Cruisers

2026BMW R 18 B

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The 2026 BMW R 18 B is a cruiser motorcycle designed for riders seeking classic styling with modern reliability. Powered by a 1802cc boxer engine delivering 157.3 Nm of torque, it excels at relaxed, comfortable highway riding and is best known for combining retro aesthetics with contemporary technology and performance.

Capacity: 1802.0 ccm
Engine: Boxer, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 397.8 kg
Seat height: 719 mm
Power: 91.0 HP (66.9 kW) @ 4750 RPM

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What’s new for the 2026 BMW R 18 B

vs the 2025

Spec	2025	2026
Power	89.8 HP (67.0 kW) @ 4750 RPM	91.0 HP (66.9 kW) @ 4750 RPM

Other years 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering30%

City riding35%

Daily riding55%

Touring75%

Two-up65%

Track5%

Best for: Built for relaxed, torque-rich boulevard cruising and light touring rather than outright speed or sport riding.
Built for: A big-hearted boxer cruiser that rewards laid-back throttle-rolling riding with deep torque and classic shaft-drive character over outright agility.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering ability, off-road capability, or a light, flickable machine for tight city lanes.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 719mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 BMW R 18 B, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1802.0 ccm
Power: 91.0 HP (66.9 kW) @ 4750 RPM
Torque: 157.3 Nm (16.0 kgf-m) @ 3000 RPM
Engine type: Boxer, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2288 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 107.1 x 100.0 mm
Compression: 9.6:1
Cooling system: Oil & air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Single-disc dry

Performance

Top speed: 178.6 km/h (111.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1694 mm
Overall length: 2560 mm
Overall width: 970 mm
Overall height: 1400 mm
Seat height: 719 mm
Wet weight: 397.8 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.90 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.80 litres
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double-cradle steel
Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Steel swingarm with central shock strut
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 119 mm
Rake (fork angle): 23.3°
Trail: 183 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. 4 piston fixed calipers. ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. 4 piston fixed calipers. ABS.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-R19
Rear tyre: 180/65-B18

Other

Color options: Black Storm Metallic, Blackstorm Metallic/ Blacked Out, Mineral Gray Metallic Matte/ Blacked Out, Dragonfire Red Metallic/ Blacked Out, Option 719 Black Pearl

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.