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BMW R 18 vs Triumph Thunderbird 500 Comparison

Compare BMW R 18 vs Triumph Thunderbird 500 to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on BMW R 18 vs Triumph Thunderbird 500; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

R 18 vs Thunderbird 500 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsR 18Thunderbird 500
Price22.45 L17.16 L
Power1802.0 CCN/A
ClassCruiserCruiser
Mileage17.80 KM/LN/A
R 18
BMW R 18
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹22.45 L
Thunderbird 500
Triumph Thunderbird 500
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹17.16 L
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BMW R 18
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22.45 L
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Triumph Thunderbird 500
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17.16 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.2
N/A
Design9.00-
Performance8.00-
Fuel Consumption4.00-
Significance9.00-
Safety9.00-
Comfort7.50-
Value For Money8.00-

Specifications

Engine CC1802.0 CCN/A
Max Torque158.00N/A
Top Speed180 kmphN/A
No. of Gears6 GearsN/A
Starting MechanismSelf StartN/A

Features

Instrument ConsoleNA No
OdometerNA No
SpeedometerNA No
Fuel GaugeNA No
Start MechanismNA No
Hazard Warning IndicatorNA No
Stand IndicatorNA No
Tripmeter CountNA No
Tripmeter TypeNA No
TachometerNA No
Low Battery IndicatorNA No
Gear IndicatorNA No
Low Fuel IndicatorNA No
ClockNA No
Service Reminder IndicatorNA No
Pillion Seat TypeNA No
Remote KeyNA No
Cruise ControlNA No

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!

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