Side-by-Side Comparison

BMW R 18 Transcontinental vs Indian Chieftain

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Uganda.

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Key Specifications

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalSpecIndian Chieftain

USh9,000,000PriceUSh110,000,000

1Engine (cc)1811

91Power (hp)101

158Torque (Nm)9999

15.0Mileage (km/l)18.0

421Weight (kg)373

24Fuel Tank (L)21

9.2Rating9.2

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BMW R 18 Transcontinental

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Basic Information

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

Two-cylinder, four-strokeEngine TypeThunderstroke 111 V-Twin

ECUController Type—

ManualTransmission TypeManual

Wet multi-plateClutch TypeWet, Multi-Plate

BeltDrive Type—

BMWBrandIndian Motorcycle

R 18 TranscontinentalModelChieftain

R 18 TranscontinentalBike NameIndian Chieftain

2022Model Year2025

CruiserCategory/TypeBagger / Touring

GermanyCountry of OriginUSA

GermanyAssembly LocationUSA

AvailableStatus—

Black Storm Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Option 719 Galaxy Dust MetallicColors AvailableBlack Metallic, Sunset Red Metallic, Heavy Metal

Lithium-ionBattery Type—

TouringSeat Type—

Rider’s handlebarHandle Type—

Steel frameFrame Type—

Single-sidedSwingarm Type—

Engine & Performance

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

1,802Displacement (cc)1811

91 hpMaximum Power75.00

158 NmMaximum Torque119 ft-lbs at 3000 rpm

91 hpPeak Power—

2Number of Cylinders2

SOHCValve ConfigurationOHV; Pushrod

2Valves Per Cylinder2

107.1 mmBore101 mm

100 mmStroke113 mm

107.1 x 100 mmBore x Stroke—

9.6:1Compression Ratio9.5:1

Air/oil cooledCooling SystemAir / Oil Cooled

Electronic Fuel InjectionFuel Supply SystemClosed loop fuel injection / 54 mm bore

DigitalIgnition System—

Flat twinEngine Layout—

SAE 20W-50Engine Oil Grade—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill Switch—

0.19 hp/kgPower-to-Weight Ratio—

67.5 kWMotor Power—

Euro 5Emission Standard—

24 AhBattery Power—

Fuel & Mileage

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

4.5 LEngine Oil Capacity—

27 LFuel Tank Capacity20.8 L

5.6 L/100 kmFuel Economy—

380 kmMileage City18

550 kmMileage Highway—

200 kgLoad Capacity—

24 AhBattery Capacity—

550 kmRange—

YesRange Indicator—

—Average Mileage18.0

Performance & Speed

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

180 km/hTop Speed—

5.1 secAcceleration (0-60)—

9.5 secAcceleration (0-100)—

NoQuick Shifter—

NoLaunch Control—

YesTraction Control—

Transmission & Drive

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

6Number of Gears6

1-N-2-3-4-5-6Gear Pattern—

GearPrimary DriveGear Drive Wet Clutch

BeltFinal DriveBelt

BeltDrive Chain/Belt Type—

Dimensions & Weight

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

2,565 mmOverall Length2506 mm

1,030 mmOverall Width1000 mm

1,460 mmOverall Height1388 mm

1,690 mmWheelbase1668 mm

150 mmGround Clearance130 mm

750 mmSeat Height650 mm

421 kgKerb Weight373 kg

—Gross Weight628 kg

Brakes & Safety

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

Dual discFront Brake TypeDual Floating Rotor / 4 Piston Caliper

Single discRear Brake TypeSingle Floating Rotor / 2 Piston Caliper

300 mmFront Brake Size300 mm

300 mmRear Brake Size300 mm

Cornering ABSABS TypeDual Channel ABS

Long lifeBrake Pad Life—

ShortBraking Distance—

YesAnti-Theft SystemKeyless ignition, security system

Suspension & Handling

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

TeleleverFront Suspension TypeTelescopic Fork

ParaleverRear Suspension TypeSingle Shock with Air Adjust

120 mmFront Suspension Travel119 mm

120 mmRear Suspension Travel114 mm

YesAdjustable Controls—

Wheels & Tires

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

130/90 B16Front Tyre Size130/60B19 61H

180/65 B16Rear Tyre Size180/60R16 80H

RadialTyre Type—

AlloyWheel TypeAlloy

AluminumWheel Material—

—Tyre BrandMetzeler Cruisetec

Lighting & Display

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

TFT displayDisplay Type7-inch Touchscreen (Ride Command)

Analog-digitalSpeedometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

DigitalOdometer Type—

AnalogTachometer TypeAnalogue and Digital

DigitalFuel Gauge Type—

YesClock—

YesPass Light Switch—

YesSide Stand Indicator—

Technology & Features

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

YesTrip Meter—

YesMobile Connectivity—

YesBluetooth Features—

YesNavigationStandard

Electrical & Battery

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

—USB ChargingYes

Comfort & Ergonomics

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalAttributeIndian Chieftain

—Pillion SeatStandard

—Pillion FootrestStandard

BMW R 18 Transcontinental vs Indian Chieftain: Which one should you buy in Uganda?

The BMW R 18 Transcontinental and Indian Chieftain are two popular motorcycles in Uganda. 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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