| General |
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Year
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2023
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2023
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Manufacturer
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BMW
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BMW
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Model Name
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R 18 Transcontinental
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R 18 Transcontinental
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Trim Name
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719 Galaxy Dust Metallic/Titan Silver 2 Metallic
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719 Galaxy Dust Metallic/Titan Silver 2 Metallic
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Generic Type (Primary)
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Heritage
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Heritage
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| Engine |
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Engine Type
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Twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
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Twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
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Cooling System
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Air/oil cooled
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Air/oil cooled
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Bore
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107.1 mm
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107.1 mm
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Stroke
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100 mm
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100 mm
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Displacement
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1,802 cc
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1,802 cc
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Engine Power
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91 HP at 4,750 rpm
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91 HP at 4,750 rpm
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Engine Torque
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Max: 116 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm
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Max: 116 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm
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Compression Ratio
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9.6 :1
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9.6 :1
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Emissions
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Control: Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter
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Control: Closed-loop three-way catalytic converter
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| Performance |
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Top Speed
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Max: Over 111 mph
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Max: Over 111 mph
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| Fuel System |
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Fuel Type
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Super plus, unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) RON 95 90 AKI
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Super plus, unleaded (max. 15% ethanol, E15) RON 95 90 AKI
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Fuel Injection
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Electronic intake manifold fuel injection/digital engine management: BMS-O with electromotive throttle controller
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Electronic intake manifold fuel injection/digital engine management: BMS-O with electromotive throttle controller
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| Battery |
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Battery
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12 V / 26 Ah
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12 V / 26 Ah
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| Drivetrain |
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Clutch
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Single-disc dry clutch
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Single-disc dry clutch
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Transmission
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6-speed | Secondary drive: Drive shaft
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6-speed | Secondary drive: Drive shaft
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| Chassis |
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Frame Type
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Double-cradle tubular steel frame
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Double-cradle tubular steel frame
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| Suspension |
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Front Suspension
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Telescopic fork
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Telescopic fork
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Front Travel (in./cm.)
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4.7"
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4.7"
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Rear Travel (in./cm.)
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4.7"
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4.7"
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| Brakes |
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Front braking system
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Twin disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
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Twin disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
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Rear braking system
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Single disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
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Single disc brake, 300 mm in diameter, four-piston fixed caliper
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ABS Option
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BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integrated)
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BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (fully integrated)
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| Wheels & Tires |
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Wheels
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Cast aluminum front wheel
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Cast aluminum front wheel
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Rear Wheel Travel
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Guide/spring elements: Steel swingarm with central shock strut
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Guide/spring elements: Steel swingarm with central shock strut
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Front Wheel
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3.5 x 19"
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3.5 x 19"
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Rear Wheel
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5.0 x 16"
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5.0 x 16"
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Front Tire
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120/70 R19
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120/70 R19
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Rear Tire
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180/65 B16
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180/65 B16
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| Dimensions |
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Dimensions
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Inner leg curve at vehicle curb weight: 67.3”
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Inner leg curve at vehicle curb weight: 67.3”
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Wheelbase
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66.7”
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66.7”
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Castor
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7.2”
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7.2”
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Steering
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Head Angle: 62.7°
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Head Angle: 62.7°
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Length
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(Above topcase): 104“
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(Above topcase): 104“
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Width
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(across hand levers): 38.2”
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(across hand levers): 38.2”
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Height
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(above windscreen, at DIN vehicle curb weight): 59.1”
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(above windscreen, at DIN vehicle curb weight): 59.1”
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Seat Height
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Seat height at vehicle curb weight: 29.1”
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Seat height at vehicle curb weight: 29.1”
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| Capacities |
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Payload Capacity
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448 lbs
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448 lbs
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Fuel Capacity
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Usable tank volume: approx. 6.3 gallon
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Usable tank volume: approx. 6.3 gallon
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Fuel Reserve
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Of which: approx. 1.0 gallon
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Of which: approx. 1.0 gallon
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| Weights |
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Weight
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Permitted total weight: 1,389 lbs
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Permitted total weight: 1,389 lbs
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Curb Weight
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Road-ready, fully fueled 1): 942 lbs 1)
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Road-ready, fully fueled 1): 942 lbs 1)
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| Electric |
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Alternator
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Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal capacity)
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Permanent magnet alternator with 660 W (nominal capacity)
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