Side-by-Side Comparison

Lightning LS-218 vs BMW S 1000 RR

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Haiti.

Lightning

Key Specifications

Lightning LS-218SpecBMW S 1000 RR

G5,120,000PriceG3,200,000

—Engine (cc)999

9999Power (hp)210

9999Torque (Nm)113

—Mileage (km/l)16.0

9999Weight (kg)193

—Fuel Tank (L)17

9.5Rating9.5

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Lightning LS-218

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Basic Information

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

IPM liquid cooled electric motorEngine TypeWater/oil-cooled 4-cylinder 4-stroke in-line engine

FluxVector Drive SystemController Type—

Direct single speed driveTransmission Type6-speed manual

None (Direct Drive)Clutch TypeMultiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, self-reinforcing

Direct Single Speed DriveDrive Type—

LightningBrandBMW

LS-218ModelS 1000 RR

Lightning LS-218Bike NameBMW S 1000 RR

2014Model Year2025

Electric SuperbikeCategory/TypeSport

USACountry of OriginGermany

USAAssembly LocationImported

AvailableStatusAvailable

Not specifiedColors AvailableLight White, Passion, Black Storm Metallic

Lithium-IonBattery TypeLithium-ion

On-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3Charger Type—

Comfortable, ergonomicSeat Type—

StandardHandle Type—

Carbon fiber and AluminumFrame Type—

Billet aluminum swingarmSwingarm Type—

Engine & Performance

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

244 hpMaximum Power210 hp at 13,750 rpm

220 ft-lbMaximum Torque113 Nm at 11,000 rpm

244 HPPeak Power—

Liquid CooledCooling SystemWater/Oil Cooled

Electric StartIgnition System—

IPM liquid-cooled electric motorEngine Layout—

Electric StartStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Not specifiedPower-to-Weight Ratio—

Not specifiedPower Consumption—

180 kWMotor Power—

Zero Emission (Electric)Emission StandardEU 5+

Up to 28 kWh (LFCS option)Battery Power—

YesPower Mode Indicator—

—Displacement (cc)999

—Number of Cylinders4

—Valve ConfigurationDOHC, BMW ShiftCam

—Valves Per Cylinder4

—Bore80 mm

—Stroke49.7 mm

—Bore x Stroke80 mm x 49.7 mm

—Compression Ratio13.3:1

—Fuel Supply SystemElectronic injection, variable intake pipe

Fuel & Mileage

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

15 kWhBattery Capacity—

188 milesRange—

YesRange Indicator—

Up to 335 milesRange Per Charge (Eco)—

160–180 milesRange Per Charge (Normal)—

Not specifiedRange Per Charge (Sport)—

Battery low indicatorLow Fuel WarningYes

—Fuel Tank Capacity16.5 litres

—Mileage City16

Performance & Speed

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

218 mphTop Speed303 km/h

2.0 secondsAcceleration (0-60)—

5.5 secondsAcceleration (0-100)3.21 s

NoQuick ShifterShift Assistant Pro

NoLaunch ControlYes

AvailableTraction ControlBMW Motorrad DTC, Slide Control

Transmission & Drive

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

Single speedGear Pattern—

Chain drivePrimary Drive—

ChainFinal DriveChain 525 17/46

Chain driveDrive Chain/Belt Type—

—Number of Gears6

Dimensions & Weight

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

813 mmSeat Height832 mm

225 kgKerb Weight197 kg

495225Gross Weight—

Not specifiedBattery Weight—

—Overall Length2,073 mm

—Overall Width848 mm

—Overall Height1,205 mm

—Wheelbase1,457 mm

Brakes & Safety

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

Dual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating RotorsFront Brake TypeTwin disc brake, 4-piston fixed caliper

Single discRear Brake TypeSingle disc brake, 1-piston floating caliper

320 mmFront Brake Size320 mm

240 mmRear Brake Size220 mm

Dual-Channel ABSABS TypeBMW Motorrad ABS Pro

Not specifiedBraking Distance—

ProgrammableRegenerative Braking—

Two kill switchesAnti-Theft System—

YesCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

Öhlins FGRT inverted forkFront Suspension TypeUpside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm

Billet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 ShockRear Suspension TypeAluminium swing arm, Full Floater Pro

Fully adjustable Öhlins suspensionAdjustable Controls—

Not specifiedClimbing Ability—

—Front Suspension Travel120 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel118 mm

Wheels & Tires

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

120/70ZR17Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

190/55ZR17Rear Tyre Size190/55 ZR17

17 inchFront Wheel Size—

17 inchRear Wheel Size—

Forged AluminumWheel TypeAlloy

7075 Forged AluminumWheel Material—

—Tyre TypeTubeless

Electrical & Battery

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

Not specifiedMotor Efficiency—

Not specifiedMotor Life—

Integrated motor and controllerMotor Placement—

FluxVector Drive SystemMotor Controller—

300VController Voltage—

Not specifiedController Life—

380VBattery Voltage12 V

Not specifiedBattery Warranty—

NoBattery Removable—

YesBattery Health Check—

YesBattery Life Indicator—

YesBattery Management System—

12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)Charging Time—

YesCharging Port—

120-240V ACCharging Input—

AvailableFast Charging—

NoUSB ChargingYes

—Battery Rating5 Ah

Lighting & Display

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

YesError Code Display—

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal Type—

NoHazard Light—

Digital race data acquisition systemDisplay Type6.5-inch TFT

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

Battery level indicatorFuel Gauge Type—

Digital LCDClockYes

YesPass Light Switch—

NoSide Stand Indicator—

—Tachometer TypeDigital

Technology & Features

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

NoMobile Connectivity—

NoBluetooth Features—

NoNavigation—

Multiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)Riding Modes—

NoParking Mode—

NoReverse Mode—

Comfort & Ergonomics

Lightning LS-218AttributeBMW S 1000 RR

Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber FairingsWind Protection—

Single seat with lumbar supportPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

YesPillion Grab Rails—

StandardFootpeg Position—

NoStorage Compartments—

Lightning LS-218 vs BMW S 1000 RR: Which one should you buy in Haiti?

The Lightning LS-218 and BMW S 1000 RR are two popular motorcycles in Haiti. 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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