BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Indian Roadmaster: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the BMW R18 Transcontinental (2022-present) and the Indian Roadmaster (2026-present), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: BMW R18 Transcontinental 91 hp, Indian Roadmaster 88.8 hp.
- Torque: BMW R18 Transcontinental 158 Nm, Indian Roadmaster 170.8 Nm.
- Weight: BMW R18 Transcontinental 427 kg, Indian Roadmaster 417 kg.
Key figures
Power hp
- BMW R18 Transcontinental (2022-present)91 (best)
- Indian Roadmaster (2026-present)88.8
Torque Nm
- BMW R18 Transcontinental (2022-present)158
- Indian Roadmaster (2026-present)170.8 (best)
Weight kg
- BMW R18 Transcontinental (2022-present)427
- Indian Roadmaster (2026-present)417 (best)
Full specs
| Specification |  2022-present Remove |  2026-present · 1890 125th Anniversary Edition Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Touring | Touring |
| Years | 2022-present | 2026-present |
| Engine | 1,802cc Big Boxer | two-cylinder at a 49° V-angle , 4 strokes Injection, 54 mm diameter Cooling system : by air knocked over 2 valves per cylinder 1,890 cc ≈ 90 ch (88.80 hp) 17.40 mkg (170.80 Nm) to 2,900 rpm |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Displacement | 1,802 cc | 1,890 cc |
| Power | 91 hp @ 4,750 rpmBest | 88.8 hp |
| Torque | 158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm | 170.8 Nm @ 2,900 rpmBest |
| Transmission | Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox | 6 stage gearbox , manual Secondary belt drive |
| Final drive | shaft | belt |
| Weight | 427 kg (wet) | 417 kg (wet)Best |
| Seat height | 740 mm | 711 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 24 LBest | 20.8 L |
| Front suspension | Conventional telescopic fork, 49mm, preload adjustable, 120mm travel (not a Telelever on this model) | 46 mm diameter telescopic hydraulic fork, Wheel travel : 119 mm (4.69 in) |
| Rear suspension | Twin-sided aluminum swingarm with single central shock, preload and rebound adjustable, approx. 119mm travel | Single shock absorber, Wheel travel : 114 mm (4.49 in) |
| Brake system | BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (linked front/rear), non-switchable | ABS |
| Front brake | Dual 300mm discs, hydraulically actuated, 4-piston fixed calipers | 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | Single 300mm disc, hydraulically actuated, caliper type not specified in sources | 1 disc Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), 2-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70 R19 | 130/80-17 |
| Rear tire | 180/65 B16 (2022-2024MY); 2025MY switched to an 18-inch rear, 180/55 | 180/60-16 |
| Quickshifter | No | Not available |
| Launch price | USD 24,995 (USA) | Not available |