BMW R18 First Edition
BMW R18 First Edition
Standard
RM 149,500
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Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS
Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS
Standard
RM 100,770
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BMW R18 First Edition vs Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R18 First Edition and Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R18 First Edition priced at RM 149,500 while the Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 100,770 . Comparing the technical specifications, Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS engine displacement is 1352 while the BMW R18 First Edition houses a 1802 engine.

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Overview: R18 First Edition vs 1400 GTR ABS

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1802 cc 1352 cc
Maximum Power 90 hp 152.8 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

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13 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Purposeful and beautiful machine from BMW stable

    If someone asks my view about this model I would say this is indeed a commendable BMW model. I admit this is a decent edition from the brand but...

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    Alexis Apr 08, 2024 for BMW R18 First Edition
  • Decent quality liter bike from Kawasaki

    I have chosen this unpretentious litre bike which has been whole heartedly greeted by host of bike lovers so far and they are highly satisfied with...

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    timon Feb 15, 2024 for Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS

From The Experts

Things we like
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Intimidating road presence

Performance

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Things we don't like
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Slightly dated

Pricey

Low-speed manoeuvrability

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1802 cc 1352 cc
Maximum Power 90 hp 152.8 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 16 L 22.0 L
Drive Type Shaft Drive Shaft Drive
Cooling System Air-Oil Cooled Liquid Cooled
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine In-Line Four Cylinders, 4-Stroke 16-Valves with Variable Valve Timing DOHC, Liquid Cooled
Maximum Torque 158 Nm 136 Nm
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhaust Single Exhuast
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
No. Of Cylinder 2 4
Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.7:1
Bore X Stroke 107.1 mm x 100 mm 84 mm x 61 mm
Clutch Type Dry Type Wet, Multi-Plate
RPM at Maximum Power 4750 rpm 8800 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 3000 rpm 6200 rpm
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
Lubrication System -- Wet Sump
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Dimension

Category Touring Touring
Seat Height 690 mm 815 mm
Height 1126 mm 1345 mm
Gross Weight 560 kg --
Kerb Weight 345 kg 305 kg
Length 1630 mm 2230 mm
Ground Clearance 170 mm 125 mm
Wheel Base 1731 mm 1520 mm
Width 964 mm 790 mm
Seating Capacity 1 2
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- Digital
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Gear & Transmission

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

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 R19 120/70 ZR17
Front Wheel Size R19 ZR17
Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Runflat
Rear Wheel Size R16 ZR17
Rear Tyre 180/65 R16 190/50 ZR17

Chassis & Suspension

Rear Suspension Swingarm Uni Trak
Suspension Travel(Rear) 90 mm 136 mm
Suspension Travel(Front) 120 mm 113 mm
Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Inverted Fork

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Central Locking No --
Wheel Lock Front/back No No
Back Rest No No
Leg Guards No No
Riding Modes Road Road Touring, Road Touring, Road
Stability Control No --
Traction Control No --
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
Advanced Safety Features -- K-Act ABS K-Act ABS
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Console

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

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Height Adjustable Seats -- Yes

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BMW R18 First Edition vs Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R18 First Edition vs Kawasaki 1400 GTR ABS?

R18 First Edition is priced at RM 149,500 and 1400 GTR ABS is priced at RM 100,770 . Hence 1400 GTR ABS is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between R18 First Edition vs 1400 GTR ABS?

The R18 First Edition comes with a ground clearance of 170 mm , on the other hand the 1400 GTR ABS comes with a ground clearance of 125 mm , hence the BMW R18 First Edition has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is R18 First Edition vs 1400 GTR ABS dimension size comparison?

The R18 First Edition dimension are 1630 mm length, 964 mm width, 1126 mm height while the 1400 GTR ABS Dimensions are 2230 mm length, 790 mm width, 1345 mm height. Hence the 1400 GTR ABS is more longer more wider and more higher.

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