BMW 's boxer cruiser R18/2 is getting closer to production
- Nov 18 2019 16:22 PM GTM
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At the end of the 20th century, the Bavarian motorcycle manufacturer was trying to enter the cruiser market. However, the BMW R1200C didn’t live up to expectations. Even the appearance of a motorcycle in the James Bond film didn't help. BMW Concept R18 and BMW Concept R18 / 2 can change everything.
The BMW R18 / 2 is equipped with an 1800 cc twin-cylinder liquid-cooled boxer engine. The exact performance figures are currently unknown. The power unit has already been used in various projects: Departed - Custom Works Zon (Japan), Revival Birdcage - Revival Cycles (Austin).
The second version of the BMW R18 / 2 is much closer to the production model. It remains to hang the turn signals and mirrors. And the motorcycle is ready.
Other features:
- cast steel wheels 19/16;
- steel exhaust Hattech (Germany);
- red metallic paint;
- bullet-shaped fairing;
- cantilever rear suspension.
The BMW R18 / 2 concept also demonstrates the flexibility of the new powertrain and suspension in terms of customization. The Bavarians finally want to conquer the world of customization.
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