First launched in 2020, the BMW R 18 family of five models is updated for 2025 with more torque from their shared boxer engine, as well as ergonomic and stylistic changes specific to the individual models.
Common to all five R 18 models is an update to their engine. The air/oil- cooled 1,802cc boxer-Twin gets a boost in torque from 116 to 120 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm, a bump of 4 lb-ft. BMW claims that more than 110 lb-ft of torque is available between 2,000-4,000 rpm. Horsepower remains the same at 91 hp, and the engine now meets Euro 5+ emissions standards.
Also new for all 2025 BMW motorcycles is the no-cost Ultimate Care Break-In Service, which offers free maintenance on new BMWs when brought in at a maximum of six months from the in-service date or a maximum of 750 miles, whichever comes first.
2025 BMW R 18
The standard R 18 variant receives a new 18-inch rear wheel (previously 16-inch), as well as newly designed front and rear fenders. The front fender now features a more modern appearance with a resculpted raised center section, and the front fender, gas tank, and rear fender now appear more seamlessly connected. The bike also gets new silencers with a circular cross-section. A resculpted solo seat includes 0.4-inch thicker foam for more comfort. With the new seat and rear tire, the seat height is raised from 27.2 inches to 28.3 inches. The addition of the new rear wheel also resulted in new spring/damping rates for the shock. Additionally, the standard R 18 now includes a USB-C charging port as standard.
The R 18 will be available in Black Storm Metallic as standard. The Option 719 Olivine variant is finished in Velvet Green Metallic. A Style Blacked Out version is also available. Pricing starts at $15,395.
2025 BMW R 18 Classic
The R 18 Classic features nostalgic details and gets a few updates for 2025. Adopted from the R 18 B is the new front fender, and the Classic also gets a new 19-inch spoke front wheel (previously 16-inch). The front fender now extends lower than previous. The Classic’s seat height is raised from 28.0 inches to 28.7 inches. Additional features include newly designed side covers and a USB-C charging port.
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The R 18 Classic will be available in Black Storm Metallic. Also available is the Option 719 Aquamarine version (finished in Blue Planet Metallic/Oriental Blue Metallic) and the Style Blacked Out version. Pricing starts at $18,395.
2025 BMW R 18 Roctane, R 18 B, and R 18 Transcontinental
The last three models in the R 18 family receive a small handful of updates. Now available for the Roctane and R 18 B are optional body-colored filler panels to cover the gap between the side cases and the rear fender. The R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental get a new favorites button to replace the central locking system switch on the right-hand switches. The favorites button provides quick access to functions like grip heating without having to go through the menu to find the function.
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The R 18 Roctane will be available in standard Black Storm Metallic, optional Mineral Gray Metallic Matte, or the new optional Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic. Pricing starts at $18,995.
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The R 18 B will be available in standard Black Storm Metallic, optional Style Blacked Out (finished in Mineral Gray Metallic or Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic), or Option 719 Black Pearl. Pricing starts at $20,375.
The R 18 Transcontinental will be available in standard Black Storm Metallic, new standard Two-Tone Dragonfire Red Metallic, or Option 719 Tanzanite (finished in Blue Planet Metallic/Asian Blue Metallic). Pricing starts at $24,395.
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