Side-by-Side Comparison

TVS Ronin vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Martinique.

TVS

Key Specifications

TVS RoninSpecBMW R 18 Transcontinental

€5,000Price€29,900

225Engine (cc)1

27Power (hp)91

19Torque (Nm)158

999.9Mileage (km/l)15.0

156Weight (kg)421

14Fuel Tank (L)24

8.2Rating9.2

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BMW R 18 Transcontinental

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Basic Information

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHCEngine TypeTwo-cylinder, four-stroke

ManualTransmission TypeManual

Wet Multi-PlateClutch TypeWet multi-plate

ChainDrive TypeBelt

TVSBrandBMW

RoninModelR 18 Transcontinental

TVS RoninBike NameR 18 Transcontinental

2023Model Year2022

Street / CommuterCategory/TypeCruiser

IndiaCountry of OriginGermany

Hosur, Tamil Nadu, IndiaAssembly LocationGermany

Red, Blue, Black, WhiteColors AvailableBlack Storm Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic

Diamond-typeFrame TypeSteel frame

Box-sectionSwingarm TypeSingle-sided

—Controller TypeECU

—StatusAvailable

—Battery TypeLithium-ion

—Seat TypeTouring

—Handle TypeRider’s handlebar

Engine & Performance

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

225Displacement (cc)1,802

20.4 PS @ 7500 rpmMaximum Power91 hp

20.5 Nm @ 6000 rpmMaximum Torque158 Nm

1Number of Cylinders2

SOHCValve ConfigurationSOHC

2Valves Per Cylinder2

70 mmBore107.1 mm

57.8 mmStroke100 mm

70 x 57.8 mmBore x Stroke107.1 x 100 mm

10.2:1Compression Ratio9.6:1

Air + Oil-cooledCooling SystemAir/oil cooled

Fuel InjectionFuel Supply SystemElectronic Fuel Injection

Digital CDIIgnition SystemDigital

BS6 CompliantEmission StandardEuro 5

—Peak Power91 hp

—Engine LayoutFlat twin

—Engine Oil GradeSAE 20W-50

—Starting SystemElectric

—Engine Kill SwitchYes

—Power-to-Weight Ratio0.19 hp/kg

—Motor Power67.5 kW

—Battery Power24 Ah

Fuel & Mileage

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

12 litersFuel Tank Capacity27 L

3540.0Average Mileage—

3540Mileage City380 km

—Engine Oil Capacity4.5 L

—Fuel Economy5.6 L/100 km

—Mileage Highway550 km

—Load Capacity200 kg

—Battery Capacity24 Ah

—Range550 km

—Range IndicatorYes

Transmission & Drive

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

5Number of Gears6

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

—Primary DriveGear

—Final DriveBelt

—Drive Chain/Belt TypeBelt

Dimensions & Weight

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

2010 mmOverall Length2,565 mm

800 mmOverall Width1,030 mm

1125 mmOverall Height1,460 mm

1350 mmWheelbase1,690 mm

165 mmGround Clearance150 mm

795 mmSeat Height750 mm

156 kgKerb Weight421 kg

Brakes & Safety

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

DiscFront Brake TypeDual disc

DiscRear Brake TypeSingle disc

270 mmFront Brake Size300 mm

200 mmRear Brake Size300 mm

Dual Channel ABSABS TypeCornering ABS

—Brake Pad LifeLong life

—Braking DistanceShort

—Anti-Theft SystemYes

Suspension & Handling

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

Telescopic forksFront Suspension TypeTelelever

MonoshockRear Suspension TypeParalever

130 mmFront Suspension Travel120 mm

90 mmRear Suspension Travel120 mm

—Adjustable ControlsYes

Wheels & Tires

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

110/70-17Front Tyre Size130/90 B16

140/70-17Rear Tyre Size180/65 B16

TubelessTyre TypeRadial

AlloyWheel TypeAlloy

—Wheel MaterialAluminum

Lighting & Display

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRL—

YesHazard Light—

Fully Digital LCDDisplay TypeTFT display

DigitalSpeedometer TypeAnalog-digital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalTachometer TypeAnalog

DigitalFuel Gauge TypeDigital

YesClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand IndicatorYes

Technology & Features

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

YesTrip MeterYes

—Mobile ConnectivityYes

—Bluetooth FeaturesYes

—NavigationYes

Comfort & Ergonomics

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

Performance & Speed

TVS RoninAttributeBMW R 18 Transcontinental

—Top Speed180 km/h

—Acceleration (0-60)5.1 sec

—Acceleration (0-100)9.5 sec

—Quick ShifterNo

—Launch ControlNo

—Traction ControlYes

TVS Ronin vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental: Which one should you buy in Martinique?

The TVS Ronin and BMW R 18 Transcontinental are two popular motorcycles in Martinique. 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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