The R18’s are beautiful and magnificent machines and very underrated and under appreciated .

Just bought the R18 Transcontinental today at the Riverside dealership only had 4 miles on the odometer. We had to run up the mileage to 100 for me to get an extra 4000 off for a demo discount on top of the 3000 dollars customer cash bmw is offering, on top off the first 4 payments that BMW will pay for you, on top off the 0% APR for 48 months bmw is offering...It's crazy how deeply discounted these bikes are right now... I hope these really catch on so BMW can keep on making/support these models. They are a piece of art to look at.

Brother Moss, I have owned my new R18 T for 4 days and you read my mind, Every day I love it more and more. First test ride, I walked away, came back for second test ride, bought it. I am in Scotland where these bikes are ultra-rare, the only other one I have seen was riding to the same dealership as me for my second test ride. Great, honest video man

Thanks for sharing I have a R-18 transcontinental and I can say I don’t miss my Harley at all and you right about the fact that is way better than Harley and most important thing is cheaper and has a better technology

Great review! I picked one up from BMW Burbank back in March this year. Trying to get with other BMW bagger owners that rides in Santa Clarita or SFV.

I just bought my loaded R18B in Manhattan Metallic from a Harley dealership which was sitting on the showroom floor for months. They couldn't sell this trade in and would reduce the price accordingly. I picked it up for $17K plus tax (no other fees) out the door. They claimed to have lost money on the deal but was happy to get it out of the showroom. For the money, you get so much more than other manufacturers and it's a beautiful bike! I'm still clinging onto my 2008 1200 Sportster and 2020 Sport Glide since I too have no business buying this behemoth beast but if I can tame her and love her like my others, I'll consider staying with BMW and sell the Harley(s).

Great video. I've owned several BMWs over the years and have a few motorcycles in the stable now. But my HD ElectraGlide is getting way up there in mileage and I've been shopping to replace it. New HDs are crazy expensive, so I was looking at low-mileage 1-owners, but even those are still pretty pricey. Came across this exact model at our local BMW dealer. You're right about the price. Shockingly less expensive than comparable Harleys. Took it for a test ride and liked it. Still undecided. Was stunned to see the specs. Listed at 877 lbs. Heavier than my E-Glide Classic! But I thought it feels really light while riding. The feel reminded me of the R12C I owned back in the early 2000s. And you're right about the position of your feet. The heads require the floorboards and controls to be under your knees, as opposed to forward like on Harley or Japanese tourers. I'd say it reminded me of the position from my K1200LT. Not exactly sportbike, but definitely not traditional cruiser/touring geometry. So riders with longer legs might find that less comfortable. My impression is it's a high quality, well-executed machine. I enjoyed my test ride. Not sure if I'm going to buy it or not, but I appreciate the great video. You covered some things I was wondering about. Well done.

Thanks for sharing. Yesterday, I test road the R18 B and the K1600 Bagger. Both really fun for very different reasons. I have a BMW R 1250 RS, so I'm used to and love the boxer engine. I like your delivery, "I now listen to music while I ride and I didn't remove the green things from the panniers, why? Because screw that"... LOL As for Harley, they have the culture, apparel as well as the "my friends have Harleys so I bought one". It's also an American brand for those that feel like supporting the U.S. even though I'm guessing a majority of Harley parts are made in China. Like the R18, my RS is another under appreciated amazing bike from BMW. I did a video about Harley vs. BMW culture and I think that is where BMW drops the ball is building the culture / connectedness. They need some high profile ambassadors to assist in pushing the brand and models forward. I think the last time they had a big win in that area was with Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman on the "Long Way Round" series, which helped catapult the BMW GS into the spotlight. It would be interesting to hear a list of reasons why you like the R18 better than your Harley. Anyway, Nice review and enjoy the ride!

I have one and love it !!!!

I have one - it is simply gorgeous. A stunning piece of automotive art that will absolutely be a future classic, if it isn't already

Man, what a beautiful and well equipped bike you have there! Congratulations. You know? Here in Europe Harley is still in first place on this type of bike, but between what they offer and now this proposal of BMW, I think that Harley will lose some customers to BMW. And I’m one them, because if I go for a Bagger I probably would go for a Chieftain Dark Horse, but the price tag is much higher than a BMW R18 Beggar. So, I’m not looking twice to the subject . That adaptive cruise control is a fine feature of the BMW Beggar and is something that none of the other brands offer right now on the Market. Here we have emissions strict rules and noise too, so the bikes can’t be very loud. That’s why this point (the pipe’s sound is not an issue). If you want your motorcycle to be street legal you have to preserve the stock pipes in place and originally mounted. Be well and thank you for the video! Ride safe !

I’m a UK 🇬🇧 owner of a R18 Transcontinental and absolutely love it and she will grow on you, and I feel very under-looked bike even though every where I go a lot of people are interested in her including non bikers. hear in the uk The equivalent harly spec to spec was about 10 grand more than the r18 T. The R18 to me is a Unique and has its own soul for a bmw and very different in its own way. I think why it’s not popular is cost and the harly effect and also lack of awareness in the community. But I find it amazing every biker location I go to on her there is always bikers looking and asking questions even harly riders. So in so,e respects maybe she needs time but on the other hand I do like my bike will be the only or a few at a bike event ride or on tour unlike if fo example a GS witch in the uk seams like every other bike.

Looks incredible to me. I’m going to check one out

You can absolutely trust that radar. I've had this same bike for nearly two years and that system is a reliable piece of equipment.

Good review. I bought the exact same bike as yours yesterday. I took it for a test ride after watching reviews, and found most of the influencers are drastically overblowing different criticisms. I had a Indian Challenger last summer and that thing was a nice bike, but really just felt cheap around the edges. Looked at this and a HD Street/Road Glide, but the value on these things is crazy right now. I got one for 0% interest for up to 5 years, and they are paying the first four payments. Comparable HD would be 10k more, and right out of the gate I'd have to change the suspension on it. Fit/finish is really beautiful and it's just different looking.

Nice Bike and thanks for the review. Don’t forget it has reverse. I’m going to BMW ride event in two weeks. Looking forward to seeing it in person. I’m looking for a second bike to slowly replace my Victory Vision.

Great review

I'm an avid rider and learned how to ride at the age of 13 years old and ever since I have loved and enjoyed riding. I've been blessed and have owned several motorcycle brands. I now own a 2004 Road King, a 2006 Sportster 1200 Custom, and a 2015 Vespa Scooter Primavera, and just yesterday 11-18-2023 I became the new owner of a 2023 BMW R 18 B with all the bells and whistles. The reason I decided to go with the BMW was the fit and finish and those beautiful jugs sticking out. I really like the look and how different it looks from Harley-Davidson and Indian.

Great review brother. I have the bagger and I’m in Fresno! What emblems on the tank are those? Love your bike!

bmw needs to release tha service manaul

Love the tshirt

The R18TC was a simple choice for me. Adaptive cruise control and reverse gear are features that money can't buy on Harley and Indian bikes.

Beautiful bike.looks well built.Is a backrest /luggage rack combo available from bmw and do you know the cost ?

Great review. It's much better to get a review from an actual owner. I have a 19 heritage which I really like, about 700 lbs black and chrome...btw way it just has a regular cruise set up which I use all the time. Just rider preference. The one thing I'm not sure about bmw is that the dealer has to reset the maintenance interval even if you do the work yourself and they charge to reset. Big turnoff for me. Good job.

Hi, how long did it take to get your sissybar? Nice review anyway.. thanks

Great review question who made the engine guards? Where did you buy them?

Brother, where I can find the back rest and the luggage rack

I've owned 2 BMW Boxers. What I like about this bike are the touring set up,adaptive cruise control and shaft drive of course. I hate fiddling around with filthy,greasy chains. Any buffeting with that screen on your helmet?

If you would please post a link for backrest and back rack. Did you add taller wind screen? Thank you

I have a R18 B. Where did you get the Engine guard and backrest from?

Great review. I am considering the R1800 TC instead of a Harley. I wonder about resale? It doesn’t connect via bluetooth to a phone?

I test rode the bmw 18 pure and had a hard time shifting and rear brakes , but I was wearing sidi adventure boots size 11 , I’m not a cruiser guy yet , and the bmw r 18 bagger cost more but has a lot more to offer for 5,000 dollars more ? Are you comfortable able to shift and brake without getting you shoes or boots trapped in the engine room?

What was your Harley you switched away from? I have a street glide and am a bit concerned about the consistent weight “really heavy bike”.

Bmw makes a nice bike,it's the lack of dealerships for those who ride long distance and the fact the dealership has to reset things on it that keeps me away

I own the R18 Classic, don't make the mistake of falling for the look and/or the attractive BMW incentives as I did especially if you live in a congested city. Those two massive cylinders get very hot in stop-and-go traffic. Your knee is basically at 90 degrees all the time and it is impossible to stretch your legs. I am 5'-10" and I have to bend/lean a little forward to reach the handlebar comfortably. I now came to understand that the boxer engine is truly a bad idea for a cruiser. Make sure you understand this bike; it is a beautiful bike but is an expensive utility for a weekend ride on an open road.

Can you connect your phone to the speakers wirelessly using bluetooth? So the music is played through the phone, not the infotainment system. Thanks.

Do you have to remove the saddlebags to install the passenger's backrest? Also, how much weight supports the rack? Thanks. Also, Are you selling your bike? I thought I saw yours on a post for sale. That will be sad if that is the case, as your video helped me decide to get mine. :-)

Can you let me know where you got the backrest and luggage rack? Thanks

Where did you get the backrest and luggage rack? Thank you.

Hey I just bought the R 18 Bagger I also don’t like chrome. Just wandering where did you get the black luggage rack on the back of your motorcycle?

Who makes the sissy pad? I need one but cannot find one like yours. Did you install yourself?

Can you tell me where to purchase the R18 bagger backrest and luggage die?

The 120 people that purchase this bike should keep the mileage low, have it covered and keep it in a garage.

Could you sent me the exact model number for the back rest and luggage rack? Do not see the exact one you have on your BMW R18 Bagger.

Could you please describe its vibrations? I don’t mean whether it bothers you or not, but others say it’s very noticeable over 3,000 rpm and gets stronger as revs climb. I am interested in one for all reasons you like it but any buzzing of my hands, feet and seat would be a deal breaker. Goldwing, Indian and even the single cylinder Vespas don’t buzz. Shaking at idle is not a concern.

The Gestapo would of been made up with one of these fitted with a sidecar .

Which crash bar did you installed and the what back rest?

Did the passenger backrest come with bolt's to install ?

Just saw the Blyat shirt :D

What's it like for hill starts just thinking when your stuck on a red light on a hill is it hard work to stop the bike rolling backwards because of the weight get vid thanks

I own a bimmer rt1200 and a ultra classic hd . What Harley has on every brand is brand loyalty an camaraderie. Lots of bbqs an meet ups that s*** sells Harleys more then thr bike does . The other brands just don't get that part of it

Thank you for such an honest commentary on your bike….your reasons for starting a relationship with the R18B are much in line with why I am waiting for a test ride on one soon….still a lot of snow here in Canada 🇨🇦 lol….there are a lot of new 2022 models in BMW warehouses still not sold, and they have dropped the prices on the 2023’s by $3000….discounts are strong, yet I am still hesitant to sign the dotted line fearing poor resale value down the road, the bike not having Apple car play and having to rely on the BMW app for navigation which appears cumbersome. Can you pls comment further on your experience of the BMW app for Navi? Thanks for a super great video!

For me it's about the comfort on long rides....that foot position just doesn't look like it would work for me for many hours on the saddle

ok yours also ticks! I just bought mine 10/11/22 and it started ticking was like wth but i think its normal

I have transcontinental. Tacoma Washington area and if you want a body to ride with please let me know.

It’s was reliable

Harley is still selling motorcycles?

Nobody talks about how easy this bike turns in because of the boxer engine’s gyroscopic effect. The initial turn in is easier and faster than 883/cb400/h2/r9t

So are these things really not selling, or is BMW just intentionally flooding the market/putting plenty out there so they can pick up in popularity?

No disrespect to this BMW bike , but my Kawasaki 900cc LT cruiser , sounds, performs and looks just as good as this bike and is much cheaper brand new, plus has enough power to take care of business on the roads, yeah it doesn't have all of the extra things on it like this bike, but who cares, it's a lot of fun to ride. Low maintenance and lots of people want to buy the Vulcan 900cc crusier LT. It's the perfect bike for the money and guaranteed to resell as used with no problems. Just saying....... 😏

1500 hundred pounds bike hell no