BMW G 650 GS versus BMW R 18 Classic

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure

BMW R 18 Classic

Cruiser

Used test of the small single-cylinder GS from 2012

We test a used BMW G 650 GS from 2012 and show you in this video what strengths and weaknesses the "little GS" has. With test drive, acceleration, technology and pros & cons etc. Test categories: 02:40 - Dimensions of the BMW G 650GS 03:49 - Cockpit... weiter

BMW G 650 GS im Test

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What can the BMW R 18 Classic do better than the Standard R 18?

With the BMW R 18 Classic, BMW is launching an R 18 that has been upgraded to include touring functions. Strictly speaking, the Classic is more tourer than cruiser. How it feels and where the differences to the standard R 18... weiter

BMW R 18 Classic im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016

Built von 2021 bis 2024~

RRP

RRP 23.950 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

light and manoeuvrable
uncomplicated
favorable consumption
solid workmanship
enough space for passenger

Pros:

Windbreak
Beefy Boxer
Great look
Casual sitting position

Cons:

radiates little emotion

Cons:

Cylinders sometimes get in the way
Manoeuvring almost impossible without reversing aid
Not for beginners

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg

Wheelbase: 1.731 mm
Length : 2.440 mm Height : 1.342 mm
Seat : 710 mm
Weight : 365 (max: 560 ) kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5

Motor design: 2 Cyl. Boxer 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.802 ccm
Hub: 100 mm
Hole: 107 mm
Cooling: Öl-Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre

Maximum speed: 180 km/h
Performance: 91 HP at 4.750 U/Min
Torque: 158 NM bei 3.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 16 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 285 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Frame type:
Double loop steel frame with bolted beams (steel)

Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm)

Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 90 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm made of steel

Tyres at the front: 130/90 B16
Rear tyres: 180/65 B16

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk

Front brake
Double disc (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Single disc (∅ 300 mm)

Conclusion - what sticks

The BMW R 18 Classic is a fully equipped cruiser tourer with which you can also tackle a longer journey as a couple. In contrast to an adventure bike, the luggage capacities are limited, but nothing stands in the way of a longer day trip on Route 66. This bike is simply an impressive piece of engineering due to its sheer size and performance. We would also like to have in the stable.

The test motorcycle was kindly provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg near Hamburg for this test. If you would like to try out the R 18 Classic, you are welcome here and there is even a good coffee. In addition, there are a lot of used machines and other demonstrators around, so a visit to Pinneberg is always worthwhile.