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BMW R18 Transcontinental
BMW R18 Transcontinental
Standard
RM 198,500
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Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited
Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited
Standard
RM 202,900
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BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW R18 Transcontinental and Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW R18 Transcontinental priced at RM 198,500 while the Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 202,900. Comparing the technical specifications, Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited engine displacement is 1745 while the BMW R18 Transcontinental houses a 1802 engine.

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Overview: R18 Transcontinental vs Ultra Limited

Brand BMW Malaysia Harley-Davidson Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 198,500 BMW R18 Transcontinental Price RM 202,900 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited Price
Variant R18 Transcontinental Standard Ultra Limited Standard
User Rating 4.8 R18 Transcontinental reviews 4.77 Ultra Limited 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 1745 cc
Maximum Power 91 hp -

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DP RM 39,700 Installment : RM 2,319 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 40,600 Installment : RM 2,370 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.8/5
5 reviews
4.77/5
13 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

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 1745 cc
Maximum Power 91 hp --
Fuel Tank Capacity 24 L 22.7 L
Maximum Torque 158 Nm 155 Nm
Engine Type 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine Twin-Cooled, Milwaukee-Eight
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
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
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 3250 rpm
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder -- 2
Lubrication System -- Wet Sump
Valves Per Cylinder -- 4
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Dimension

Category Touring Touring
Length 2640 mm 2600 mm
Kerb Weight 427 kg --
Ground Clearance 183.5 mm 135 mm
Gross Weight 630 kg --
Height 1500 mm --
Seating Capacity 1 2
Width 970 mm --
Seat Height 740 mm 740 mm
Wheel Base 1695 mm 1626 mm
Dry Weight -- 398 kg
Oil Tank Capacity -- 4.7 L
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- CDI
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 180/65 R16
Rear Wheel Size R16 R16
Front Tyre 120/70 R19 130/80 R17
Front Wheel Size R19 R17

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 Yes
Riding Modes Road Road Touring Touring
Shutter Lock No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Leg Guards No Yes
Central Locking No --
Launch Control No No
Engine Check Warning -- Yes
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Console

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

Brake

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

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control -- Yes

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BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited?

R18 Transcontinental is priced at RM 198,500 and Ultra Limited is priced at RM 202,900. Hence R18 Transcontinental is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between R18 Transcontinental vs Ultra Limited?

The R18 Transcontinental comes with a ground clearance of 183.5 mm , on the other hand the Ultra Limited comes with a ground clearance of 135 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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