Purchase one two weeks ago.. got from the dealership for $14,500… with a major rebate. It came with the Dr.Jekill & Mr. Hyde exhaust and it came with the mini Ape hangers. If put over 1,000 miles on it … I came from The Adventure Bike work , never even riding a cruiser.. I haven’t looked back .. love this machine… I upgraded to the cross country seat and it’s a game changer….
Enjoyed the video , bought my Custom Thursday last , 250 smiles and I love it , had my first BMW in 1961 , always wanted a bike that was unique and not run of the mill, this fills the bill, yesterday was a longer ride out to get used to the bike around the mountains of North Wales here in the U.K. what a joy to ride, everything apart from the seat was just amazing , have to agree with most you say on the video , nice one , 👍 Graham
The roads looks almost as good as ours in the UK. Full of cracks and holes! I'm taking an R18 out tomorrow for a test. The bike is an absolute work of art.
This is a great review! I decided to get my R18 just two weeks ago (to be delivered in March '23) and I didn't know this review. Having seen your video today and listen to your comments, I can't wait to go on my 1st cruise with the R18 (btw., the bobber version).
Thank you Marcel! Having owned it not for almost a year, I’m still loving the uniqueness of it. I’m considering putting beach bars on it with the bobber seat!
@@ridemotos My pleasure! I'll get it with beach bars in black. I decided to go for the bobber, because I'm 6'4" - need the extra space. I might even get the Wunderlich »ERGO-COMFORT« lower footrests. They provide add. 20mm. Can't wait.......
My local dealer! Great guys, but sadly I’ve never bought a BMW. Been meaning to test ride an R18. Looks like they’re sold out of First Editions finally; too bad for me. Love that extra chrome touches and the classic pinstripes on black. The new Galaxy Dust Metallic is attractive, and so is the Mars Red. There appear to be some pretty big incentives right now. I may have to go look. Also, as soon as you turned left on Katella and went past 55 I knew you were headed to Santiago Canyon. One of my favorite local rides. I must say the build quality and fit/finish of the R18 is absolutely exquisite, even better than HD. Btw, the peg scraping was caused by bikes leaving the factory in the lowest rear shock preload setting and a lot of those were press bikes.
I picked one up two weeks ago and love it! I liked riding my Vulcan but I’m looking for any excuse to take this tractor out! I ordered a high boy seat from the dealer and when I got there to get it I was expecting that they were gonna be able to install it at pick up. They let me know they couldn’t do it and that I’d have to wait until next week when they install the crash bars. I wasn’t even mad because I got a ride out of it 😊
Nice bike, Im also an owner of a R18 Transcontinental to me it’s a very Unique Bike and a quality bike as said with Heritage. But for such a Harvey bike that is very usable and very enjoyable on the open road and on tour. Im very proud and hounerd to own one I am thinking she is definitely a keeper. Good vid 👍
Yeah, I saw an ad for them on my TH-cam feed here last night. $25990 Aussie on road. It’s apparently a saving of $7300 over retail. Called my dealer and got my deposit down. In a world of ridiculously overpriced second hand vehicles that we live in right now, I think I got a bargain.
@@ridemotos after market supplier created an acessoire that allows the driver to stretch his legs (th-cam.com/video/13VwXuiP7Kg/w-d-xo.html ). Great review thanks!
I don't understand the lean angle discussion. Yes, the lean angle sucks if you step over from a 1250 GS or any modern sport- or nakedbike. But in direct comparison to HD the R18 is not worse. 30 degrees of lean angle left and right is more than the sportster, any old softail, better or on par with the new softails, one degree better on the left and two worse on the right than a street glide or road glide. And due to the chassis setup, you really should compare it to the softail range of HD.
your test for scraping pegs is slow speed maneuvers and tight u-turns, not cruising on the highway. The bike seems really cool. I am hoping to ride one here in a couple of weeks.
I believe you've misjudged the purpose of this bike. It is available with bags wind protection and more, including a large fuel tank all designed for putting on the miles!
Right, but not the design of the Pure one without those things. But, I am coming out with a full review of the R18 Bagger, be on the lookout for that one!
Great. The wind shield with two auxiliary lights can NOT be bought separately, either together. It is part of the BMW R18 Classic package, to my understanding, only.
Agreed would have been nice. Harley Davidson launched a digital instrument gauge similar in size to what the R18 has on it. I feel like BMW should have done at least that
@@ridemotos I know brother. Some great deals here in So. Cal. at Irv Seaver and Long Beach BMW. Still paying off my current ride or I’d be there. lol. I just hope BMW doesn’t shut down production before I can snag one.
@@ridemotos i own a R-18 an i have went to the dealer an called several times about one an all i get is they have no plans to release a manaul. BMW wants their dealers to do ALL the work @ $150 per hour
I’ve had my FE about two weeks now. It’s a superb bike as long as you accept it for what it is. Yammie Noob squids (whatever you are) jog on…..it’s not for you.
The first thing that comes to my mind is what happens to the engine when the bike goes down? Sorry, but anyone with experience knows...sh*t happens. Just seems like a bad design idea, again.
Purchase one two weeks ago.. got from the dealership for $14,500… with a major rebate. It came with the Dr.Jekill & Mr. Hyde exhaust and it came with the mini Ape hangers. If put over 1,000 miles on it … I came from The Adventure Bike work , never even riding a cruiser.. I haven’t looked back .. love this machine… I upgraded to the cross country seat and it’s a game changer….
Would love to see a picture of your bike with the mini apes!
A very solid video with lots of real world comments about it. I recently purchased one myself. Great job! Eric
Amazing! Love to hear this
Enjoyed the video , bought my Custom Thursday last , 250 smiles and I love it , had my first BMW in 1961 , always wanted a bike that was unique and not run of the mill, this fills the bill, yesterday was a longer ride out to get used to the bike around the mountains of North Wales here in the U.K. what a joy to ride, everything apart from the seat was just amazing , have to agree with most you say on the video , nice one , 👍 Graham
Amazing! Thanks for the comment Graham
The roads looks almost as good as ours in the UK. Full of cracks and holes! I'm taking an R18 out tomorrow for a test. The bike is an absolute work of art.
I recently mentioned the lack of fuel gauge. I got over that and now own a new R18 and love it!
Heck yeah! It’s a fun experience
This is a great review! I decided to get my R18 just two weeks ago (to be delivered in March '23) and I didn't know this review. Having seen your video today and listen to your comments, I can't wait to go on my 1st cruise with the R18 (btw., the bobber version).
Thank you Marcel! Having owned it not for almost a year, I’m still loving the uniqueness of it. I’m considering putting beach bars on it with the bobber seat!
@@ridemotos My pleasure! I'll get it with beach bars in black. I decided to go for the bobber, because I'm 6'4" - need the extra space. I might even get the Wunderlich »ERGO-COMFORT« lower footrests. They provide add. 20mm. Can't wait.......
My local dealer! Great guys, but sadly I’ve never bought a BMW. Been meaning to test ride an R18. Looks like they’re sold out of First Editions finally; too bad for me. Love that extra chrome touches and the classic pinstripes on black. The new Galaxy Dust Metallic is attractive, and so is the Mars Red. There appear to be some pretty big incentives right now. I may have to go look. Also, as soon as you turned left on Katella and went past 55 I knew you were headed to Santiago Canyon. One of my favorite local rides. I must say the build quality and fit/finish of the R18 is absolutely exquisite, even better than HD. Btw, the peg scraping was caused by bikes leaving the factory in the lowest rear shock preload setting and a lot of those were press bikes.
Love the Santiago canyon ride! Hit me up on Instagram and let’s go ride!
Ive studied this video in 8K and in FULL DETAIL and now we BOTH own a BMW R18 thanks to your signature! hehe jk
SOLID VIDEO!
I would expect nothing less. Imagine if it was a king troll and you zoomed in to see “ConnorFXDB” as the name on the contract 😂
I picked one up two weeks ago and love it! I liked riding my Vulcan but I’m looking for any excuse to take this tractor out! I ordered a high boy seat from the dealer and when I got there to get it I was expecting that they were gonna be able to install it at pick up. They let me know they couldn’t do it and that I’d have to wait until next week when they install the crash bars. I wasn’t even mad because I got a ride out of it 😊
Stoked you love this thing!
A good honest review of a beautiful and magnificent piece of machinery 😎
Thank you!
I really like the optics of this bike. My understanding is that it feels like Aladdin's carpet when operating between 2k and 3k rpm.
It’s a rocket!
Got mine at irv seaver as well... great service from the sales to the parts / service department...
Heck yeah, let’s go ride sometime!
@@ridemotos sure man, lets do it!
This looks like a very cool motorcycle for cruising.
Nice bike, Im also an owner of a R18 Transcontinental to me it’s a very Unique Bike and a quality bike as said with Heritage. But for such a Harvey bike that is very usable and very enjoyable on the open road and on tour. Im very proud and hounerd to own one I am thinking she is definitely a keeper. Good vid 👍
Thanks Steve!
I just purchased a 2020 demo with 1,900 klm. $18,,700 Aussie dollars absolute bargain.
You just bought it! Let them bed in before assessing the brakes! They improve!
Agreed!
Great video man 🤘🤘
Thanks man!
It’s such an awesome looking piece of kit. Seriously looking at dropping some coin on one myself.
Thanks for sharing.
If you get one soon, most dealerships are running major price reductions and specials!
Yeah, I saw an ad for them on my TH-cam feed here last night.
$25990 Aussie on road. It’s apparently a saving of $7300 over retail. Called my dealer and got my deposit down.
In a world of ridiculously overpriced second hand vehicles that we live in right now, I think I got a bargain.
@@patrickfrench1569 heck yeah! HMU on IG when you get it, I want to see it!
@@ridemotos after market supplier created an acessoire that allows the driver to stretch his legs (th-cam.com/video/13VwXuiP7Kg/w-d-xo.html ). Great review thanks!
@@ridemotos What does the base model 2023 R18 sell for?
I don't understand the lean angle discussion. Yes, the lean angle sucks if you step over from a 1250 GS or any modern sport- or nakedbike. But in direct comparison to HD the R18 is not worse. 30 degrees of lean angle left and right is more than the sportster, any old softail, better or on par with the new softails, one degree better on the left and two worse on the right than a street glide or road glide. And due to the chassis setup, you really should compare it to the softail range of HD.
your test for scraping pegs is slow speed maneuvers and tight u-turns, not cruising on the highway. The bike seems really cool. I am hoping to ride one here in a couple of weeks.
It’s definitely a cruiser. Not quite as low of pegs as the heritage, but that’s ok!
@@ridemotos I am just wondering how it compares to my 2022 HD road king special.
I believe you've misjudged the purpose of this bike. It is available with bags wind protection and more, including a large fuel tank all designed for putting on the miles!
Right, but not the design of the Pure one without those things. But, I am coming out with a full review of the R18 Bagger, be on the lookout for that one!
So two years later do you still ride the R18 and are you a fan?
Meh. I still own it, but I’ve just never fallen in love with it like some of my other bikes.
Great. The wind shield with two auxiliary lights can NOT be bought separately, either together. It is part of the BMW R18 Classic package, to my understanding, only.
Very interesting. I was almost 100% sure you could just buy the windshield. I'll check with my parts guy at BMW!
Beautiful cruiser …. Sadly no fuel gauge!
Not really a huge issue, surely 🤔
Agreed would have been nice. Harley Davidson launched a digital instrument gauge similar in size to what the R18 has on it. I feel like BMW should have done at least that
No fuel gauge is a touch of old school motorcycles. I like it!
my Yamaha raider is the king but i love that piece
What do you like most about the Raider?
Absolute stunning bike!!!! #berlinbuilt #gomotorcycling
Thank you!
I can’t watch this because I’m so jealous. lol
Go get one! Tons of great options right now from BMW
@@ridemotos I know brother. Some great deals here in So. Cal. at Irv Seaver and Long Beach BMW. Still paying off my current ride or I’d be there. lol. I just hope BMW doesn’t shut down production before I can snag one.
BMW needs to release tha service manaul
I wasn’t aware they hadn’t!
@@ridemotos i own a R-18 an i have went to the dealer an called several times about one an all i get is they have no plans to release a manaul. BMW wants their dealers to do ALL the work @ $150 per hour
I’ve had my FE about two weeks now. It’s a superb bike as long as you accept it for what it is. Yammie Noob squids (whatever you are) jog on…..it’s not for you.
Forgot to say….when you get home 1) join the R18 forum and 2) adjust your rear preload because they all come with transport settings.
Love this bike! We just dropped a new video about the R18, you should check it out. You might not like it though ;)
@@ridemotos No worries. It is what it is. If you still crave high performance it’s not the bike for you. Speed isn’t everything though……
Yes, it turns head. It would look odd if people were laughing and not looking at you.
Odd indeed. Thankfully there’s enough chrome on this thing to be seen from space
The first thing that comes to my mind is what happens to the engine when the bike goes down? Sorry, but anyone with experience knows...sh*t happens. Just seems like a bad design idea, again.
Definitely a concern! I think BMW might make engine guards
If the bike goes down you should worry about what happens to your ass not the bike.
It's 804 pounds.
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