I’m like you I really like the looks of it and the ride is great I just have a hard time getting used to those cylinders out there and sort of limited foot movement on longer rides

@MOTOBLADE

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'm sure if I bought it I could change it up with the pegs and modify it to work better, but for the price bmw charges, I'd think it should be a little better thought out from the factory.

@galatians22122

4 ай бұрын

I hear so many gripes about the Cylinder heads sticking out. People THATS WHAT MAKES THIS BIKE SPECIAL! Had BMW used a V-Twin well then you all would be saying its just a Harley wannabe. Well i can tell you now owning the R18B Its NOT A Harley. Harely riders double take every time one rides by. The Bike is an AMAZING MACHINE!

I own a 2022 r18 and the shifter is actually incredibly easy to adjust position to suite your liking for foot position. Takes less then 2 mins to do with the supplied tools that come with the bike. I had the same issue on test ride and the sales guy fixed it to my liking and it's been great since.

@MOTOBLADE

Жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT! Good to know. You'd think with all the demo rides that week they would've done that! Good to know it's a minor thing that can be easily fixed!

@mauricioalvasan

Жыл бұрын

i have a2022 r18 shifter is not problem i think this guy dont like bmw

@bobsullivan5714

Ай бұрын

@@MOTOBLADE YOU are a reviewer....Why didn't you ask?

@phillippugh2161

27 күн бұрын

@@mauricioalvasan the heel toe shifter IS is not as intuitive as a one on most Harleys in Indians that is a fact. . I just got off a 22 r18 b test ride with the floorboard and it was definitely a struggle initially after about an hour it did get a little easier but it is definitely tricky I had to position my feet in a weird cock eyed way and I ride a Harley ultra so I know about heel toe shifting

I own a r18b and at first I thought that heel shifter is the first thing that comes off. Then after riding it for a day or 2 it works really well so I left it on lol. Shifting isn't a problem at all on this bike

Nice video 👍 I noticed the heel shifter was high for your foot. Next time try adjusting the heel shifter. I just bought a 2023 R 18 B and was having the same issue when I went for a test ride. I had the dealer adjust the heel shifter and it was fine after that.

I thought the HD RoadGlide was the best touring bike out there, but the R18TC is amazing.

I love the horizontally opposed cylinders. It provides great character to an engine. My 2018 DCT GW was a great bike. Heavy as crap, but balanced. The BMW TC also is heavy, but the pull of opposing cylinders has more torque and pulls side to side much stronger than the GW. I ride my 2023 GSA, and my little 1250 engine pulls and rides great. Having half the weight of a GW and a TC, it better!

I own the same bike, negatives are: 1-Navigation sucks, I use a mounted Garmin 2-Mirrors are too small 3-blinkers won't stay on through the whole turn, constantly having to turn them on again and again 2-3 times each turn.

@MOTOBLADE

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info! Love hearing firsthand reviews from owners since I only get a short time with the bike.

@md12318

Жыл бұрын

@MOTOBLADE those are just the negatives. Positives are too many to list. I love this bike honestly, have had it over a year now with 14k miles and still going!

I've owned my 2022 R18 TC for several months now and, while I 100% agree on the shifter peg positioning, you DO get used to it. It becomes muscle memory after a while, but I can see that it would be a complaint during a demo ride. Also, I never go under the shifter pegs, I always use the soles of my boots on the shifter pegs and I've never had an issue with contorting my toe and heel to shift up and down when doing so, even when I was getting used to it. I'm a size 13 mens BTW. As for engine positioning, it's a traditional BMW boxer engine, you either love it or hate it. As for me, I've been riding beemers for decades now, so I'm well-accustomed to the natural riding position. However, there are highway pegs available that allow riders to stretch their legs out like a traditional Harley. Another note: Because this bike has reinforced footboards, it can take the riders full weight, meaning that you can stand up on the bike while riding, so if you need to stretch during a...stretch of road, just stand up and shake off the road rust for a moment. Overall, I'm extremely pleased with my purchase. Plus, there's an R18 online forum at (www) r18forums (dot) com that we all post at.

Hi good vid.. I’m an owner of one and it’s the best bike I’ve had the pleasure of owning been on a few tours know, I’ve come from the sports tourer side have test ride. Harley’s witch are awesome as well. But R18 Transcontinental lord me in when I was at my dealership. I’ve had no issues with the gear or rear brake position they are adjustable if needed, I was concerned when I first received her about that alongs coming of a bike with a quick shifter. But quickly got used to it and know it’s natural also I prefer the 90% position for control of the bike and have had no issues with her on long rides or in twists in mountain 🏔️ passes. Obviously I’m going to be a little biased but a do feel the Transcontinental is a over looked gem 💎 especially a equivalent Harly is around 10 Grand more. And for a bike BMW have clearly put the soul into and nothing cut and even heritage for a modem bike there is little in her way. Also as an owner I get a lot of bikers across the spectrum always asking or looking at her. Maybe I should keep it a secret.

@MOTOBLADE

Жыл бұрын

Good to know they are adjustable! Does that mean they are adjustable as they are, or new ones can be put on? I love hearing from bike owners because you guys have much better perspectives than I do when I get a very short time with the bike.

@stevoone342

Жыл бұрын

@@MOTOBLADE mainly adjustable. But I think I’ve see 3rd party ones that may be more forgiving for big feet. But like anything market responds to demand. I feel since we are a small ownership community some accessories may be slow thru the pipeline. Pros and cons

Looking forward to receiving mine within the next couple weeks thanks to your review

@MOTOBLADE

Жыл бұрын

Congrats man! Glad I could help!

@chrislalumiere4241

Жыл бұрын

Well I have finally been able to ride and must say after just 300 klm I’m loving this bike very glad I purchased it

I've had many touring Harleys and am a HD fan. Having said that, I prefer my TC. Agree with you--I prefer forward controls, but you get used to them and you can adjust them. I did add the leg rests over the cylinders which gives you highway comfort. Overall fit and finish is superb and the infotainment is the best I've ever had. Cornering is surprisingly agile due to the low center of gravity. Reverse gear comes in handy for a 900#+ bike. Luggage capacity is smaller than a similar HD and not detachable. Power equal to a stock Harley 114. Much better bang for the buck. CVO equivalent for a stock HD price or even less.

Great video. I have the Bagger and love it. I have the heel/toe shifter, which is great; they can and need to adjust the one you rode. With all the features, power, and ride, it's like the Rolls Royce of the motorcycle world. And it doesn't cook your junk like a Harley.

@MOTOBLADE

Жыл бұрын

Good to know it was just mine. I like the bike overall, that shifter was just horrible. Super clean, nice ride.

@MrRobertcan2

Жыл бұрын

Cook your junk ??? 😂😂😂 ty

I purchased that same bike. I loved the looks and it handled and ran fine but that shifting position as you pointed out is pure crap. If you ride with boots good luck shifting it. Also for some reason I could never get in a comfortable riding position. I dont blame the bike for this but because of it I traded it in on another bike.

I can agree with you about the legs position to be more relaxed and confort position!! About the shift!! well... can be automatic transmition!! and everything become more smooth!! and issueless!!

Nice bike, not practical for commuting or long rides. If you are tall, good luck being comfortable after a nice, long ride. Also, value wise, by the time you take this bike home loaded, you might as well get a new Goldwing Tour. You can't even compare and I don't work for Honda. Just a regular rider for 35 years now.

Man that paint looks awesome.

How heavy does it feel to stand up off the side stand?

hey man I am test riding one tonight, this has been the most useful review I have seen thank you

@MOTOBLADE

11 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Hope you had fun on the test ride!

Maybe some parts are missing on the gear pedals?

What do you guys think of the BMW R18 Transcontinental? Let me know in the comments!

@deankirkman7753

Жыл бұрын

I like the looks of it and the fit and finish looks great-I’m from Greensboro NC and our BMW dealership has some killer deal’s on them right now for sure !

@leeeby2719

Жыл бұрын

I like mine just very heavy. But great out on the road

I have a 2022 R18TC. The bike is great just very heavy. Coming to a stop you better be ready to balance the bike. At 940 pounds it can be a workout

The good are bad depending how you look at it is the dealers here in the states r having to cut thr price almost half so if your on the fence it's now a crazy good choice

@MOTOBLADE

27 күн бұрын

I wish I knew your dealerships! Seems like bike prices are going up everywhere around here, whether people are buying or not. Market is in the dumper right now, at least in my region.

@phillippugh2161

27 күн бұрын

@@MOTOBLADE my dealer is gateway Bmw st Louis. Crazy deals on r18. Let me just say most Bmw dealers are having to discount r18 s don't care where you live ..are there gonna have to eat them

Top speed of this bike .....?

Dont waste your time putting it in any mode but rock . The other modes suck 😮 . An yes the heel toe really is not that good compared to my ultra . But i did kinda get used to it after a hour

Not comfortable on long rides ... Can't stretch legs out the sitting position puts strain on back of the legs...bit too much vibration

I’d exchange the pannier speakers for storage in the lids. I rode one at a demo and agree the foot controls are bad. Shifters are adjustable but not sure about the brake. You didn’t mention how it vibrates so much over 3,000rpm.

No adjustable windshield, hot cylinders, crappy shift position and there is no way you will be doing highway pegs.

@internetcensure5849

Жыл бұрын

Naysayer, a HD bigot maybe?

@hotdog9262

9 ай бұрын

cold cylinders^^

@galatians22122

4 ай бұрын

I hear so many gripes about the Cylinder heads sticking out. People THATS WHAT MAKES THIS BIKE SPECIAL! Had BMW used a V-Twin well then you all would be saying its just a Harley wannabe. Well i can tell you now owning the R18B Its NOT A Harley. Harely riders double take every time one rides by. The Bike is an AMAZING MACHINE!

Encore un essai a la rabaisse. Aucune vue de la machine roulant, seule celle du guidon. On ne simprovise pas essayeur, surtout quand on est pas capable de comprendre un simple réglage de cale-pied ou de selecteur de vitesse. Des dizaine d'ingénieurs ont travaillé pendant des années sur cette machine et un incapable sans aucun diplôme la juge. C'est lamentable.

@marcthoffmann1

11 ай бұрын

boom

BMW only need to add two doors, two more wheels, and a roof and it will sell by the bucket-load to none-motorcyclists....Too much technology, too many gadgets, not enough cornering ability, too many electronics, too expensive. Yep, it's a BMW for sure....