Darcy and Ol'Man, I bought a 21 First Edition R18 today and traded my Harley. Your review here and and other videos describing the R18 with high praise made me purchase this bike. I agree with everything you said, and as a tall rider myself, this bike fit me very well. I love the bike-it really is that good. I can see now why you bought one over the other options you were considering. Before buying, I was looking at the criticisms of the bike, and was about to pass it up when I watched your vid. I'm glad I watched this a few weeks ago-this bike is great. For those wondering if the cornering clearance is bad or whatever-trust me, its not. Its a wonderful machine. I honestly think its the best cruiser to ride, and look at. Thanks for making me aware of this beautiful bike.
Thanks very much indeed. Like anything different from the ‘norm’ it takes an open mind to understand it. I love mine and I’m certain you’ll love yours 👍🏼👍🏼
Been rinding Harley several years, and did pre-order Lowrider ST earlier this year, and I was waiting to taking a delivery on this if it was still going to happen this Summer. BUT somehow, the universe was clocked in and unknown willpower made me to test riding a R18 bagger. And I smiled ! What a feeling…that had me to return back to the dealer right next day and took a teat ride again on R18 classic. Now I owned one ! 👍👍👍
@@petergrundy8081 I suggest you go ride an R18. I have just today test ridden both the Lowrider S 117 and the R18. I had a Lowrider on order but had not been able to ride one until now (limited demo’s available). I rode both bikes over the same course and I have now changed my mind. I have cancelled my Lowrider order and am now negotiating a 2021 R18. The Lowrider has no LED turn signals, no cruise control, no heated grips, bugger all visibility from the standard mirrors and I found it to be uncomfortable (I’m 6’). The R18 was much more comfortable and felt more planted on the road. Oh, and the R18 can now be purchased in NZ for a better price than the Lowrider.
"If you don't like the exhaust pipe, you have no taste". This is exactly the sort of one-eyed, judgemental and frankly wrong journalistic comment I like you for the most.
Deutsche Technik. Ich habe eine R18 Limit Edition gekauft und meine Harley verkauft. Das war die beste Entscheidung. BMW ist Flugzeug Technik, Harley ist Landmaschinen Technik.
This is the perfect cruiser. Stunning-looking. And I love the exhausts, too. Make sure you keep an eye on the oil level. I'm sure you know about boxer twins' oil consumption when new.
6'4"+ Aussie version of the Ol' Man here, and loving my R18 Deluxe......... purchased after watching many videos, of which I found yours to be the most informative. No problem with height or leg room (mine has floorboards and heel-shift) With an English wife, we make occassional trips to the UK to visit her family. If I ever need an escape from the in-laws, I may have to hit you up as a ride partner through that glorious countryside, with dual grey beards catching the breeze ! 😁😁
Honestly, & without sounding like I’m kissing your arse, or pissing in your pocket, but I couldn’t have written a better review! Every single point was spot on, from its deceptively light handling to it’s beautiful chrome exhausts! It’s just perfect in every aspect! I’m the same, absolutely no regrets whatsoever! I just rode mine from my central Victorian home down to Melbourne which is around 100 miles in your language each way, & it was brilliant! Aside from our late autumn, verging on winter type weather here in Australia. Smiled all the way down, dropped the R18 in for its second service, met my son for brunch. Picked the bike up early arvo, cruised back home smiling all the way! Great unbiased OWNER’s review!🤣👍🏼😎🇦🇺
You’ve summed up the R18 very well 😎 it’s a beautiful amazing piece of machinery . I’m a Young fella like yourself and I’ve ridden and owned Many bikes over the years and I cannot remember ever enjoying a bike as much as I do my R18 . From the minute I get on it I’m Smiling and My smile just grows the more I’m riding it and yes it has the torque of a Mack truck and is a pure joy to ride . Thanks for your great accurate review
I am still a Huge Fan of the original Concept R18. I took a photo of that Motorsickle out of a magazine and hung it on the wall to admire long before the actual Concept Motorsickle was unveiled . Still Dreaming to own one. Looking very forward to the CCM reviews. You Meet the Nicest People on a Honda Valkyrie. Keep the Shiny Side Up
Over 3k miles on it and owned since dec 2021 and I love this bike. You just need to put some miles on it and it will grow on ya.... The only con is the damn seat.... It is like sitting on a wooden stool... Yup butthurt about that t...q
Bahnstormer Alton showed their endless generosity to me once again by lending a '24 plate R18 to me while my '22 R1250RT awaits a new rear tyre. I agree with much of what is said in this vid, but for a few big reasons I cannot wait to return it and get my RT back. The R18 seems to be lacking some essential goodies - mainly, suspension that can cope with road irregularities. The model I have has the single seat, and regardless of what mode I had it in, it punished my back over every bump and dip, manhole cover and road marking. It is incredibly uncomfortable compared to the RT. No fuel gauge, no cubby holes, no wind protection, disappointing silencers that mute the magnificent engine too much, and a dismal speedo. I realise minimalism is the keyword on this extremely well built machine, but I would love a TFT dial that can show the red line. The speedo can give you a digital RPM read out, but that's nowhere as good as something you can glance at, as opposed to having to refocus my old eyes to read the numbers. One thing that disturbs me - woe betide a passenger that allows a loose boot lace/scarf/ bell bottoms get near the exposed drive shaft. That seems to be madness, although I guess chain drive bikes pose a similar risk. I do wonder how long the UJ being exposed to all weather will last, especially with the amount of grunt the motor pushes through it. Finally, the lighting has room for improvement - awfully small, albeit bright rear lights, and if I owned one I'd add a couple of spots to the front end. Bike of this length would benefit from a couple of side mounted driving lights as well. Horses for courses - I understand your love for this machine Ol' Man, and of course, we're all different, but when it comes to comfort, I dare you to ride an RT for a couple of weeks - you'd understand what I'm respectfully saying here. I've had a few Beemers in the last 40 years, from a R650, R900, 3x3 R100RS (I absolutely love those!), r1200RT and now my R1250RT. Brilliant engines all, very reliable, good fuel consumption, easy to work on, and always innovative. These days they're even painted well!
Your reviews always make me smile, love your straight talking to the point comments and no BS attitude , as for your observations on TFT screens etc , I'm with you on this, TFT's are all information overload, all I want to know when out on the bike is how fast I'm going , engine RPM, how much fuel I've got (or not) and what gear I'm in, I don't need multiple modes, mobile phone access or GPS etc, my view is if I wanted to look at a screen I'd stay at home and watch TV.
Finally, someone that really understands the R18 power plant and how to properly short shift the bike and use it's maximum torque to good effect on curvy roads. Actually being ridden as it should, like a cruiser, not a rice rocket or a sport bike. Gentle on and gentle off of the throttle, riding and accelerating/decelerating SMOOTHLY!
What I like most about my R18 is the number of appreciate comments it gets! Being honest, I'm a dull person with an unremarkable life - and this bike makes me appear interesting and successful. It's a kind of surrogate personality, in a way. ; - )
This black bike with chrome looks classic and amazing and also suits you. I own the 100 years edition model and just replaced my exhaust with the Dr jekill and Hyde.
I have the Transcontinental and 3 items that make it better than other bikes: Hill start control, Adaptive cruise control and reverse gear. These bikes are Art in Motion.
I got the Classic 2 weeks ago (second hand) . Wing and a prayer - I saw the launch on line and was gob smacked. I have only seen one in the flesh from about 50 Meters away in 2 years. Now I have 500km's on it. Its a learning curve but its chill. I am hitting corners at similar speeds to my KTM 790 but I am finding I want to slow down, but the bike is fine the slow down is me. I am not hitting the tell tail on the floorboards (neither did the previous owner). I am really a sailor (racing and Cruising) and I am just starting to understand heavy cruisers. Went into town today 1st & 2nd gear, the throttle response is sooooo smooth - the Honda and KTM are no where near as compliant. This bike is bit of a joy really. Gets up to licence lost speeds fast enough. I have used the reverse and its brilliant, CC is on all my bikes and This also has HSC. Thousands less than a HD. So far very pleased. Yes its art - Industrial art at is finest.
I was torn apart between buying an R 18 or a GS Adventure, which I both test rode this week. I realised that my head wants the GS, which is really perfect when it comes to riding. You jump on it, and suddenly you don't just see the asphalted roads as the possible way, you suddenly see every field track and dirt road as equal options, and I immidiately left the road and pushed it over some muddy, slippery farm tracks, and it felt so stable and gave me so much confidence (I'm a beginner who got the license just a year ago). Great fun. Then I tried the R 18, and it was a whole different experience. Focussed back on the normal roads and no thought wasted about going offroad, which was a bit of a bummer, but after a couple of hundred meters I fell in love with the feeling the bike gave me. Like a steam train, with low revs all the time but immense power like a bull anyway, it was eating up the landscape like it never wanted to stop again. The sound, it just put a smile on my face. The feeling of stability and indestructibility - no flimsy plastic parts, that make you think "how will this look after five years being exposed to the sunlight?", just awesome. Long story short, I was really struggling inside which decision I shoud make. Head or heart? Your video convinced me to make my inner child happy and listen to what my heart really desires - the R 18. Thank you for helping! :)
You got me emotional with your comment! That’s exactly what I had gone through. I purchased both. The R18 100 years and a GSA Trophy. I just hope I be able to pay for both. Both on PCP (-:
❤im,seventy years old, just bought a r18 been on bikes since i was sixteen, the quality on this bike is fantastic ive owned many bikes including honda rune,goldwings triumphs and harleys the cant match the r1800 for build quality . This is a pure motorcycle
100% agree with you! your opinion is sincere and you perfectly transcribe what we feel on the handlebars of this bike. excellent video again. the proof: you convinced me to buy it (though I had an HD breakout!) and I've had it since last Friday! I love my R18!. thank you so much ! keep it up! quality work !
I've owned a lot of bikes. That's an acute understatement. Two years ago, I added the R18 Classic to the stable. Two years later, sold the other two ponies and just have the R18. I don't need all that gadgety stuff. Embracing simplicity and minimizing unnecessary complexity, we can often achieve greater clarity, elegance, and effectiveness in our journey.
Agree with you, the R18 is a brilliant bike, love mine. Everything on it is beautifully made and with care. It’s comfy, it’s torquey and it is seriously stylish. The whole bike is a work of art.
Thank you for this review. You definitely know your topic and you have good taste. I am looking at this bike since a while… Anyway, thank you again. I would love to visit your beautiful country on a bike one day. And oh man, some comments here 🤦♂️ Best wishes!
I have the R18 Bagger. It’s so easy to ride and since buying it in October last year, haven’t regretted it once. Used to ride a 2008 Triumph Rocket, a real beast in comparison.
I have just purchased a R18 from Wollaston and traded in an R9T scrambler. I took a test ride before buying and knew straight away that I wanted it? I would suggest that anyone wishing to purchase one knows what they are getting into? You cannot go out with other riders on Sports bikes and expect to keep up? However I have no regrets and find the bike has so many positive aspects particularly the torque delivery! i am getting well over 50mpg which is not a lot less than the R9T I think that your review is on the money!
I love that you love the R18, it's great when people love their rides. It's not to my taste, and I hate look of the tail pipes (so I must have no taste 😝). Does it have a a speed shifter? I never had one before I got my Triumph Rocket 3, and now I'll never own another bike without it. Hardly any use of the clutch required!!
I love the perspective on TFTs on bikes. I took my R18 Classic hugging the coastline along most of Connecticut last weekend and I enjoyed the view from the bike. The speedometer gets out of your way and allows you to focus on what is beyond the bike. Riding somewhere just to grab a bite where you don’t normally spend time is perfect on the R18. I ended up in a marina with several boats still in dry dock before the season starts and got a lobster roll in northern Connecticut before heading back home south. One key thing to avoid scraping pegs is adjusting the preload correctly. I’ve ridden my R18 quite aggressively well over the limit on twisty roads and haven’t scraped. The one time I did scrape I really tried going thru a roundabout. Friends who left their R18s on the shipping position did scrape easily, so adjust it to your weight & it handles far better than any 800lb bike should!
@@rickyprovalone1913 the windshield is fine. It could be a bit taller for me as I’m 6’3” but it keeps a lot of the cold off my body. I’ve ridden mine down to 20F this past winter. I got the Classic as the screen was easily removable. It will come off in warmer weather as I prefer the look and airflow to keep you cool. I only use windshields on my bikes for cooler weather riding.
Hola! Thanks very much for your work. Must have watched the R18 vids a 100 times and now i owe one! Definitely the best review channel there is. Just about the things we are interested to hear from a biker perspective, no non sense. I don't miss a video now. Thanks again and greetings from Ibiza. Alejandro.
Your videos are worth watching just for the scenery! 👍 Big cruisers aren't really my bag but I'd like to try the R18 to experience the torque. I like the torque characteristics of my Street Scrambler but that's like one cylinder on the R18! 😂. I must admit the finish looks premium. I don't know why the Triumph R3 doesn't have a reverse gear, a bit of a faux pas from Triumph on such a big machine IMO
Very tempted to trade my Bonneville T120 in on one of these. Also, have the HD brand on my mind. Tough call. Hell, the T120 is so great I am not sure why I’d replace it. Great video, love the scenery and your review all around. Love the outtakes! Good stuff. 😂
Purchased a ‘23 R18 100 Years Edition, 40 mile ride home and half way there decided to sell my T120 Diamond Edition, seemed to me the R18 was a better Bonneville then the Bonneville. Took the T120 out of winter storage, prepped it to ride, and within 3 miles knew I couldn’t sell it. The R18 and the T120 are different to one another, R18 a true cruiser, the T120 a naked classic. The R18 solid, torque laden, lower, substantially heavier, and, as with the T120diamond, absolutely gorgeous. A rolling piece or art. The T120 nimble, flickable (in comparison), quicker reving, and just plain fun to ride as a relatively lightweight British twin should be. I’m fortunate enough to be able to own both so can’t see selling the T120 any time soon. Not sure that’ll make your decision any easier, the rape occurring at HD dealers will probably put you off to that brand unless you have a high tolerance for financial pain. I strongly suggest you determine what your motorcycling priorities consist of, test ride both the R18 and T120, and come to your own conclusion. If forced to choose I would not part with the R18, it is soooo uniquely different to anything else out there and far superior to any of the 3 Harley Davidsons I’ve owned (BTW I like HD’s). Choose wisely and ride long, hard, and well. Cheers.
Nice Ride! I am from Germany and I did saw your review of the Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster. It changes my decision from the Bobber to the Speedmaster. I just got my Drivers License a week ago, and I am so happy with the Speedmaster. It is so comfortable to drive hours and hours! The R18 is the same kind of Bike, just a bigger Bike. Because of the nice Boxer Engine it is not possibility to create a forward footpegs. But I for me the knee angle is very important, because of Arthrosis. Thank you for your Reviews and all the work that comes with it. I with you always a good journey!
I never have liked BMWs sticky-out horizontal cylinder engines, but the R18 is stunning. If I wanted a cruiser that big I would be tempted, but my Speedmaster manages to be both 'small' (for a cruiser) and have the comfortable ride/position of a cruiser, without really being like a cruiser hehe. When it comes to these 'pleasure' machines, though, there is so much that is subjective and personal, there really is no 'right' choice or objective 'best'.
Totally agree about nonessential gadgets. The one thing I wish I had on mine, however, is ABS. Learned that in an emergency breaking situation. The bike stopped quickly alright, but not the way I had hoped, if you know what I mean.
Congrats for your bike, Im your follower frontis the other side off the world and buy my rninet after your review because Im taller too, (6.2”) and Want to drive and buy r18, congrats again for your channel, bike and reviews
I don’t miss a single review, I’m searching for an upgrade and your channel is making it easier for many people to decide. I also love it when you throw in a little humor too !!
"The exhaust pipe is a work of art; if you don't like it, you have no taste." LOL ! ! ! Chocked on my coffee laughing when you said that ! You owe me for laundry ! LOL ! It is a beautiful machine, no question, but I clearly have no taste as I am not crazy about the looks of the pipes and they are probably the only thing I would change. . . . And I always prided my self on my good taste . . . oh well.
I will not repeat my comments I made on the previous excellent videos by the Ol' Man, and especially on previous one of BMW R18 bike. This is simply great continuation of excellent, normal, intelligent, direct and honest reviews that are very unique in the reviewers world. Thank you very much for all your work. I am not following your channel regularly, nor any other channel, but from time to time I return and see if some bikes you reviewed catch my interest (and BMW R18 always will). Based on your first review I tested the bike myself and the same way like you, I was, and still I am, (completely) caught. Your description that the bike got caught in your head and that it still sat there until you bought it seems very familiar to me :) With one exception, I am still waiting for the right kick but I know it sits there and I will never be able to get the wish to have it, to ride it any time I want, from my head. The only reason I still did not buy it is that I like my Indian Scout (surprisingly the most suitable position for tall guys from all Indian lighter models, i.e. Scout and Chief range) and I still did not decide to invest another money to the second bike. I am fighting with all this in my head more than a year, but I know that one day I will buy it... Thanks for your work for all taller guys out there!
Thanks very much indeed. We have just filmed a video with the R 18 and Harley Davidson Softail Standard, which you definitely will find interesting. Should be up tomorrow (we’re just waiting for a link from our sponsor). Darcy rode my R18 straight off his Harley and remarked how tremendously torquey it felt! 👍🏼
I remember when this bike came out that I saw it as a work of art. Perfect review despite the outtakes. I’m going to Bala at the end of the month so might well stop at the Rhug Cafe on the way. Cheers for the tip 👍
It is pretty. But Honestly your Harley was gourgeous and very though looking. Which fitted you like a glove. This bmw is more elegant for sure. The most important thing is that you fell happy about your purchase. Dosnt matter what anyone else thinks. Everyone has his own tastes for sure. Cheers.
Looks like a lovely bike. However! I'm continually frustrated by the limited fuel range on bikes like this-my 1966 BSA Spitfire with UK spec 4 gallon tank has a significantly better fuel range for instance.
That’s a really good point, particularly as doubling the fuel capacity on this bike would make little to no difference in felt weight. And at an already mighty 350kg, what’s another 10kg, especially as the bike carries its weight so low.
An interesting nostalgic mix of art deco and vintage streamliner that BMW have really nailed. Amazing looking machine. Agree, TFT screens 🤢Isn't that why we ride bikes, to get away from our gadgets?
Hello, I bought a R18 and was interested in buying the Twinstripes leather jacket from BMW to complete the look, would you recommend it for protection or do you think it is too light in that department? Thank you very in advance. Best, Fabien
How do you campare this one to classic with 16 inch wheels. I ride a 2005 soft tail springer classic. The reverse would be wonderful. I'm boxer familiar and 95 gspd my other.
Great review. Absolutely love the look of these bikes. Sat on one at the dealership but was a bit intimidated by it’s size. With the engine sticking out like it does it felt like I was sitting on an aeroplane 😎. Might have to book a test ride 🤔
Great video, love how you’ve captured the sound so well ( that as rider you hear). The whines, clicks, whirr, roar under acceleration. It’s an amazing bike. I have one. It stands on its own it’s not a HD. Art Deco heavy cruiser.
I've heard so many reviewers, you included I think, complaining about the kick stand on Harely's so it's good to see a big cruiser with a proper stand. As for a reverse, I wish my Versys Thou had a reverse sometimes and it's considerably lighter than an R18.
@@jayteesgear I must say that the new Nighster and Sportster looks awful. Haven’t ridden them yet but they must be trying to appeal to a completely different market
This is the cruiser I’d buy if I had a spare $25k. It still sounds great stock. I’m not even sure why you’d want to have hearing damage from super loud pipes.
Bala used to have a great cafe in it where they’d stick bread and butter and a pot of tea on the table before you’d started, because obviously you’ll be wanting that…that was about forty years ago though when I was a kid so I don’t know if they’d still do that or even if it’s still there! But I love north wales. Family from there, used to go on hols to Blaenau Ffestiniog and went back there with my family recently, to penmachno near betws-y-coed. Love to watch your videos for the bikes and the scenery!
I have Indian Scout If I chance to a bigger This could be perfect. Slow speed handling is quite easy🤔 . Riding toistuessaan what about lean angle problems 🤔. Ride safe🇫🇮
Great to see a longer term review, picked mine up from Vines in Guildford a couple of weeks ago having had a Breakout 114 and Street Glide Special. The current deals on the First Edition R18 and R18 Classic are hard to ignore! Adjusted the rear preload after I got home and it only scraped on my second ride when I wanted it to. Agree with your review, for me it falls into the category of ‘better than you’ll ever believe but no one will ever believe you’. It looks better in person than in pics and vids and the fit and finish is incredible.
Another very enjoyable video. Really like the R18, and I’m with you re the pipes, very stylish with a nice tone. Lovely big simple clock with all you really need in it. Well done, look forward to the next one. Just one small observation, Snowdon isn’t the tallest mountain in the UK, that would be Ben Nevis! 😜 It is however, I believe, the most beautiful!
This bike isn't well received in the U.S. Here in Pensacola Florida they were offering $6,000.00 off the sticker price just to move them. Glad you appreciate yours. I think they are a handsome machine but are definitely not for everyone.
Beautiful bike ☺️ id like a small screen for gps, im not a fan of mounting my expensive phone on handlebars and cooking it in the sun 😹 but id still want a tachometer needle, in a perfect world id take 2 small round guages with a tach and one tft 😹
Excellent review 👍 I'm planning to get myself a cruiser too but I'm torn between BMW r18 and Indian chief bobber dark horse. Can you do a review in the future of Indian chief bobber?
Thanks for the video! A fantastic motorcycle! I totally agree with you when it comes to exhaust pipes. Keep them! If you MUST have a louder sound, buy another set, drill them out., Get the louder sound - but keep the pipes. Otherwise I am very happy with the videos you post. I learn something and it is good entertainment.
The truth of the matter is BMW cannot give these bikes away. They are heavily discounting them with both dealer rebates and finance incentives. They produced way too many of them. There’s a dealer in Chicago where you can buy a brand new one, after all rebates and incentives applied, for around $10,000. BMW really miscalculated with this product. It seems to be a nice bike by most accounts. I think for BMW however, it’s not going to be good for their bottom line…
I agree with what you have stated for the most part. If you're referring the to the bike at Motoworks Chicago, it's used, not new and $10,995, not 10k. That said I did purchase one as I feel they're a great deal.
i like the idea of the classic look but i my opinion the original design is a lot better i'll probably never sell mine ('72 BMW R60/5) there is something about the old boxer
My 1972 R75/5 is parked next to my R18 Classic & a R1200GSA. The three boxers definitely have a family resemblance, but each is distinctive in the feel when you ride them.
@@arthurdeygers2106 I love my /5 too. It’s apart right now as I put in a new starter. After 50 years the original was a bit tired. I do think having a vintage bike in addition to something modern is worthwhile. They aren’t fast, the drum brakes are more suggestions and no electronic damping means a rougher ride. But, like a horse, you have to be more in tune with a vintage bike and that makes it a very rich experience I think many miss out on if they only have modern bikes.
Having seen your early reviews of this bike and eventually purchasing a Classic based largely on your thoughts, I have absolutely no regrets. I came from a Harley Fat Bob with which I have no complaints but this bike just did it for me. I love the look of the Harley engine combined with radius exhaust but the look of the boxer engine has also grown on me massively. I have stripped down my Classic for the look of the FE less the fishtail exhaust and the other week I was out riding round Bala following having flashed the ECU with the BrenTune kit. No big increase in torque or power but now so smooth that five hours in the saddle left me with absolutely no vibration white finger. Your review of this bike is absolutely on the nail and a great reinforcement of my decision to purchase this machine for exactly the reasons you suggest. Thank you. Coffee on its way. 😊
Love the review and love the bike. I have the exact same version of the R18. Thanks for confirming what I have been feeling about it as well. I think the whole peg scraping thing is riding style, but also many of the dealers sent the R18 out on inital sale ...and I suspect on a lot of the reviews with the suspension set at 0 for shipping. 6 turns for an average rider plus whatever your second may add seems to help that quite a bit. I am curious if you had it adjusted properly in your first review.
Being a small fellow I found the front end felt like to flop in during slow speed turns. The cruiser that appeals to me the most is the Rocket 3 but even then anything over 550 pounds gives me issues while pushing it around in the garage. My local BMW says your model of the R18 is selling well in our area. I'm delighted to see you have found your cruiser soul mate.👍👍
Agree with all of it. Haven’t got out on mine as much as I would like but it’s an amazing bike. I like the fact the sound is low unless your pushing it as it allows you to be discreet when required but satisfied when rolling on. I was out with some sport bikes the other day and managed to keep up reasonably well while really enjoying the town driving. Amazing bike, very raw experience.
I'm glad you like it. I was stoked after your review and had the opportunity to test ride one during the USA MotoGP. I really wanted to like it, until I turned it on and took a test ride. It's not for me. Enjoy it.
I own the R18 100th Anniversary model. I just love the look. I’ve watched many of your reviews and I really like your style and outlook. Thank you. Many other reviews highlighted the lack of forward controls compared to Harley. But one I came across highlighted the R18 position putting less pressure on your coccyx bone ( at the base of your spine). This is far more important for comfort for me.
Well I’ve finally got one! Picked up an r18 classic, my first venture into cruisers- coming from a Hayabusa! Such a characterful engine, I love it! And all the power below 150mph😂. Your passion for this bike definitely pushed me to test ride this bike. Subscribed and love the content 👌
