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BMW R 18 vs Ducati XDiavel Comparison

Compare BMW R 18 vs Ducati XDiavel to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on BMW R 18 vs Ducati XDiavel; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

R 18 vs XDiavel Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsR 18XDiavel
Price22.45 L18.59 L
Power1802.0 CC1262.0 CC
ClassCruiserSports
Mileage17.80 KM/L18 KM/L
R 18
BMW R 18
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹22.45 L
XDiavel
Ducati XDiavel
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹18.59 L
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BMW R 18
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22.45 L
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Ducati XDiavel
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18.59 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

EMI Starting From₹66,612/month₹55,169/month
User Rating
8.2
8.7
Design9.009.00
Performance8.008.75
Fuel Consumption4.008.50
Significance9.008.00
Safety9.009.00
Comfort7.509.00
Value For Money8.008.00

Specifications

Engine CC1802.0 CC1262.0 CC
Max Torque158.00126.00
Top Speed180 kmph299 kmph
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears

Features

ABS- Yes
Traction Control & EBD- Yes
3 Riding Modes- Yes
Testatretta DVT (Desmodromic Variable Timing)- Yes
LED Headlight- Yes

Pros Cons of BMW R 18

Pros

  • Extremely stylish
  • Powerful boxer engine
  • Top-notch build

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Too heavy at low speeds
  • Pegs scrape around sharp corners

Verdict

The BMW R 18 is BMW Motorrad's answer to the heavyweight cruiser segment. With a massive boxer engine, beautiful retro-inspired design and gleaming chrome, the BMW R 18 has a lot going for it, and is a guaranteed head turner. If heavyweight cruisers are your thing, the R 18 deserves a close look!

Pros Cons Ducati XDiavel

Pros

  • Comfortable riding stance
  • Torquey motor
  • Loaded with electronics

Cons

  • Uncomfortable suspension
  • Expensive spares & service
  • Limited service network

Verdict

The standard XDiavel costs ₹ 15.87 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). So, if you're looking for a cruiser with looks that stand out, and with edge-of-the-seat performance, the Ducati XDiavel could well be that bike for you. But the only way to really describe the experience of what the Ducati XDiavel is - you have to get astride and grab a handful of that throttle. Life could suddenly get very interesting indeed.

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