BMW R18 Classic
BMW R18 Classic
Standard
RM 154,500
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Ducati Panigale V4
Ducati Panigale V4
Standard
RM 172,900
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BMW R18 Classic vs Ducati Panigale V4 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R18 Classic and Ducati Panigale V4, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R18 Classic priced at RM 154,500 while the Ducati Panigale V4 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 172,900. Comparing the technical specifications, Ducati Panigale V4 engine displacement is 1103 while the BMW R18 Classic houses a 1802 engine.

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Overview: R18 Classic vs Panigale V4

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1802 cc 1103 cc
Maximum Power 91 hp 215 hp

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DP RM 30,900 Installment : RM 1,805 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 34,600 Installment : RM 2,020 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.46/5
13 reviews
4.59/5
29 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Old-school powerhouse for highway cruising

    I always wanted to ride a classic bike that blends retro styles with modern techs. That’s why perhaps the BMW R18-Classic appealed to me the most!...

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    J
    Jebat Jul 14, 2025 for BMW R18 Classic
  • A machine beyond the limit of the average rider

    Most of my life, I’ve ridden Japanese cruisers. After turning 46, I was on the lookout for something different and iconic, and I’m happy to say...

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    D
    danny Sep 01, 2025 for Ducati Panigale V4

From The Experts

Things we like

Flamboyant design

Very powerful engine

Excellent Riding modes

Six-speed driving system

Latest security features

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Smashing premium design

Mind-boggling performance and handling

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Things we don't like

Expensive ride

Heavy and bulky motorcycle

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No pillion seat

Harsh ride quality

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1802 cc 1103 cc
Maximum Power 91 hp 215 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 L 17 L
Maximum Torque 158 Nm 124 Nm
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine 4-Cylinder, 4-Valves, Liquid-Cooled Engine
Cooling System Air-Oil Cooled Liquid Cooled
Clutch Type Dry Type Wet Multiplate And Slipper Clutch
Bore X Stroke 107.1 mm x 100 mm 81 mm x 53.5 mm
Drive Type Shaft Drive Chain Drive
Compression Ratio 9.6:1 14.0:1
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhaust 4 into 1 into
No. Of Cylinder 2 4
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valve Configuration DOHC --
RPM at Maximum Power 4750 rpm 13000 rpm
Fuel Consumption 17.8 kmpl --
RPM at Maximum Torque 3000 rpm 9500 rpm
Injection Type -- Electronic Fuel Injection
Emission Control -- Euro 4
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
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Dimension

Category Touring Super Sport
Seating Capacity 2 --
Width 964 mm 806 mm
Wheel Base 1731 mm 1469 mm
Kerb Weight 365 kg 198 kg
Height 1397 mm --
Seat Height 710 mm 850 mm
Gross Weight 560 kg --
Length 2440 mm 2105 mm
Dry Weight -- 175 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System -- EFI

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Showa BPF Fork
Suspension Travel(Front) 120 mm 120 mm
Suspension Travel(Rear) 90 mm 130 mm
Rear Suspension Swingarm Swing Arm

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 180/65 R16 200/60 ZR17
Front Tyre 130/90 R16 120/70 ZR17
Rear Wheel Size R16 ZR17
Tyre Type Tubeless Tubeless, Runflat
Front Wheel Size R16 ZR17

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 26 Ah --

Gear & Transmission

Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed
Transmission Type Manual Manual

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Leg Guards No No
Stability Control No Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Launch Control No --
Central Locking No --
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Riding Modes Road Road Race A, Race B, Sport, Street Race A, Race B, Sport, Street
Shutter Lock No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
Advanced Safety Features -- Ducati Wheelie Control,DTC, DSE Ducati Wheelie Control,DTC, DSE
Engine Immobilizer -- Yes
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Side Stand Indicator No Yes
Speedometer Analog Analog Digital Digital
Display Screen Yes Yes
Navigator No --
Oil Change Indicator No Yes
Tachometer No Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Fuel Gauge -- Digital Digital
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Electrical

Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Indicator Light Yes Yes
Adjustable Headlights Yes --
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED

Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Type Double-cradle Double-cradle Front Frame Front Frame
Side Wings No Yes
Chrome Garnish Yes No
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Aluminum alloy Aluminum alloy
Electronic Suspension Adjustment -- No
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control -- No
Height Adjustable Seats -- Yes

BMW R18 Classic vs Ducati Panigale V4 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R18 Classic vs Ducati Panigale V4?

R18 Classic is priced at RM 154,500 and Panigale V4 is priced at RM 172,900. Hence R18 Classic is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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