1st 2021 BMW R18!! • Thought It Was a K1600 Box..! | TheSmoaks Vlog_1760

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

A second view of this day on my other channel: "All-New 2021 BMW R18..!! • 1st Ride Impressions!" kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHSbpGClhbOaras Consider Subscribing...

[@BigChill73]

Hey Smoaks are the R18s sold out or does one go to the local dealer and put a down payment to reserve one?

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Rodney Pickett - I’m not sure they’re actually for sale just yet..? We were told that our unit had to be a demo for a given amount of time. I heard that the customer units for sale will be coming later, but I’m hearing that some dealers are getting multiple units... I’ll do my best to get some facts about all this and let you all know asap! Thanks Rodney!! 👊

[@pistolpete6321]

R18, yes please! What a stunning motorcycle!

[@garyvolkmann3647]

And you don't have to practice your pissed off bad. Boy

[@garyvolkmann3647]

And you don't have to practice your pissed off bad boy look and it'll make it farther than 6 blocks to the bar.

[@AdiposePhin]

That engine is a work of art!

[@obsidianprime]

Wow!! I love the sound of that bike as well!

[@alstalda]

Wow!...... Just Wow! What a bike 👍

[@albertosbrolla8424]

Cool R18! It certainly sounds pretty raw on video! Thanks for the test ride on BMW R18. Hope you get some rain soon to put out the, see you tomorrow!👍

[@markhenry192]

It has presence for sure. Even from my laptop it appears to ooozz quality. I think the oddness of them cylinders and the flat, fish like pipes balance each other out nicely. Thanks guys.

[@peterwrench4416]

This things just screaming out for a classic torpedo style sidecar to be attached!

[@PMCraig]

Peter Wrench Right on! I’m sure I couldn’t afford it but it would be awesome with a matching Sidecar!

[@davidcatanach2620]

With a mini gun!

[@caryd67]

It would look cool, yes definitely, but have you ever ridden with a sidecar? It’s not a lot of fun, and steering a bike as opposed to leaning... not for me. I’m glad I tried it though.

[@richardguinan3298]

That absolutely looks like a 1929 R52 BMW and yes I had to look it up. But wow what a time to be a motorcycle fan.

[@fullmoon2614]

I think the being upstairs got it right when your blueprint hit the table. Simplicity at its finest. When I get on a bike that really talks to me, I hear only one thing. LET’S RIDE!!!!! Stay safe and keep the sunny side up and between the lines👍🏾

[@gerrysturis]

I have been waiting for the new R 18 to come out. Very cool Shawn! Tanks for sharing...............Cheers!

[@grantbradley5084]

Actually have one of these bikes in Vancouver great! You performed the 12k service on my 2019 RT 1250 several weeks ago. Am very impressed by the quality job performed on my RT. It’s great having a convenient and local location to bring my bike to. Thanks again!

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Awesome, thanks Grant!!

[@joernhein]

Great...! - Will get my R18 by end of September or early October..., one of the first in Northern Germany. Not the best season for cruiser rides but very good for my feeling...Cheers, JB

[@rickywangham]

This machine will love by.. People who are fascinated by Two wheels n its Balancing, Seems like Collectible.

[@christianmouraux7269]

Can’t wait to test ride one! Thanks for showing it to us 👍

[@flyboy1ron]

I never have owned a BMW, and I really like that bike. I went to the BMW website and they actually have a sound bite for the R18. That is cool. Thanks for sharing the R18 with us.

[@theonlyredspecial]

I test road one a few weeks ago. Fun big bike - im not really a cruiser guy but those big engines they produce are excellent, love the inline 6 cylinder k1600 engine too

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Right on! Thanks!!

[@davidgreve1081]

Shawn, I'm as impressed as you are!

[@stacyfoote3985]

I'm not much for cruisers, but that is pretty cool. I like the chrome driveshaft with the open yoke!

[@billcotton1551]

I bet it is fun to ride Shawn! You are always on the cutting edge showing new models.

[@stevebumstead9840]

That thing is awsome old school!

[@allanmccullough8550]

Wouldn't "non tubeless" mean tubes?

[@lourens4711]

I like your presentation style. Honest, and not annoying,

[@russcoaus2043]

Hi u2 that is a cool beautiful motorcycle well done BMW 😎🏁

[@danielrides4016]

Wow, you're the first KZbinr I saw riding the R18! Even in our country, Germany, No one testrode one. Cool! Great Bike! Quality from Germany 😉

[@michaeld53]

it's quality, but not as it used to be, when Germany did their own parts. since things are farmed out some quality has dwindled

[@danielrides4016]

@@michaeld53 that's true! Luckily this big thing ist built in Berlin 👍! So you can say, this really comes from Germany 😉...

[@matthewbruce8839]

About time Beemer rocks the cruiser market. Looks and sounds mighty fine, but ain't no HD. I like it! BTW, you both are great! Best channel in here...

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Yeah it is, and no it isn't..! Lol I really like it as well. Thank you very much Matthew!!

[@gustwowheeling7337]

That R18 is some kinda purdy, I like the look of the motor. Good stuff Smoaks!

[@ahughes981]

Been waiting to see if you would get a ride on this, a lot of hype so looking forward to your review.

[@pmdinaz]

Like a kid on his first bike!! Nice little rip!

[@davidgreve1081]

They must have listened. The very first one had the cheapest fenders almost nonexistent. This one looks great, except for the size of that motor, it needs a bigger fuel tank to be able to handle all those extra ccs.

[@mwewering]

Ich mag euch! Klasse gemacht, ich habe mich richtig gut unterhalten gefühlt. Gott segne Euch.

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

I wonder if they are going to make like a full bagger version of that bike. Seems to be set up that you could add fairing and hard bags, it would be interesting. It looks like a work of art, like the new rocket 3 GT.

[@dampukalita2660]

Your voice sounds awesome!😆

[@mikefusco7215]

Can't WAIT for the touring version of that R18!!!!

[@Svande51]

Just so you know, Lot of towns on Highway 20 are gone.. The town of Detroit and all around the area are burned up.. Just drove through Sandy Last night, and there are People bailing out of many towns south of there.. It's never been this bad in my 64 years in Oregon.. These BMW are pretty cool. Reminds me of a Older R-69S with a 1000 cc that I had a hand in building in the late 1970/1980.. It use to show up out at PIR back in the day ,and it would draw a crowd. That was put together By Art from Zap Motors.. Air Head guy and older guys will Know who he is, and the BMW's he built..

[@markanthony6128]

Looks like a fighter plane ✈️

[@splodge57]

That was some scoop. Theres some big jugs sticking out, nearly as wide as a truck. A great ride, cheers.

[@la_old_salt2241]

Wow, just wow. What a cool bike Shawn. I love your Slim, but with a 25 inch inseam, forward controls do me absolutely no good. This R18 and the Harley Street Bob look doable for me down the road. I want to get a couple of seasons under my belt before making that kind of investment. Well you and Momma take care and stay safe. I'll see you guys tomorrow. God bless. -Rob

[@robertotway1525]

Hi Rob my wife Lynne really struggles to get bikes small enough to carry both of us and luggage we have a BMW F800GT with low seat and are lucky enough to have a spyder f3 limited which we love its just a shame more manufacturers don't consider smaller people we enjoy your comments 👍

[@la_old_salt2241]

@@robertotway1525 Thanks very much Robert I've seen you and Ms. Lynne commenting also. Always enjoy your contributions. Yes, I've considered a BMW GS 750 LC one day myself, unfortunately here in Kansas I would have a couple of hours or so to get to a dealer to even see if one would work for me. But, I don't need to spend that much on my first bike anyway. I'll find something less expensive that I won't cry over so bad when I drop it! 😁 Well, you and Ms. Lynne take care, God bless. -Robert

[@gwynnromano5881]

I’ll take one!

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Oh man, me too..! Thanks Gwynn!!

[@flyingdog1498]

Mine was completed on Sept 7 and is in transit.

[@giovannio55]

Cool bike and great video Mr Smoak ! The front forks have a similar look of the 2018 and up Slim and seat looks very similar to the Breakout including the chrome badge in it. It is a fine looking bike and I like these style of bikes and Im sure it is a quality coming from BMW.. I have a 2019 Slim that I think is coolest bike ever. Thats how I found your channel by searching for 2018 and up Slim.Keep up the great videos and stay safe.

[@beans4491]

Hi Mr Smoak I’ve been waiting for you to ride this machine, as far as i know you’re the first. I’m off the launch here in the UK next weekend and I’m glad I’ve had a chance to see it properly. Thanks a lot and as always....fantastic videos. Kind regards.

[@dandiki]

I think you really liked R18, even speechless there for second!

[@danadiggins793]

That bike is sic! Imagine the damage of a tip over though. Your comments about what is important on a bike is right on. I just received my Hog magazine and inside the cover is a quote from the late Robert Pirsig author of “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance “ ....the test of the machine is the satisfaction it gives you...there isn’t any other test. I couldn’t agree more, it doesn’t matter what you ride.

[@MRGS48]

C'mon leave the doggies alone...They re part of the family they say hi to us every chance they get dint be mean to them Mr. Smaoks. The sound of that R18 reminded me of the old model that I rode on as a kid some 40 years ago on the side car... It had that big old key and a red and green light right behind it towards the seat... Fun times good times. Nice video once again...

[@faroeselegionnaire3174]

Where will you ride with a 1800cc with only a 16 litres fuel tank?

[@Boobtube.]

thats 4.2 gallons. More than enough for 150 miles at least. I have a 1731cc Victory, I should know.

[@faroeselegionnaire3174]

@@Boobtube. For remote areas you will need to be looking for a Fuel station and wish you can find one open, except if you want that big bike only for the show outside a Cafee, I know for sure I could not ride to my Farm and return, might have to transport some fuel with me if I will buy this beauty

[@4LowRocks]

I like it! Currently riding a R1250RT and would like this for a second bike. I don't care for the stock exhaust, but they have some nice slip-ons in the configuration on the BMW site.

[@fabiors10]

This is indeed a beautiful bike but IMO has a huge flaw for a cruiser. How will you put forward controls on it? Impossible.

[@chas106g.6]

Very nice bike! I wonder if there will be a blacked out version.

[@graemecch]

Looking at all of the smoke from the fires reminded me of the summer gone by here in Australia

[@BEANIEMOTO]

Man that R18 is Sick !! 👍😁👊 Beanie

[@Boxer1250RT]

They should do a 1200cc Lighter Model with smaller cylinder heads. Not everyone cares about 1800 cc. Like the Sportster model so buyers can Customize and make their own.

[@rx72nr]

Thanks! Smelling the smoke here in Tacoma. Stay safe down there.

[@terrystarkey8676]

First thing would be crash guards to keep from knockin one of those jugs off😂

[@alexkelly8131]

Was very tempted to get one

[@michaelwright4525]

I looked it up... Autumn Equinox 2020 in Northern Hemisphere will be at 6:30 AM on Tuesday , September 22. Pacific Time.

[@AlvinFan1976]

What a thing of beauty. How do you feel about the footpegs not being able to go forward?

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Perfectly fine, as I prefer mid and farther back pegs, so I'm not the right one to ask..! Lol Thanks Alvin!!

[@MzeeWeeed]

You can order an option from bmw to rest your legs on the cylinders

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

MzeeWeeed - Yes you can, and they’re oddly called ‘Leg Supports’... Lol Thanks!!

[@flyingdog1498]

@@MzeeWeeed there are footboards, rider and passenger along with, "highway" pegs in the pipeline.

[@buck_the_atlas]

That sure is one nice scooter.

[@exzoticofficial5551]

BIG BOXER 😀😀😀

[@000-o4h]

Haha! Your wife didn't seem too excited about it at all! She's like "well, I just have to put up with it, again..."

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

She actually loves it..! She brought it up enough times, I had her sit on it today. She couldn’t lift it off the side stand, so game over for her ridding it, she says... Lol. But she really loves it’s look! Says it reminds her of a cool old fighter plane. I’ve had several people mention that when studying it, and I’m oddly seeing that myself. Strange to think of that when looking at a bike... Lol Thanks 000!!

[@000-o4h]

@@TheSmoaksVlogs It does have a German look if you will...just as everything else they designed / manufactured.... all the way from the beautiful Messerschmitt 109 to the current awesome leopard main battle tank.... They all screaming at you: " You VILL obey me and you VILL do it!"

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

000 - Lol, yeah...

[@ejdtm]

I dig the looks but I’m not into clickity clackity. I’m sure louder pipes will cover it.

[@DarthSpaceBall]

Thats not the first complaint about fingerprints all over the bike that i've heard already. my local dealership's bike was covered in fingerprints, and they spent wayyyy too long having to clean it.

[@cosef4491]

BOSS! The rock and roll modes are wicked cool. This is the only air cooled motorcycle I would own

[@59vaughn]

Almost expected ya to pull out a blanket and picnic basket....and lay down and listen to it in the shade....😉😂

[@thetallguy2756]

Liked your description of what does the bike say to you when you sling a leg over and grab the bars 👍. Other thing running through your mind...Can I get one of these for a Demo??? Thanks as Always Savannah, Ga

[@ericx7476]

I’m upgrading to this bike , coming from a v star 950.

[@Walts-Travel]

Thats one Bad Mamajamma!!! The wheels in you head a turning! Lol

[@saddle8bag]

I rented a BMW to ride around Cali years ago. The oil lamp came on, so I went to a gas station for a quart. That's when I discovered that nutty oil cap. I had no tool, but I did have a pen and my wife's shoe. Stuck the pen in one of the corners and beat it with the shoe to get it to spin. It worked in a pinch. If I ever bought one, I'd get a standard twist off cap for it right away.

[@nokoolaid]

I keep mine with the bike.

[@saddle8bag]

@@nokoolaid This bike has no bags, but yeah, if I remembered I had it, it'd be good. Problem is, I often surprise myself when I open my bikes' bags as I never remember what I put in there. Alzheimer's is great. I get to meet new people everyday!

[@splodge57]

Topping a BMW up with oil is normal.

[@saddle8bag]

@@splodge57 I kinda gathered that. No big deal, I gotta add to the HD too, but it's got a lid I can spin off in 2 seconds.

[@nokoolaid]

@@splodge57 Mine tightened up with age. less than a quart in 6k miles.

[@ad78]

Its very similar looks as our Slim

[@FlipMore]

After not riding for over 30yrs I'm going back to riding because of this bike. Im heading back to training, get a starter bike for about a year then get this r18 by July 21.

[@FLYEAL]

Great video/insight...as always. I own 3 boxers (have owed many others). Different eras. Love em. Don’t get this tho. “Shake mode”? Just get a Harley or pretty much any Guzzi. Shake comes stock. No modes.

[@ammireddy2]

does it has a rear suspension ?

[@54Bob]

Interesting bike. be safe with those fires my friends

[@daggysbg]

Reverse is an optional choice here in Germany.

[@ericx7476]

They’re already being sold?

[@yetanotherjohn]

Beautiful! Is there an Earles Fork option?

[@12gsxer]

That's one sexy bike , as a big BMW fan I may chop in my Street glide for one 👍👍👍and thanks for the video 👍👍👍

[@nanciepelosie8255]

Bike sounds amazing

[@AmerSheikh]

Love the R18

[@lvh603]

Wuau.... Esa moto es genial amigo, muy buen video saludos a los dos desde Chile 🇨🇱... Y un fuerte abrazo a todos los Bikers..

[@jfro5867]

Might be the microphone etc but it's sounds very bland. Not sure I would go for this over a proper HD cruiser. It's neither one thing or the other.

[@tmar0075]

What a unique looking ride..do u know what the lean angle is on that mama?..vundafull!!😀

[@warrenstemphly5756]

Needs more pinstripes and a center stand.

[@Bikerbug2020]

So this will be your new Demo?

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Not this one, but who knows when the normal flow begins..? Thanks!!

[@KevinofWessex]

Love that beemer...

[@josemamertobacani6498]

Made in Germany .... Machne is on their Blood .. Exelent ....👌👌👌👍👍👍

[@charlesemerson6763]

How long till one is sitting in your shed:) Actually reminds me of some the racing BMW's from the 1930's.

[@sandydennylives1392]

That was the idea behind the design. Not enough wide straight roads in my land, you can't corner or 'canyon carve', and there is no protection if you/it drops.

[@PeterSmith-or3pq]

Yes definitely a purpose motorsickal

[@АЛЕКСЕЙГолубчиков-ь6х]

Шикарный мотоцикл. Привет из России

[@soorajsaikumar]

How's the heat from the engine? Are feeling it on your legs? Btw fantastic machine

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Oddly not at all..? But that was a quick spin... I did a couple of those type rides on another bike, only to find it’s a whole different story in real-life riding situations..! When I have the chance to take this home for a weekend, I’ll be able to actually review that kinda stuff and let you guys know. I’m a little suspicious that I was so cool and comfortable with those big ‘ol jugs hanging out there! Lol Thanks for watching!! 👊

[@internetcruiser]

Hey Shawn, super cool. This or the Road King. What do you prefer? BR, Veit

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

It's cool as all heck, but it's not replacing my 'ol Roadie..! Lol Thanks!!

[@flyingdog1498]

@@TheSmoaksVlogs Will be an addition to my K1600B, have had a deposit on one since Oct, 2019

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Flying Dog - Awesome! You’re going to love this..! 👌 Thanks!! 👊

[@TJRohyans]

On first look, it was hard to get past those cylinders bulging out like that, but the more I looked, the more it grew on me. It's got an instant "Classic" "Retro" kind of look to it that I really dig. And I as well like the mechanical sound of it; like a fine Swiss watch keeping time. And those wicked cool exhaust pipes! Yes Sir, if I had the money! Y'all stay safe, and I hope your AC gets fixed soon! Peace and love.

[@bradelton3609]

Yes. The sound of the boxer reminds me of tractor. Lol I have a 1100 and love it. I wonder if they’ll put the 1800 in a RT?

[@rlsuarezv]

Love it!... pleasentries of living in a civilized country

[@BigChill73]

I want one!!!!

[@bikeonoor4006]

Me not. Ridiculous piece of iron.

[@BigChill73]

I think if you got on one and twisted that throttle you would think otherwise!!

[@thomaspetit1115]

Ant Talantus lol broke dude rage

[@youmustbethistall5861]

Very much like the Harley Slim.

[@malcolmmathers2690]

when ya gettin one lol i got a ol 2001 r1150r i love it

[@Yeswecanwin]

It’s great but it’s not HD Mufflers are very ugly. Thank you for posting this video, I enjoyed very much

[@raywite6665]

SUPERB.

[@59vaughn]

Love my r1150r too....

[@fatearther1548]

The tank doesn’t look quite right imo, like it’s a hair small and sits too high over the engine. Still an interesting looking machine though.