BMW Motorrad Haneda BMW R18 Roctane my Ride & Review

[@lifeofchina6411]

I loved your video and how great you've rode this beautiful bike! Recently I am so much into roctane and this year planning to get one... But if you don't mind I would like to ask you one important question that can r18 roctane be a first bike to a beginner after using 140kg electric scooter since almost 3 years? What's your suggestion and thoughts? From the weight difference to engine and technical infrastructures of both bikes are incomparable I know but still I'm curious about your respond. I appreciate you.

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Hi there, first of all I am happy to hear you enjoyed my video. I absolutely loved riding the R18 Roctane, my first motorbike is my current bike and is the 1250 GSA, for me the first time riding the Roctane was much easier than the first time riding the GSA you do not feel the weight and the weight is low to the ground so I personally would be able to do it 👍

[@lifeofchina6411]

@@archjapanmotovlogs Firstly I appreciate your prompt answer and definitely I'll keep this experience of yours in my mind 👌

[@fahrenheitmorris]

Mate.... ;-) Awesome bike. Someday I'll give you a couple of guitarlessons so you can review all my favorite guitars. Cars, bikes and geetars baby!

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Hahaha Morris mate I'd love that for sure bruva 🙏🙏👍

[@erolyalim2911]

Wonderful review! Looks like the bike is so well engineered and balanced that a new rider who is daring enough could ride one in the rain mode and grow into it.

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Glad you enjoyed it and it was an absolute joy to ride this beast, if I had parking for it then for sure would it be on the list to get 👍

[@erolyalim2911]

@@archjapanmotovlogs Fortunately, in the rental building I live in has a gated covered parking garage. But management charges $75 a month for every extra parking space. Hopefully I will be able to put a hefty down payment on the bike so the total monthly payments including insurance won't be too much. I am also anxiously waiting for the R12 to come out so I can test ride the R12 and R18 back to back and see which bike I like more.

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

I know the pain Erol, I live in a big city no parking in my building and forced to pay $110 per month for secure motorbike parking that is 15 minutes away, better than nothing though 🙏

[@Kopje15]

A masterpiece of engineering & style.... great video again mate and an epic walk off towards the end!

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thank you Kopje for the watch and comments very much appreciated 🙏

[@drakey00]

What a beautiful bike!! Great video again mate, keep it up!

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thanks mate for watching and the support as always 🙏👍

[@ФедорГлебов-ч2ф]

All r18 bikes are amazing!

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Agreed !!

[@ryaandnice]

Good review. Total dream machine. I with BMW did the Roctane either with the black/white pinstriping of the R18, or some actual colors. I'm not sure why they only did the most drab three colors for a hardcore roadster.

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thanks for watching, so you would spruce it up a bit ?

[@팬매드키즈]

I am the first!! What a nice intro music!! Please share the name of nice music? And nice engine sound. Love it ! Amazing!! Nice bike and cool rider!!

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

You are indded the first to watch and comment and thank you for always loyally watching. the song in callled "Drive By - Laurence Lee Murphy"

[@oldmanspeedadventures]

This is what it's all about! Stepping outside your normal! I love it! I live the more relaxed clothing, you sold the lifestyle. Bloody well done, great video. This style of video suits your personality 100% Brilliant.

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thanks so much Mal for all the support and uplifting comments you provide to me it means a lot to me mate 🙏👍

[@oldmanspeedadventures]

@@archjapanmotovlogs your welcome mate

[@Biggiesbikes]

Great video Arch! Great bike . I did feel a bit cramped on it being 6’3 and not being able to stretch my legs past the cylinders but other than that it was beautiful!

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thanks Biggie always for the support and yes agreed 100% taller people indeed I feel would struggle for sure 🙏👍

[@pascall777]

Nice and good looking bike👍🏼 Mach mal gummie 👍🏼

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

danke !! Mach ich mal...

[@TwoWheeledDreamer]

A very good review Arch, you were clearly enjoying yourself! As well as riding BMWs, I’ve been a Harley rider for 30 or so years. I love the heel/toe gear changes and floorboards and those big, heavy cruisers carry their weight so low that combined with the low seat height they are a cinch to manoeuvre (easier than my trusty GSA). Should I ever get another cruiser, my last was an Ultra Classic Electraglide, I would seriously look at the BMW too. I wouldn’t fancy taking either into the desert though! 😂Thanks for sharing 😊

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thanks Steve for watching and commenting as always my friend 🙏

[@stephenjames6075]

Did you say the Roctane is the only R18 with twin discs up front?

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

No I said comaired to other models (they had at the dealer) did this version have dual disc brakes up front.

[@MHeadroom]

BMW say for riding in the countryside. Definitely not an every day bike then.

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

I would say not a commuter more of a tourer

[@228ANDY]

Actually, I was not expecting that BMW would make an American cruiser typed bike like this but now I have come to think that the boxer engine is just fit for it. This may be an inevitable and to-be-welcomed evolution.

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thanks Andy for taking the time to watch and comment whilst you are traveling, it is indeed a fantastic machine for sure and I would love to own one at some point

[@martyn_g]

I actually think that BMW are nodding to their own heritage - not HD. Look at the original R series bikes from the ‘20s - they’re low and long.

[@rayjones9819]

What about a fuel gauge?

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

No fuel gauge on the model I rode, count your miles

[@DM-ci2nn]

No, you shouldnt have an open faced helmet, only fools wear open faced helmets

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Thank you !