BMW R18 First Edition
BMW R18 First Edition
Standard
RM 149,500
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Harley-Davidson Road Glide
Harley-Davidson Road Glide
Special
RM 211,900
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BMW R18 First Edition vs Harley-Davidson Road Glide Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R18 First Edition and Harley-Davidson Road Glide, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R18 First Edition priced at RM 149,500 while the Harley-Davidson Road Glide Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 211,900. Comparing the technical specifications, Harley-Davidson Road Glide engine displacement is 1745 while the BMW R18 First Edition houses a 1802 engine.

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Overview: R18 First Edition vs Road Glide

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1802 cc 1745 cc
Maximum Power 90 hp -

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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  • Retro styled cruiser from BMW brand

    These days many bike enthusiasts are widely getting inclined towards different tempting options from BMW brand. Hence, I also explored their showroom...

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    judah liew Dec 03, 2025 for BMW R18 First Edition
  • The best speed car for roads in Malaysia

    Every ride on my Road Glide feels like a big deal. It's been all over Malaysia. The bike is big, but stable, so it's great for going on the long...

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    Raden Jul 22, 2025 for Harley-Davidson Road Glide

From The Experts

Things we like
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Superb road presence

Extremely comfortable

Lots of torque 

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Things we don't like
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Heavyweight

Engine heating

Costs the earth 

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1802 cc 1745 cc
Maximum Power 90 hp --
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 L 22.7 L
Maximum Torque 158 Nm 150 Nm
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine 2 Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air Cooled, Milwaukee-Eight Engine
Cooling System Air-Oil Cooled Air Cooled
Clutch Type Dry Type --
Bore X Stroke 107.1 mm x 100 mm 100 mm x 111.1 mm
Drive Type Shaft Drive Belt Drive
Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhaust Dual Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
RPM at Maximum Power 4750 rpm --
Fuel Consumption 17.8 kmpl --
RPM at Maximum Torque 3000 rpm 3250 rpm
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
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Dimension

Category Touring Touring
Seating Capacity 1 2
Length 1630 mm 2430 mm
Kerb Weight 345 kg --
Height 1126 mm --
Width 964 mm --
Wheel Base 1731 mm 1625 mm
Gross Weight 560 kg --
Seat Height 690 mm 695 mm
Ground Clearance 170 mm 140 mm
Oil Tank Capacity -- 4.9 L
Dry Weight -- 372 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Wheel Size R16 --
Front Tyre 120/70 R19 --
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Radial, Tubeless
Rear Tyre 180/65 R16 --
Front Wheel Size R19 --

Gear & Transmission

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

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 120 mm --
Suspension Travel(Rear) 90 mm --
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork --
Rear Suspension Swingarm --

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Leg Guards No Yes
Stability Control No --
Traction Control No No
Launch Control No No
Central Locking No --
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Shutter Lock No No
Riding Modes Road Road Touring Touring
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
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Console

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

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

Brake

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

Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Type Double-cradle Double-cradle --
Side Wings No No
Chrome Garnish Yes No
Seat Type Single Seat Single Seat Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Body Frame Material Steel Steel Steel Steel

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control -- Yes

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BMW R18 First Edition vs Harley-Davidson Road Glide FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R18 First Edition vs Harley-Davidson Road Glide?

R18 First Edition is priced at RM 149,500 and Road Glide is priced at RM 211,900. Hence R18 First Edition is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between R18 First Edition vs Road Glide?

The R18 First Edition comes with a ground clearance of 170 mm , on the other hand the Road Glide comes with a ground clearance of 140 mm , hence the BMW R18 First Edition has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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