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BMW R18 Transcontinental
BMW R18 Transcontinental
Standard
RM 198,500
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Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy
114
RM 137,900
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BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R18 Transcontinental and Harley-Davidson Fat Boy, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R18 Transcontinental priced at RM 198,500 while the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 137,900. Comparing the technical specifications, Harley-Davidson Fat Boy engine displacement is 1868 while the BMW R18 Transcontinental houses a 1802 engine.

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Overview: R18 Transcontinental vs Fat Boy

Brand BMW Malaysia Harley-Davidson Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 198,500 BMW R18 Transcontinental Price RM 137,900 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Price
Variant R18 Transcontinental Standard Fat Boy 114
User Rating 4.8 R18 Transcontinental reviews 4.69 Fat Boy reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Touring Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia Cruiser Cruiser Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1802 cc 1868 cc
Maximum Power 91 hp -

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DP RM 39,700 Installment : RM 2,319 x 84 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS DP RM 27,600 Installment : RM 1,611 x 84 Months VIEW APRIL OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.8/5
5 reviews
4.69/5
12 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Built for comfort and luxury

    The BMW R18 Transcontinental model created a buzz in the Malaysian market after its launch and to say every hype was true would be an understatement!...

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    isfahann Jul 14, 2025 for BMW R18 Transcontinental
  • Low ground clearance, Softail comfort

    Like most Harley-Davidson bikes, the low ground clearance of the Fat Boy means you need to watch your speed over steep driveways and speed bumps. If...

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    O
    Olivia Aug 22, 2025 for Harley-Davidson Fat Boy

From The Experts

Things we like

Gargantuan and royal road presence

Long-distance touring credentials

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Things we don't like

Cumbersome to ride in tight traffic conditions

Expensive to buy

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1802 cc 1868 cc
Maximum Power 91 hp --
Fuel Tank Capacity 24 L 18.9 L
Maximum Torque 158 Nm 155 Nm
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine 2 Cylinder, V-Twin, Air Cooled, 4-Valve, Milwaukee-Eight
Cooling System Air-Oil Cooled Air Cooled
Clutch Type Dry Type --
Bore X Stroke 107.1 mm x 100 mm 102 mm x 114.3 mm
Drive Type Shaft Drive Belt Drive
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke --
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhaust Dual Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder 2 2
RPM at Maximum Power 4750 rpm --
Fuel Consumption 17.8 kmpl --
RPM at Maximum Torque 3000 rpm 3000 rpm
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
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Dimension

Category Touring Cruiser
Length 2640 mm 2370 mm
Kerb Weight 427 kg --
Ground Clearance 183.5 mm 130 mm
Gross Weight 630 kg --
Height 1500 mm --
Seating Capacity 1 --
Width 970 mm --
Seat Height 740 mm 675 mm
Wheel Base 1695 mm --
Dry Weight -- 304 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Gear & Transmission

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

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Type Radial, Tubeless Radial, Tubeless
Rear Tyre 180/65 R16 240/40 R18
Rear Wheel Size R16 R18
Front Tyre 120/70 R19 160/60 R18
Front Wheel Size R19 R18

Chassis & Suspension

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

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Back Rest No No
Riding Modes Road Road Street, Road Street, Road
Shutter Lock No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Leg Guards No --
Central Locking No --
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
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Console

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

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Brake

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

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BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Fat Boy FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Fat Boy?

R18 Transcontinental is priced at RM 198,500 and Fat Boy is priced at RM 137,900. Hence Fat Boy is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between R18 Transcontinental vs Fat Boy?

The R18 Transcontinental comes with a ground clearance of 183.5 mm , on the other hand the Fat Boy comes with a ground clearance of 130 mm , hence the BMW R18 Transcontinental has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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From The Experts

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Things we like in R18 Transcontinental

Gargantuan and royal road presence

Long-distance touring credentials

Things we don't like in R18 Transcontinental

Cumbersome to ride in tight traffic conditions

Expensive to buy

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