I treated myself to the 2023 BMW R18 100th anniversary edition and I’m blown away by the bike ! Having owned 2 Harley Davidson cruisers over the years the R18 brings an entirely new level of cruising enjoyment. While I also own a K1100RS this is my first boxer, and I could not be more impressed by the smoothness and power. Kudos BMW Motorad 👍

I may be the odd one out. Watched the whole series and really enjoyed it. The insight into the design and access to the whole team plus the after parts folks was great. Seeing it take shape across two continents added something good too. Its not a Harley nor an Indian - its kept close to its routes and the prototype and its stunning. Yes, sure - would have like to see more but photography and lighting gave enough of a tease for me to want to see it in the flesh, whenever the world returns to normal. And now to start thinking of the order. Thanks BMW - "es war tol!"

@dennism1919

4 жыл бұрын

Nah, I enjoyed it too. In fact I have enjoyed the whole series. Hipsters, yeah - well whatever man! I don't judge. They are riders, so they are OK in my book. And I am sure we will in fact see much more of the bike. Which I happen to like. I can't buy one because I will never fit on it, the rider triangle is all wrong for me - But I like the bike. I was hoping that a tour model would be part of the group. Maybe later on down the road.

Awesome looking bike! Could have done with less of the 4 hipsters

What a reveal! Thank you for your effort to produce such an old-school product with so much style! Retro models from cars and bikes are always quite difficult and it's really a challenge to do it in point, but with this one you totally nailed it. This bike was a heritage project from the first second and I can clearly see that everyone in this project wanted to go all out with it, and this is what it needs when you do something like that. I think all the money, time and nerves that your team put into it will definitely be rewarded. The R18 is simply beautiful and perfect. Thank you very much!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tobias, for your kind words! We are so happy to receive such a great feedback! 🙂

I agree with the other posters. Too much about people I do not know and do not care about, not enough about the bike. BMW wasted a lot of money.

Skip to 5:30 to see the bike

@hannesgotze7214

4 жыл бұрын

Das ist kein Video in dem die BMW R18 so richtig vorgestellt wird.. Dies ist das Ende der Serie "A bavarian soul story" Man kann also nich erwarten, dass es von Sekunde eins ab nur um das Motorrad geht.. If you are not able to read this, Google translater will help you to find out what this message means.

@DrewBloughs

4 жыл бұрын

There's the hero!!! Well done.

@hannesgotze7214

4 жыл бұрын

@@DrewBloughs 👏🏼🤝

@shpstr

4 жыл бұрын

And put it on mute, then turn some of your favorite music on. Way nicer than listening to the fake excitement. Don't worry about missing the engine sound. That's all muffled by music in the original video too...

what a marketing disaster

Love the bike. Hate the hipsters.

Had to fast forward halfway through just to heart what it sounded like, even then it was muffled by all the music - just do a review of the bike, do the poncy stuff later

I hope the R18 side-car 😍!

the bobber styled one is just work of art 👍

Sadly the reveal was more about the people than the bikes.

@SeaMonkey137

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I hope that's not an indicator of the market their targeting with this bike. One good thing I saw was at least one model had tubeless tires, and it looked like they made the air intakes more robust. Now, if they don't price it over value it may be a good buy. But north of $18 or so the new Triumph Rocket 3 is strong competition.

@roadglide

4 жыл бұрын

It’s a teaser, enough hoping to get people to go see it and demo ride it.

@stevereilly

4 жыл бұрын

@@SeaMonkey137 I think the targeting is off, it;'s going to be middle aged blokes who buy this like most of the BMW sales, like myself :D

@Darkest_Soul_187

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly. This ain't 2 fast 2 furious, I don't give a damn about those people!

@Zee216

4 жыл бұрын

That was kind of disappointing

The German Harley 💪💪💪😍😍😍👏👏👏

the soberb old black BMWs are back!! Beautiful concept, engine exposed in large block, tank with 2 white painted stripes. elongated shapes but I think that none of these motorcycles had the same impact as the first one that won a beauty course. Her escape was more compact and beautiful. Handlebars were more robust and detail of the front fork referred to the old bikes. Stately motorcycles, success! now it’s time for the eyes to get used to the new lines.

video was more about "the guys" than the bikes---sorry "guys", just show the bikes off, not "how cool are we ", trying to be all hip and trendy ( bunch of posers I'm afraid!). Come on BMW, you don't need these I-wannabe-famous "guys" to promote your newest creation, let the pictures and real bikers do it.

@roadglide

4 жыл бұрын

dean morritt That’s BMW. That’s their niche. Harley has their thing, and they sell way more clothes than bikes. That’s life. Not for everyone.

@sadie63

4 жыл бұрын

Don't forget about the ladies. They know they are going to ride the bikes but show up wearing dresses then fast forward they change into jeans for the ride, how fake is that. Why not just show up ready to ride?

@sergejus7338

4 жыл бұрын

This is a videogame intro story. Just get used to it and hope there is more real live bike lovers in the digital future. Hands off, no fake domination!

@ginogina4589

4 жыл бұрын

The release timing could not have been worse.

@kalaga2k

4 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha

Suggest losing the hipsters, very 2017, bike is great though

@ehsan83

4 жыл бұрын

sorry I didn't understand what are you referring to here as hipster. could you explain more?

Love the bikes, when i saw them i was like hell yes. Touched my heart with the art

Looking cool in open face helmets, no chin when you crash, stay safe :)

Love the look and style of the bike but after that advert/video it’s really putting me off.... so the wrong image to associate with such a bike.

Absoluty beautiful, I like it! Great job BMW 💙

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙌

No doubt about it - a nice looking bit of kit!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your great feedback! 🙂

@8Jacob2

4 жыл бұрын

Can´t wait for your review ;o)

@dennism1919

4 жыл бұрын

@TheMissendenFlyer Hey... What are you doing here? LOL! Looking forward to your review of this beast, Sir!

Eine super Bavarian Soulstory!!! Ihr habt alle Lust auf dieses Bike gemacht und eine Gemeinschaft erzeugt. Und das Bike, auch wenn ich es bisher nur einmal in Garmisch gesehen habe, ist toll. Ich habe es heute bestellt!!!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Hoffentlich lässt du uns auch ein paar Bilder zukommen! 🙌😊

Very nice! Excellent job BMW! All made in Berlin I hope to keep it authentic!

I have 11 BMW motorcycles in the garage, a few custom made, a few classics from ruins brought to the perfection, this one is my target now :)

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

We're looking forward to a picture out of your garage! 😉

@markymark7824

4 жыл бұрын

@@bmwmotorrad send me your @ :)

So much talking and fake surprises. Everything is sooo staged, it’s embarrassing. Just show the damn bike ! That’s what we are here for.

@edwassermann8368

4 жыл бұрын

yes, EXACTLY. trashy reality tv show dynamics.

Nice job, BMW Motorrad, on this new bike and it does harken back to the earlier models. And in '75, when I was an American teen in Frankfurt, I saw a handful of old BMWs in the hands of Americans working over there and it was a big deal to them, a cool deal for them to be able to buy those old bikes economically and have them maintained by local German guys who were into old BMW motorrads. Of course, those bikes would be called classic or vintage today, and rightfully so, but back then, they were just cool old motorcycles. And for me, all these years later, it is a little surreal to see a new BMW look pretty much like an old BMW. Beautiful.

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robb! Great to hear that. 😊 We attach great importance to authenticity, pure emotion and typical BMW Motorrad DNA from our long history as we enter the cruiser segment.

From a current HD rider I’m thrilled to see this bike. It’s what the community needs, another great bike from a premier brand to throw a leg over and get into the wind, I would like to see and experience more.

I'm already choosing what parts I'd build mine with haha. Happy that it has turned out with some of the Original concept bike in her! I think I would try to replicate that as much as possible.

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Have you already tried the configurator: konfigurator.bmw-motorrad.de/index_de_DE.html#/configurator/0L11 What are your favorites?

@roadglide

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

Not a fan of the video, but I will look for the bike when we finally get to see more of it.

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned! There will be more videos and pictures soon!

Best bike BMW ever built...absolutely fantastic😃👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽✌🏽🇩🇪

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the great feedback! 😍 We hope to bring you some #MakeLifeARide spirit home these days. ✌🏼

I like when the designers of the bike talk about it. Then reveal it. Just saying. Stay safe everyone!

Who here is excited for the unveiling of this bike!!?

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Hello Saifty, we are! 😉

@Gilgamesh347

4 жыл бұрын

omg, omg, omg...

@johnhart7986

4 жыл бұрын

can not wait to see

@heist7189

4 жыл бұрын

Give this man a R18

@bonerfi9254

4 жыл бұрын

All the way from the Falkland Islands, way down south in the Atlantic Ocean. As far as I know, the southernmost S1000R owner in the world. Been following this for months and am chuffed to bits today is the reveal and that I'm actually home from work in time to see it!

I really like so much about all 4 models. Looking forward to a decent close up of each one. Awesome design BMW.

BMW just nailed it, i've been waiting for ages to replace my Suzuki m109r... looking forward to collect my R18 early next year.

@bmwmotorrad

3 жыл бұрын

Hello SBF. Oman 99600600, that's great. Make sure to tell us about your first riding experiences with your R 18. 😊

What happened to the inverted brake and clutch levers ????? ;-(

@ScotchKebabson

4 жыл бұрын

As far as I’m aware they didn’t pass safety regulations :/

Great job BMW! Can't wait for our staff to review one for our 330 million readers.

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your great feedback! 👍

@TotalMotorcycle

4 жыл бұрын

@@bmwmotorrad And thank you for re-making the cruiser again and in such beautiful mechanical simplicity blended with art; something only BMW could really pull off successfully.

The R18 is a hommage to the BMW Motorrad history. You find a lot of very nice details from the old models. Thanks a lot. Alles richtig gemacht. 👍🍻😁

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We're happy to hear that you like the new R 18. 😎 We hope to bring you some #MakeLifeARide spirit home these days. ✌🏼

I would get the base model and convert it as close as I could to the original concept bike (I understand that they had to loose the carb for emissions reasons and the bar end hinged levers etc) I'm amazed that they have been able to retain the exposed drive shaft. Loose the Muppets, lets see the bikes in detail, 30 secs on each bike would have good.

Wow!!!Impressive! Can't wait to test ride them! BMW, the Ultimate Riding Machine!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

We can't wait for your test ride report! 😉 Keep us informed!

The obvious elefant in the room is how to get a relaxed seating position for a long highway ride. Where can a set of highway pegs go, because it's too upright for any length of time.

@christopherdyer2046

4 жыл бұрын

Phillip Smith I would argue cause I’ve never been a cruiser guy, an upright seating position is more comfortable over a long ride. The leaned back posture kills my low back and tailbone

@phillipsmith6756

4 жыл бұрын

@@christopherdyer2046 I'm a GS rider with some decent rides outback. On the crash bars I have a set of highway pegs to get some stretch and change positions from time to time. The basic setup there is low, but long legs are going to have knees above the waist..... I cant afford one so it doesnt matter much :)

@christopherdyer2046

4 жыл бұрын

Phillip Smith I get needing to stretch the legs

@christopherdyer2046

4 жыл бұрын

Phillip Smith but I don’t think that bike will go far enough on a tank to need that you’d have to get off and stretch while you top off. I can see people with long inseam being uncomfortable though

Had to skip to see if they will feature the bike, got to the end and there was nothing about the bike, apparently it's a video about hipsters riding a bike😪

Congratulations, BMW. You have created something really special. I am anxious to see more! I know some folks are getting impatient but frankly I have enjoyed this series and the whole run-up to the reveal. The bikes themselves are beautiful, all of them. You can clearly see the old and the new in each one. How wonderful that you have been able to take these synergies and integrate them so seamlessly. Well done! I was hoping to see a touring model in the group but perhaps you are saving that one for later. I will be on the lookout for it. My only concern is the rider triangle. I'm a big guy (not fat - just sayin! HA!) with long legs and I am not sure I will fit. Of course, there is only one way to find out. I gotta go see and ride one!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Dennis for your great words! 😊 We will also pass the feedback on to our designers and engineers. The range of BMW Motorrad Original Accessories includes footboards and additional footrests, while the BMW Motorrad equipment programme has numerous options for adapting the R 18 to individual ergonomic requirements by means of various handlebars and seats. But as you said, it is best to test the bike as soon as it is on the market. 👍🤗

@dennism1919

4 жыл бұрын

@@bmwmotorrad Excellent to hear of the options. I currently ride a '14 Victory Vision. This bike is the comfort King, and it's been a dream to ride, but she's getting older. The R18 in touring trim could be what's next!

Yeah, there’s a fun factor involved and you have shown me! Thanks!

5 minutes of hugging, talking, acting. Doh!

Cheesy film but great looking bike.

Nice bikes! Love the black and chrome 💜 Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹 🍻

Niiice. It loose that concept long feeling but its more human approach. I grew up with bmw with my dad on rt’s and lt then he goes to harley... i loved harleys but felt in love with a r 1200 r. now it seems to mix all the 2 souls i grewed up with. It’s beauty finished, can’t wait to return to the real world and ride it. Take care all !

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that you like it! 😊

Seems like a lot of negative comments about the people being emphasized instead of the bike but riding is always about the bike and the people so I think this reveal emphasizes that and I like it. Part of why you ride a brand is the culture (people) of the brand.

beautifull, the best new classic!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that you like it! 🙌

It might not be a Harley Davidson, but it's going to make history on a "Boxer Motor Design". It's BERLIN manufactured!

This is A M A Z I N G !

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

We are pleased that you like it, Nicola! 🤗

Great roads, nice bike. Leaning towards the bobber style. I love my Victory XC Ness edition, but looking to add the new GS 1250

Vintage + Modern, Love it...waiting begins :-)

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

You don't have to wait! You can start configurating your own 😉: configurator.bmw-motorrad.com/index_de_BB.html#/configurator/0L11_80

@khajawasim4251

4 жыл бұрын

@@bmwmotorrad I've already done that & submitted my pre-order. Waiting for delivery 😀

One of the reasons why to ride a BMW or maybe some more of these NICE Bikes.

I need this bike 😍ASAP 🤠

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Hello there, definitely! 😉😎

Laced wheels, Bobber rear fender with the sprung seat, exhaust megs and all the chrome ... sign me up right now

I kinda missed the headlamp from the original concept....it was quite unique.

@zorrillaherrmann

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!!! 100% right

@turi-geza

4 жыл бұрын

I kinda miss the original concept all together. : )

@faizpm7365

4 жыл бұрын

Handle bar and clutch livers too..... !!

Like the bike but found A Bavarian soul story impossible to watch (Any of the series) due to the jump cuts and wobbly video. Please bring out a normal video without all the extra people and just show the bike.

Here is a bike reveal video where the bike is shown less than 5% of the video time. Sorry to say but advertisement tailored to the US market, which is probably the main target (harleys). No way this a German way of presenting a piece of engineering. Shame. Anyway, hope the bike is good.

@shpstr

4 жыл бұрын

You are right. I was curious, and for example BMW Germany (car division) or Mercedes Benz have a way nicer approach showing off their vehicles... Sure there are other things going on in their videos than just showing the car, but the percentage is probably inverted. 90% car, 10% other stuff.

The ape hanger one gets me everytime

What do you all think? I love it! It’s the cruiser that BMW has always wanted to take a big hit against the Harley market that they never could do with their R1200C!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

You can't blame BMW for trying to create more buzz and expand their market segment. BMW was traditionally a bike that appealed to older touring bike riders,....then they created the dual sport categort with the original R80GS,.....and in 2009 they rolled out the S1000RR. Both intended to expand market share. In recent years, virtually all brands have declining sales,......EXCEPT for BMW whose sales have been up year on year. Yes, this is a beautiful take on BMW's roots with modern engineering,......that said,......it is another effort to expand the appeal and saleability of there ever expanding product line up; I personally feel they will finally have a successful offering that will compete with other dominant big cruiser bike manufacturers. BTW, Allen/Alan who showed up a bit later with the door knock is the owner of "Revival" Cycles in Austin, TX who built the second show bike called the "Birdcage" to showcase the new BMW R18 engine. Video showing the build of that bike is here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/rIOWj6iQXZm8YLg.html&goal=0_47bab08116-0aaa63be9c-138473865&mc_cid=0aaa63be9c&mc_eid=5ce0245dc3&fbclid=IwAR2wiZ_oQJW3ZDM2i3gN8VJ0XY4X_Rhvhao754WtMDWy-6m7XWvHwEtN3Lk

I like that floating seated R18

the pure one just stole my heart. cant wait for it to arrive at the local dealer and take it for a spin.

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear that! Please keep us informed about your first experience! 🙂

@uleiosu4582

4 жыл бұрын

i will! the problem is that the last 2 bikes i took for a spin are now in my garage...

@thetechnobasefan1161

4 жыл бұрын

Uleiosu I don’t know you, but I like you !

This is a version of "The Voice"....the so called talent show. It is about the judges ( including those who kick the buttons with their feet), not the contestants.

Great work BMW!!!

I looked forward to the reveal, but sadly the first 8 minutes of this video is a complete waste of time. You finally get to see more of the bike starting at the 8 minute mark, but the entire video still looks too much like the majority of Harley commercials...more about the people and their biker costumes than about the bike. I will now go back and binge watch the COVID-19 music video parodies. At least they brighten up my day during Shelter-at-Home.

The Bike is cool. I still want to see a substantial front and rear fender kind of like my '53 R/51/3 had. The fenders that are on it dont look functional. It looks like it's there only for looks. Otherwise the Bike is a jewel in every way. Call me old school, but my 1953 had s special kind of Class about it that not only looked good but was functional also. I never was into apes on any bike, I like a bike that will do what it was designed to do and that's provide the rider with many pleasurable miles, regardless if it's a short trip or a long one. Rain or shine. A trip to the local grocery store or across the state to get into a change of weather. That's my idea of riding a motorcycle. Simplicity and fun. BMW knows how to do that. That is a monster engine on this bike. I doubt if my R/51 had 40 hp, but it was fun to ride every time I got on it! This one has way more than mine, but it should still be fun to ride. I would definitely like to take it for a spin and see what it's made of and maybe even take one home, but mine will have functional, stylish fenders on it. Not any wannabes.

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Hello David, thank you for your feedback and input. 👍

Damn.. they really good actors

Pretty bike, well done, impressive engine, awesome accessories. But the biggest doubt: - Is the ridding position realy good for a cruiser bike? Is it comfortable to legs? We need to ride.

The seating position on these bikes looks like you're on the toilet

Beautifully executed. Nice sound. I likey. Priced right should do well.

The best bike of the century!!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback! Happy that you like it! 😀

@salvatorefilograna

4 жыл бұрын

@@bmwmotorrad Thank you for creating this absolute work of art, I have been expecting it for a lifetime !!😊👏👏👏👏🍾

2020 - BMW is Harley, Harley is Tesla, and internet full of smartasses and haters.. I like the story - great video, great bike!

Awesome work on this one guys, can't wait to take one out for a ride!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, AJ! We are looking forward to your test report! 👍🙂

Crazy❤

I think it is a cool looking bike. I have a GS that I have had for 6 years (last of the air cooled Rallye models) and I love the character of the boxer engine. I’m 6’3” and I do wonder what the riding position will be like. The R9T is tiny and just doesn’t work for me. I do wonder about the front of my legs brushing against the engine. Only one way to find out. I really want a ride! I have enjoyed this series. Are they a bunch of posers? Yes. Am I jealous that I didn’t get to travel the world with them? Yes. Keep doing your thing BMW Motorrad!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Derek for your feedback! You are welcome to take a test ride as soon as the bikes are at the dealers. 👍😉

Looks like the 'Macho, Macho Man", leather clad dude from The Village People found his new ride...Terrific.

All about image, manufactured cool.

Nice bike, but the last section of the exhaust is ridiculous. The only negative issue of the project. Congrats!!!

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your honest feedback!

I think the video was beautifully done. Well produced and some fantastic shots of the bike. Most reviews are/will be the same ol' helmet mounted GoPro shots with the rider rattling off brochure specs. You all did a fantastic job imo, and the individuals made it more "fun". 👍👍

Wow those bikes were gawjus really like them 😃🏍️💜 top 1 😀 north of England Uk

still not sure about the exhausts .... but loving the general apperance of the bike. Already pondering how to set it up for long distance trips >

@lynneswinkels6885

4 жыл бұрын

and wondering what SW is going to get setup for that

Now from what I understand, this is all just 1 model... there is also a more American style cruiser and a tourer to be revealed? very exciting! I certainly hope that the passenger seats aren't an optional extra...

I freaking love it!!!!

I really hope a (spoked) 21" front wheel will be an option, along with a single seat.

@anilberiya2354

4 жыл бұрын

i also want this but as being a cruiser bike maybe possible 2 seater

I like the bike (except for the weird shaped muffler). The script that they got these people to act out was probably the suckiest that I have ever seen.

Beautiful Motorcycle! I can not tell if someone who is tall, say 6'2" will be able to sit comfortably on this bike? Foot pads are right in front of the cylinder head, so not much room for adjustment, anybody know?

@nokoolaid

4 жыл бұрын

Doubt it. It made for stubby legged cruiser riders that want to bar hop.

@bmwmotorrad

4 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that you like it! The range of BMW Motorrad Original Accessories includes footboards and additional footrests, while the BMW Motorrad equipment programme has numerous options for adapting the R 18 to individual ergonomic requirements by means of various handlebars and seats.

Wow, this entire piece completely missed the mark. Awkward to watch.

@MacMackAir

3 жыл бұрын

After the Harley reveal ads giving bikes to celebrities it was easier, more sophisticated. Makes me ponder widening my garage door to get those jugs through.

About bloody time no plastic pimped out 90s shit back the the roots!

Holy moly indeed.

I have for tree months THE R Nine t Srambler , this bike is also very very nice. THE clip is very nice

Hurry Up ! 😉👍🏻

Nice looking ride, great to see that they put past tid bits in but in my opinion put out a new R 5 and I would go for it over the R18. Just my two cents worth

BMW trying to hang out with the cool kids like Triumph and Harley Davidson 😂

The badge says it all!

Best Motorrad in the World. BMW Korea, did you see the bike? Bring it to Korea.

These look way better than any Harley. Then again I'm under 70 years old so I guess that excludes me from Harley's target demographic.

I'm so glad that the one with the Ape Hangers has Mag Wheels

Just like a press launch, only missing the powerpoint presentation.. Great looking books!! :)