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BMW R 18 vs Harley-Davidson Road King Comparison

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

R 18 vs Road King Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsR 18Road King
Price22.45 L26.47 L
Power1802.0 CC1745.0 CC
ClassCruiserCruiser
Mileage17 KM/L17 KM/L
R 18
BMW R 18
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹22.45 L
Road King
Harley-Davidson Road King
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹26.47 L
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BMW R 18
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22.45 L
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Harley-Davidson Road King
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26.47 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.2
7.4
Design9.007.50
Performance8.008.00
Fuel Consumption4.006.50
Significance9.006.50
Safety9.007.00
Comfort7.508.00
Value For Money8.007.00

Specifications

Engine CC1802.0 CC1745.0 CC
Max Torque158.00150.00
Top Speed180 kmphN/A
No. of Gears6 Gears6 Gears
Starting MechanismSelf StartSelf Start

Features

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 Harley-Davidson Road King

Pros

  • Proper retro cruiser design
  • Comfortable ergonomics
  • Torque-heavy engine is a gem

Cons

  • Heavy in weight
  • Ride quality is a bit stiff
  • Lacks electronic aids

Verdict

The Harley-Davidson Road King is a bagger and offers solid road presence, on account of its sheer size. The Road King has been discontinued in India and one may find models in the used two-wheeler segment or through Harley-Davidson owners group but we recommend to stay clear of it. The new H-D Road Glide makes more sense as a full-blown bagger, if you do want to buy one!

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