BMW R18 - Exclusive Walkaround & Start-up

[@TheVestibulian]

They knocked it out of the park with the styling. And the engine. There are certain things I could nitpick like the tail unit and the "flat fishtail" exhausts but this is all done to make it sellable in all markets. It is a thing of total beauty. Well done BMW!!

[@theseeker96]

R.I.P! This is the last video I saw of you before I heard the news that you're no more. You were a very sincere reviewer 🤍

[@bielbills]

I'm not a cruiser guy, but this bike took my atention!

[@TheTripleDubya]

Mine too, I'm look for the classic cruiser type forward controls and the highway pegs !!!! Ha ha ha, I'm sure it's still a good thing.

[@anthonyprice5596]

Yeah took my attention, luckily I was near a bucket!!

[@599Dan]

This bike is an epic fail no place to stretch out for a cruiser👎

[@karthik.g63]

This is the only cruiser I'd put my money on. And you're 100% correct about the design, this will look just as pretty in 30 40 years.

[@anthonyprice5596]

Do you remember BMWs last cruiser they made....no, they were shite! , you would loose a packet if you bought this, just as everybody did in the 90s that bought the R chrome elephant,they even tried making it a tourer, couldn't sell it. Don't beleive the hype, wait a while and see how they go wrong, then thank me.

[@karthik.g63]

@@anthonyprice5596 I don't judge products based on the hype :) I look for things I find appealing or useful. I find the R18 very appealing, plus the boxer seems so different from the usual crop of twins.

[@anthonyprice5596]

@@karthik.g63 theres is a reason why most cruisers are v twin, because it fits, so you can put your legs and feet in a comfortable position. Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki all have made and sold 1000s of Harley clones, and some of them have been better, but being different doesn't always work. Just because BMW have managed to sell loads of GSs they think a boxer engine fits the cruiser market? No. This bike will bomb its DODO 2 look at the 1200c the chrome cruiser, it didnt sell well, why, because the engine stuck out the side, I have to say, it's a better bike than this one, but if I was spending that money on a bike, I'd not want to be sitting like a jockey with my seating position cramped up. Harley are probably laughing at this, because all those early adopters after wasting their money on this pile will see the light and come running. The cruiser I'm waiting for is the Vtwin from Royal Enfield, because it will be comfortable and competitively priced. This will be a blip on the radar, mark my words.

[@karthik.g63]

@@anthonyprice5596 Consider your words marked :) And personally I prefer the mid mounted pegs as I find them way more comfortable over longer distances, they're also more fun to ride. Plus the boxer with so much low end torque fits the character of a cruiser better than a V-twin, runs cooler too.

[@anthonyprice5596]

@@karthik.g63 I'd love to think you were right, last year I bought a 1250rt it went back 5 times for warantee in a year, eventually it failed, dangerously, after speaking to BMW customer services I was given a total refund, if I bought another BMW so I paid the extra for the K1600, I got half way across France when the gearbox locked up, I pressed the optional extra emergency assist button.....guess what it did work!! After about an hour ON MY MOBILE I was picked up by BMW assit, they took me to a dealer, and just drove off!! I Waited for the dealer to open, as it was 5am and they took the bike in, said they'd need it for two weeks, so I provided with a vauxhall corsa to get me back to home,getting on the ferry took 3 hours because it was a French hire car!! So I was without a bike, for a month, when It eventually turned up( damaged repaired, with panniers missing!),I spoke to BMW customer services, they generously refunded me for my £350 for the emergency assist, an £5 for phone calls, but had no knowledge of the panniers? , this went on for over a month, I had a touring bike, damaged with missing panniers. I eventually after speaking to a legal representative I sent them a letter, 2 days later I received a phone call from BMW they agreed to totally refund me, only one proviso, I didnt go to MCN with my story. However they didnt mention youtube. I bought something else, but I will never entertain another product from BMW car, bike or otherwise, they don't even make there own scooters, they are regarded SYM scooters. So you waste your money. Don't say I didnt warn you.

[@fragu123]

I love how you managed to grow this channel with true passion and a lot of hard work.... stay safe!

[@daveco1270]

Beautiful bike. I like that they're going retro, but I wish they'd do a smaller version that was even more like the old 50's and 60's R series BMWs. Those vintage BMW's are some of the best-looking bikes ever made. If they could make one that looked like a 1960 R60 but with modern brakes and engine upgrades, I'd buy that in a heartbeat. That R18 is too much motorcycle for me

[@ronaldwhiting371]

I agree with you 100%, but if they want to compete with Harley and that so called Indian they had to go big. If the bike sells good perhaps they may put a smaller engine in that beautiful frame.

[@motorhead1933]

Even if the do you don’t buy it because you don’t have money dave7777

[@daveco1270]

@@motorhead1933 I like how you pretend to know how much money a complete stranger has in his bank account. : )

[@krollpeter]

A classic 750 cc but lightweight and with only essential electronics.

[@vromogata3807]

Bravo Christian...bravo again from a Greek friend in the States. Some people think they start something and its grown already... but your real lonely ride to the four ends of the world the cold days on the saddle and your sweat finally paid of... Bravo again keep it up...

[@kastatilim6597]

I have a R27 bmw 1960 model for last 30 years. Still love it. This is the same kind of classic bike. Will never get old.

[@philiproberts33]

Yesssss BMW!!!!! This looks the dogs bollocks,really clean with no clutter and classic lines! Never owned a BMW,I'm a Harley guy! But this thing may pull some business away from HD. One thing I will say is this would make a fantastic Sunday or weekend bar hopper but with no visible way to fit forward control's and the small tank i wouldn't want to cross countries on it. All the same hats off to BMW id be proud to own this bike it looks stunning 👌

[@roostfezza7563]

Good and entertaining video. Shame could not ride it yet. That would kill me! Keen to learn about its handling.

[@vietitalia]

BMW has made the exact cruiser I want to buy at the first sight.

[@Don8789]

Not my cup of tea. But the design is fantastic. Props to BMW for being different. That open shaft. First I did not like the exhaust, the look from the side seemed overdesigned. But now seeing it from te rear it is very special.

[@glennslatter2139]

Us short ass riders will love it .great review as always.

[@mereclander]

I hope this bike to succeed. It’s soooo cool. Great vídeo.

[@soorajsaikumar]

Looks like a oil painting to me, what a master piece... awaiting for the full ride review 👍🏽.

[@ardav951]

Simply the best video on the R18. Till now

[@AlvinFan1976]

This is a great first video where the fawning matches our enthusiasm for this bike. I think their decision to position the bike as a fully customizable kit is in itself very modern and exciting for custom shops everywhere. The stock itself is just a platform, where the market can participate in the creative expression that's unique for each owner. It's a brilliant strategy.

[@kellyco4139]

A beautiful and magnificent piece of machinery and a total joy to ride

[@LookattheBiggerPic]

I am completely with you in your great enthusiasm - that is a without a doubt a Collector's Dream! Much thanks for being the first (and Best) to share this amazing release with us! I also like the reverence with which you touch this ride while talking about it! Much thanks for all you do!

[@81722Les]

I agree this view also. I doubt BMW expects this to be a runaway hit. I am not sure they deep down believe it will be on the roads in droves, its a collectible, once its all sold up, they end manufacturing and it becomes an iconic release waiting for another 40yrs for a rerelease

[@MrAndrew1953]

It's been worth the wait - is that a 240 mm rear tyre. Torque reaction is great when you're taking off on a slope.

[@wrh152]

I love your reviews. For a non-native English speaker you do a fantastic job, and your enthusiasm shines through every time brother! Greetings from the UK. (Now how about a comparison of of the Tiger 900 and Africa Twin...?)

[@roadglide]

Beautiful bike. I likey. An optional pair of smaller round LED driving lamps on either side and slightly below the head lamp similar to the HD Road King. It gives more lighting for the rider and awareness to drivers. Love the solo saddle. Bike will be nostalgic for years to come.

[@autofanist]

Sounds electric. Can't wait to see the aftermarket in action.

[@subodhmahobe6913]

It's a really beautiful machine...

[@jacquesduplessis6175]

Oh Geez, that's so pretty, and that sound. I'd keep that vintage look exhaust too!

[@AbdulAllahAbuDaoud]

Who needs crash bars when you have cylinders like this!

[@scottherring8987]

Id put hiway pegs on it

[@myncp4729]

😂 🤭 😂 🤫🤫🤫

[@KMeyn]

But you do need leg protection. Banging your leg into one of those cans is not a pleasant experience.

[@AbdulAllahAbuDaoud]

Knut Meyn, I am in total agreement with you after breaking my left leg in a low speed accident on a Moto Guzzi V7. Those cylinders sticking out the sides can be like sledgehammers to parts of the rider’s body, especially the legs. On the BMW boxers it has been only recently that the models changed and the cylinders have been raised higher on the crankcase. Wether this is safer or not as safe I’m not sure, but I can tell you that I sold that V7 and would not own another. I did have a 1995 BMW R100R and on that model the cylinders are low down on the crankcase and I had no problems with it and felt completely safe riding it.

[@lakewoodsteve5028]

@@KMeyn But they offer warmth in winter & not too hot in summer!

[@anasshawa]

I just bought one and i can tell u I love it! BMW nailed it!! It also look much better in person!

[@jeffreyponting9524]

In the USA we like our cruisers.

[@MrPAULONEAL]

With the angle of the inside of your knee being less than 90°, there will be pressure on your ligaments if you go on longer rides.

[@chefhomeboiardee4574]

My knees hurt just looking at it.

[@ianwhunter1]

I think that you like this bike a lot, you cannot hide your enthusiasm - it shows all over your face. BMW learning from Triumph about modern Heritage and this bike looks fantastic - Rocket, BMW R18 or Road King - all three look classy but I think that perhaps BMW are out in front with this one. I certainly can't wait to try one out!

[@juanmartinkrapovickas7214]

Man i had an R--50 from 1957 wich i restored for more than 10 years, when you talked about what you feel in the bike. well i feel the same in mine from 1957! =) CHEERS ENJOY!

[@petercarlsson6606]

Great video. Love the passion, and the steady no nonsense camera work and lack of music. Good Job. And a gorgeous bike too.

[@manudorleans201]

Bye-bye GS, welcome R18 !!!!😁😉😉 Mega thanks for this video !!!

[@Judas114]

I own an Indian Chieftain and a ZX-6R. I may need to buy a third bike now. I'd love to hear that exhaust without the stock slip-ons.

[@jonnybegood4848]

-Fine compositions, beautifully shot in this presentation. It gave excellent looks at the machinery. Excellent job on that front! You have the enthusiasm of a boy which was very nice in this instance. I agree with like comments expressed that this is a design that will hold up well over the years.

[@SureshKumar-xy8zn]

That last segment with the bike running should be called "Shake, Rattle & Roll" ;). Looks lovely, I'm sure the ride will be too, looking forward to that review.

[@ElLebza]

I'm also not a cruiser guy but I am a sucker for the boxer engine. And I see it has that left shove inherent in all boxer engines. Love it.

[@michaelpibostherapyrecipes5699]

I'm an Indian Chieftain fan but this is the most beautiful bike I have ever seen... Ever!

[@martinkopera5170]

Best bike in a loooong time.

[@redstrat1234]

Beautiful piece of work

[@humanbeing1675]

I talked to a BMW dealer in my hometown in Germany. They have no show bike and can't offer test rides. Delivery starts in mid September. But... they already sold 30 of these bikes. Amazing.🤪

[@bfarm44]

Other than ether exhaust that is exquisite in my eyes. Only the price keeps me away but if I could I most certainly would. Absolutely stunning to me. I love the riding position with my back it’s perfect. 😍

[@sagarprasad2405]

Very Well Made Video Really Loved It

[@KevinofWessex]

its fricking amazing...

[@johnberenyi2501]

I love this guy's accent...he's a trip and made me laugh so hard with his passion for this bike.

[@rumo201]

Very good presentation 👍👍👍

[@CaptHollister]

What a beautiful bike. Being 1.84m, I still question the seating position, but I'll wait to try it before making a final judgement. In the meantime, I'll continue to be very happy with the seating position on my Moto Guzzi California.

[@Vilmir]

It's already a classic. But it's significantly more expensive than a 114 Softail once you add the necessary options... I will try it before ordering a 114 though.

[@stevemiller1203]

Thanks for the great review, had many bikes over the years and sold my last Harley a few years ago, this makes me want a bike again.

[@MauricioRafaelGonzalez]

Good review. Thanks for sharing and expressing your opinion, love the passion. Coolest cruiser around as well!

[@Kwhopperfan]

Love the unique exhaust that is original and the seating position is typical of boxers and transversely mounted twins like Moto Guzzi, like sitting in a chair with proper posture, very much like a Goldwing, just stand up or take a break if your knees bother you. I’m guessing butt will hurt long before knees.

[@piongletacharity889]

Great bike....I love it

[@breakoutpete210]

Beautiful motorcycle🖤😱🏍💨🔥

[@jazzysaravana]

Interesting stats from brochure, 1802cc, 91 hp Boxer Twin engine, Shaft Drive 158Nm at 3000 rpm Air/oil cooled pushrod engine 100mm stroke 345kg dry 9.6:1 compression ratio Optional Reverse gear

[@WaxMeister]

An instant "Classic"!

[@chrisredfield3240]

I think it looks fantastic (real badass)

[@harleycamper5577]

Good reveal. Better than the official hipster one. Was expecting you to take off on it tho.

[@bongmerced5842]

Hope that the side stand is directly attach to chassis frame ,not bolted in the engine . How the ground clearance ? Very elegant and big engine

[@zbigt.1004]

Nice bike, nice haircut!

[@silotx]

The leg warmers are very handy too!

[@jani9110]

Bmw engineers they've done really great job,only thing bothers me as you said too it is footpegs,but with this machine it is not easy to find spot for them. Great video thanks.

[@lancewingfield2259]

I currently ride a Harley, but I like all different makes/models. I would definitely entertain the idea of buying one of these. Something about the style just gets my attention, it's different, I like it ✌️.

[@dgomes265]

Love the exhaust in the R5 style. It is not an HD.

[@Jones-xx2gc]

I love it. What about a sidecar and an MG42 the ultimate accessories. Repicas of course.

[@exciter300]

Thing of Beauty! So Beautiful! I have to test drive this baby soon.... after Covid-19 Lockdown! Nice video mate!

[@stefanmirceastoica7548]

1st review of R18 on youtube.Good job!

[@StuHNomadBiker]

I was unsure at first when I seen it the other day .... but its growing on me more and more , especially the bobber version 👌🏻

[@spotlife2932]

It’s a fantastic bike and presentation very well

[@markmurphy1995]

Great review, I can tell you absolutely love it! 👍🏻 😍 I would normally never look at a cruiser but this bike is something special! Looking forward to your test drive as much as you are! 😁

[@sawsizza7835]

Love this bike and love this channel! Greetings from Italy, Romanian friends!

[@battler544]

It looks like they could have moved the foot controls forward a bit. I would be concerned about the knee angle on long rides. I have a vs 1400 Intruder, the furtherest I've ridden that bike in one day is 1200km. I had to keep stretching my legs forward to prevent cramping, and keep circulation going. I regard the Intruder very highly as a mileage eater, I don't think this bike is a long distance bike, but it will grab attention, and it is a very well engineered, good looking bike.

[@AridersLifeYT]

DAMN! thats one nice looking bike.

[@bradb.4570]

I HATE BMW styling, but they nailed this thing! Beautiful motorcycle

[@Manup2day]

Instant classic. 😎👌

[@HuBo485]

I’m an Africa Twin biker but this is a masterpiece. Maybe the rear fender?!? needs to see it in real but yes this bike is for life.

[@Heavywall70]

They have another fender available with a sprung seat like the triumph bobber which hugs the wheel very tightly. Looks better

[@Atlastheyote222]

That exhaust man. Holy hell

[@arkkitekktura]

The house looks interesting, can you give us a tour?

[@JamesAllmond]

I know this is wrong, but I have Ural Retro, a black one, with white pinstripes, with 70K mile on her (yes, well over 100k km) , runs great and every time I see the R18, I see my Retro. If the R18 came with a sidecar, I might be interested. but after owning 7, yes, 7 BMWs, we'll just say I've learned my lesson.

[@1funcar]

Damn! I just love everything about this bike - except for the mufflers and I’d prefer cast wheels.

[@christophervan6966]

You can't be serious

[@soulewh]

You can change out both, and the mags on it actually looks really good

[@1funcar]

Christopher Van I’m serious as a heart attack. There have been many others posing about these weird looking mufflers. About the wheels, I just prefer cast instead of wire spokes because they’re easier to keep clean. Your mileage may vary.

[@christophervan6966]

@@1funcar : Agree about the mufflers it's as though they are forcing you to buy the upgrades. Yes mags are easier to clean but this is an aesthetic bike and nothing is as pretty as a spoke wheel.

[@MrTonifumi]

Looks really high quality

[@NiklasAdv]

That's one meme-exhaust right there!

[@On2WheelswithDennis]

Incredible job they’ve done on this one love the look of it !!! And euro 5 compliant! Well done Bmw now I want one parked next to my 1250gsa !

[@PInk77W1]

That engine is amazing

[@1345Juan]

As always, nice video man! I can feel your passion when you're talking about motorbikes!

[@superjuppe1]

Haha.... Danke, du hast mich mit deiner Vorstellung mitgenommen. Du bist mit Herz dabei. Tolles Motorrad!!!

[@beans4491]

This is an amazing looking machine, i cant wait to go to the launch. Sir this video is so well presented and i love watching your videos....fantastic accent...kind regards.

[@gregducati999]

this is the first cruiser I actually think looks good, just wish they would have kept the upside down forks, and the exhaust from the concept,

[@MrToonfish]

The exhaust is historic in design but i do not like it at all 😕

[@deckyhermawan8586]

MrToonfish change it..

[@tcpiptv]

To me it looks too Art Nouveau rather than Art Deco of the period.

[@scottdierikx2343]

I ride an R1200RT, but I think I’d like one of these for days I’d want to go posing. I’d change the exhausts out though, they remind me of the little plastic soy containers you get with sushi 🤔

[@CholoMojica]

Blame EU4/5 for that

[@Heavywall70]

Cholo Mojica I guarantee the first American sales will get straight piped and sound absolutely vicious.

[@byronzeagler1557]

Beautiful motorcycle. Would not change a thing. I want one

[@silverwood6705]

That is one beautiful bike!

[@Boxer1250RT]

It is absolutely insane for BMW not making it available for a test ride after the release. What is the event for? "Come over and look".

[@geraldoramalho5816]

My dream........congratulations from Rio de Janeiro Brasil

[@kopatich100]

I glad to see happy persons like you)

[@VlADDer4721]

Amazing this BIG boxer!!😍

[@asturiancetorix2552]

I don´t like riding that kind of bikes, but damm, I would buy this one only to park it on my living room just to stare at it.

[@Ringer1982]

This bike is beautiful! On pair with the old Honda Valkyrie Rune in my chart of cruisers.

[@deepcow]

That’s a great looking bike.

[@Confluence323]

that is COOL!!

[@ad78]

Just got my 2020 softail slim and if you remove both engine they look a lot similar on styling

[@03flhtcui]

Thumbs up for you, because you are funny and very entertaining to watch! Looking forward to checking out the new R18 when it arrives stateside.