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I had two R18 classics and loved them. I went to the R18 Bagger for several reasons. First, I want a bike with forged rims versus spokes. I wanted tubeless tires vs tubed tires. I wanted a larger fuel tank with a gas gauge. I wanted better suspension, a fairing/windshield, and reverse. I wanted...
I bought a 2022B demo. BMW extends the 3/36 warranty an additional 6 months. Plus currently on 22 models bmw will make 4 payments for you not exceeding 333.00 month. Interest rate .09% if you qualify. The 22 and 23 are identical. The only difference might be adaptive cruise control missing on a...
I have a 2022 R18 Bagger. Also own 2023 RT and 2023 GSA. I love the bagger. Yes it is heavy, but you get used to it and soon you will have increased confidence and appreciate what BMW has created. The R18 is a show piece, very beautiful and trouble free.
I have a 2021 R18 Classic, First Edition. I put the Roland Sands heads on it and upgraded to a Weekender seat. An amazing bike! Comfortable and dynamic with great power and riding position. I love having no fairing to block the view. One of my all-time favorite bikes!
I was at BMW Motorcycles of Seattle yesterday. They just got in two red R18’s. One pure, the other a R18C. I see the pure has different from forks, more like an R nine T
Within the R18 Classic line there is the Classic “Deluxe” and Custom” models. See:
https://bikereview.com.au/bmw-r-18-classic-classic-custom-classic-deluxe-here/
When I bought my T18C BMW gave a $1000.00 accessories credit. I think the heads were around $1300.00 with tax. I applied the credit plus $300.00 out of pocket. It was worth it then; however, without the credit I am not so sure I’d do it. They look great thought.
You guys need to read the owners manual—the section in the back. It specifically says 8 turns if you weigh 100 kilograms (220 pounds). Maybe a little more for fuel and any luggage.
I weight 220. I used a felt pen to make a mark at the 12 o’clock position and gave it 8 turns. Big difference in...