

NoRange IndicatorYes

YesLow Fuel Warning—

—Fuel Economy5.6 L/100 km

—Load Capacity200 kg

Performance & Speed

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

125 kmphTop Speed180 km/h

~13 secondsAcceleration (0-100)9.5 sec

NoQuick ShifterNo

NoLaunch ControlNo

NoTraction ControlYes

—Acceleration (0-60)5.1 sec

Transmission & Drive

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

6Number of Gears6

1-N-2-3-4-5-6Gear Pattern1-N-2-3-4-5-6

ChainPrimary DriveGear

ChainFinal DriveBelt

ChainDrive Chain/Belt TypeBelt

Dimensions & Weight

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

2071 mmOverall Length2,565 mm

833 mmOverall Width1,030 mm

1090 mmOverall Height1,460 mm

1369 mmWheelbase1,690 mm

165 mmGround Clearance150 mm

765 mmSeat Height750 mm

172 kgKerb Weight421 kg

182Gross Weight—

Brakes & Safety

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

DiscFront Brake TypeDual disc

DrumRear Brake TypeSingle disc

280 mmFront Brake Size300 mm

153 mmRear Brake Size300 mm

Single Channel ABSABS TypeCornering ABS

NoRegenerative Braking—

NoCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

—Brake Pad LifeLong life

—Braking DistanceShort

—Anti-Theft SystemYes

Suspension & Handling

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Telescopic Hydraulic ForkFront Suspension TypeTelelever

Gas Canister - Twin Shock HydraulicRear Suspension TypeParalever

135.0Front Suspension Travel120 mm

100.0Rear Suspension Travel120 mm

—Adjustable ControlsYes

Wheels & Tires

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

90/90-18Front Tyre Size130/90 B16

120/80-17Rear Tyre Size180/65 B16

18Front Wheel Size—

17Rear Wheel Size—

TubeTyre TypeRadial

VariesTyre Brand—

20000Tyre Life—

SpokeWheel TypeAlloy

AlloyWheel MaterialAluminum

Electrical & Battery

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

12.0Battery Voltage—

YesBattery Removable—

NoUSB Charging—

Lighting & Display

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

NoError Code Display—

HalogenHeadlight TypeLED

HalogenTail Light TypeLED

HalogenTurn Signal TypeLED

NoDRL—

NoHazard Light—

AnalogDisplay TypeTFT display

AnalogSpeedometer TypeAnalog-digital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

AnalogTachometer TypeAnalog

AnalogFuel Gauge TypeDigital

AnalogClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand IndicatorYes

Technology & Features

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Analog + DigitalTrip MeterYes

NoMobile ConnectivityYes

NoBluetooth FeaturesYes

NoNavigationYes

NoRiding Modes—

NoParking Mode—

NoReverse Mode—

Comfort & Ergonomics

Jawa 300AttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

NoWind Protection—

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

YesPillion Grab Rails—

StandardFootpeg Position—

NoStorage Compartments—

NoUnder Seat Storage—

Jawa 300 vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental: Which one should you buy in Bangladesh?

The Jawa 300 and BMW R 18 Transcontinental are two popular motorcycles in Bangladesh. 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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