Author Topic: BMW R18 (Read 7127 times)

chicco · « **Reply #100 on:** September 25, 2020, 03:18:58 pm »

Quote from: 2StrokeDan on April 13, 2020, 03:51:37 pm

Quote from: Oshkosh on April 12, 2020, 06:25:16 pm
Interesting Review!!
https://youtu.be/B5ap-8Md3Pg

Yip, those pods.........always in the way.

And maybe the reason why it wont sell.

KaTooMatt · « **Reply #101 on:** September 26, 2020, 09:12:26 am »

I don't get the excitement on start up it sounds like every other BMW boxer motor. It is not exactly a stirring sound like that of a V twin. Even a Hardley in all of its tribulations at least has a sound that stirs the soul.

I grew to the sounds of the Guzzi Le Mans in its various guises and the 900ss of my father or the 600 pantah of my mother. exciting. Her R100RS was a great bike for going to Durban on holiday but the sound could never be called stirring.

Seroiusly BMW motors even large ones sound dull.

2StrokeDan · « **Reply #102 on:** September 26, 2020, 11:00:33 am »

Quote from: KaTooMatt on September 26, 2020, 09:12:26 am

I don't get the excitement on start up it sounds like every other BMW boxer motor. It is not exactly a stirring sound like that of a V twin. Even a Hardley in all of its tribulations at least has a sound that stirs the soul.

I grew to the sounds of the Guzzi Le Mans in its various guises and the 900ss of my father or the 600 pantah of my mother. exciting. Her R100RS was a great bike for going to Durban on holiday but the sound could never be called stirring.

Seroiusly BMW motors even large ones sound dull.

Like halved a Beetle, sort of?

Also a public liability, possibly, if you consider that every few milliseconds a piston is heading outward on it's compression/exhaust strokes at high speed. What if that pod goes, or the conrod breaks?

Cracker · « **Reply #103 on:** September 26, 2020, 11:05:26 am »

Rather get a foot knocked off than your balls from a V.

2StrokeDan · « **Reply #104 on:** September 26, 2020, 11:08:17 am »

Quote from: Cracker on September 26, 2020, 11:05:26 am

Rather get a foot knocked off than your balls from a V.

It will have to be a Ducati or KTM, a Harley piston will lose momentum 4 inches out the barrel.

bud500 · « **Reply #105 on:** September 29, 2020, 03:36:43 pm »

Topics merged

chicco · « **Reply #106 on:** September 29, 2020, 05:21:47 pm »

so who got invitations to the launch?

AntVan · « **Reply #107 on:** September 29, 2020, 07:13:50 pm »

Quote from: chicco on September 25, 2020, 03:18:58 pm

Quote from: 2StrokeDan on April 13, 2020, 03:51:37 pm
Quote from: Oshkosh on April 12, 2020, 06:25:16 pm
Interesting Review!!
https://youtu.be/B5ap-8Md3Pg

Yip, those pods.........always in the way.

And maybe the reason why it wont sell.

Does look a bit cramped. I'm not a cruiser guy, also not tall, but the dichotomy of a cruiser-like seat and handlebar while having your knees propped into your face does seem uncomfortable, especially for spherically-shaped guys (like me).

Gérrard · « **Reply #108 on:** September 29, 2020, 07:19:06 pm »

This is more a Bobber on steroids.

luv2ride · « **Reply #109 on:** September 29, 2020, 08:02:28 pm »

I can see what inspired the design team

Herkules · « **Reply #110 on:** September 29, 2020, 08:03:47 pm »

Quote from: 2StrokeDan on April 08, 2020, 12:29:14 pm

R300 000 is one helluva lot of money for a bike that will do nothing really well at all.

A superbike handles incredibly well, it performs well and it stops well.

A adventure bike does tar and dirt fairly well.

What does this thing do?

Just cruise?

And, be,,,, well, not that attractive.

Supersizing, the Yank way.

chicco · « **Reply #111 on:** September 29, 2020, 08:09:23 pm »

Anyone received invites to the launch this week?

2StrokeDan · « **Reply #112 on:** September 29, 2020, 08:51:30 pm »

Quote from: chicco on September 29, 2020, 08:09:23 pm

Anyone received invites to the launch this week?

I have removed my postbox till this blows over.

bud500 · « **Reply #113 on:** September 30, 2020, 09:18:30 am »

Quote from: chicco on September 29, 2020, 08:09:23 pm

Anyone received invites to the launch this week?

Yes, not going.
I don't mind cruisers, they fit my 'athletic physique'.
But if I was in that market I would buy a HD Fatboy for less than half that price.

ROOIKOEI · « **Reply #114 on:** September 30, 2020, 05:30:09 pm »

When is the launch ?

chicco · « **Reply #115 on:** September 30, 2020, 05:37:14 pm »

Quote from: ROOIKOEI on September 30, 2020, 05:30:09 pm

When is the launch ?

Anyone is free to take advantage, just e mail them.

Dear Chicco Mcstudmuffen,

We are excited to officially invite you to our Regional BMW R 18 Roadshow. We'll be visiting BMW Motorrad Retailers across the country, giving you the chance to see the much anticipated and undeniably breath-taking BMW R 18 up close - don't miss your stop on the map.

Retailer Roadshow Stops & Slots.

For your safety and peace of mind, the Closed Room VIP BMW R 18 Showcase experience will be limited to 6 one-hour slots per day with no more than 10 people per spot.

Gauteng
Venue: BMW Motorrad Centurion
Date: Thurs 01st, Fri 02nd & Sat 03rd October 2020

Kwa-Zulu Natal
Venue: BMW Motorrad Umhlanga
Date: Thurs 8th , Fri 9th & Sat 10th October 2020

Booking slots start at 09:00 and end at 16:30. Spaces for this exclusive event are filling up fast - please RSVP to book your spot:

We can't wait to get this show on the road. Get ready for the pure-emotion, stripped-down, raked-out, hand-built BMW R 18 motorcycle.

Should you have any event-related queries, please contact our dedicated Guest Liaison on rsvp@r18roadshow.co.za.

Fudmucker · « **Reply #116 on:** October 05, 2020, 04:49:50 am »

I was in Bavarian for some other business.
The COVID compliance officer asked me if I was going to the reveal.
First I had heard of it.
I went to the spot but was stopped by a guy from Motorrad SA who asked where I was going.
I said I wanted to go to The Reveal.
He said it was "invitation only" and was I on his list?
I said "No - can I get onto the list?"

He took one look at me in my T-shirt, shorts and sandals and did nothing.
I spotted the somebody I knew from the dealership and asked him.
He apologised and said it was a Motorrad SA event outside his influence or control..
So I bought the parts I needed, had coffee with a friend there and left.

The R18 will NOT be on my Santa shopping list, Motorrad SA (and yes, I CAN afford to buy one!)
Your marketing strategy on this one sucks !

pwt · « **Reply #117 on:** October 10, 2020, 02:38:25 pm »

Attended the reveal today @ BMW in Umhlanga, Durban. Build detail and finishes are extraordinary, unfortunately not my cup of tea but nevertheless, absolutely beautiful
Few pics:

DUSTRIDERS · « **Reply #118 on:** October 10, 2020, 05:26:49 pm »

Pricetag on it perhaps?

pwt · « **Reply #119 on:** October 10, 2020, 08:19:46 pm »

Quote from: ChrisL - DUSTRIDERS on October 10, 2020, 05:26:49 pm

Pricetag on it perhaps?

Did ask but didn't really pay attention to the reply, somehow remember in the vicinity of R340k base price, they received their stock yesterday and I was told that they already sold (and paid for) a few units