Harley Davidson motorcycles breakdown like its there job. I highly doubt BMW motorcycles have as many issues as Harleys do, the only reason people are loyal to Harley is because of the culture behind it, not because their bikes are the best.
@@jxstified7558 My comment was about knowing the experience of riding a Harley in order to make a comparison. I don't think Harleys are the best. That being said, my last bike was an 04 Fatboy with over 100k miles. Never had any issues, including no oil leaks. Harley quality has vastly improved in the past decade and they don't spend most of the time in the shop. As funny as your comment is, it's outdated.
@@jxstified7558 I’ve had my Harley Davidson Road King Special for 5yrs+ and it has given me ZERO issues. Zero. Sure, BMW made a good looking motorcycle, but this R18 has a poster of a Harley Davidson hanging on its wall. Why? Because that’s what it WANTS TO BE. 😎
@Motorheadmike there is a lot of old cars still running in Cuba too but that doesn't mean that it's because those cars are superior. It's because that's all they had and they kept repairing them and putting them back on the road. Same thing goes with America's only American branded motorcycle. They kept preparing them and putting them back on the road.
@@2WheelWeekendViking I disagree. The r18 does not want to be a Harley. BMW wanted some of the American Cruiser / Harley Market. That is two totally different things. If they wanted to be a Harley they could have easily designed a V-Twin and made it look more like a Harley. Which in reality probably would have been smarter to redesign their motor. It's a great-looking bike but the motor design kills any legroom and their lean angle sucks. They already have a smaller displacement boxer motor that can produce the same horsepower and similar torque. It would have been proved the R18 rideability a lot.
I like the look of the R18B but more with a top box over the panniers which would get in the way around town. The fairing with heated grips,seat,reverse gear and adaptive cruise control would be useful features.
Comparable Indians have a better handling and vibration, HD I did for years with plenty rebuilds, having mostly Interstate riding for work I decided to try a bagger for the first time in my life. Because of my past experience with BMW, the drive shaft, I traded in my naked 1200 Beamer and purchased the R18B. Whatever the comments it’s really all about riding what you like not what others like. Ride On,,,
Get all the facts before publishing. “ it weighs 20, 30, 40, 50kg more” Which one is it? Plenty of footage there to have done a V/O with a fact checked script. And as Gary H said, drive alternatives before making a comparison. Undermines whole video.
I've ridden an Indian Challenger and it is just gorgeous with tons of roll on power for the weight. I've sat on this R18 at the local BMW dealer but the first edition one and it looked gorgeous too so waiting to actually sit on one of these the engine looks nice but man for our north American riding style its so nice to stretch your legs out front, it's the one thing i miss on my Triumph Trophy SE, After 3 hours my legs are numb !!!!
The Rear-gear is a smart option. I hope one day Indian will consider this. I don't think Harley-guys will go for this. There just to 'Harley' (new verb). Personally 'll still go for Indian. Beauty and Heritage combined with 'floorboards' I mean a cruiser without floarboards. Even from a european standpoint, that feels strange. Maybe I test ride one, and my opinion will change.
Every single one of these large heavyweight bikes are expensive. They’re all heavy. We know this. Stop acting like it’s a big surprise that whether it’s a Gold Wing, Star Venture, Indian Roadmaster or Harley Ultra that these bikes cost more than some small cars and weigh in excess of 800 pounds. It’s not just you. Every stinking bike mag or video review recites the same line. “Oh, it’s big and heavy and cost a lot of money.” No kidding Sherlock. They’re designed to cosset the rider and pillion in comfort and make day long trips achievable without any muss or fuss. If that’s not what you’re looking for fine. Go hop on a sport bike or ADV bike. They’re all tools to give us choices that will suit what our riding styles or needs are.
Not my sort of bike but it's comparable with what Harley and Indian offer price wise for big cruisers. Little surprising it makes less hp than my R nine t (more Tq of course).
Harley owner from USA in Arizona. Good review, I think the bike is pretty sharp. I'm not sure how I feel about how far the motor sticks out the side but I like the look of it. I think I would love the bike if I went for a test drive.
Cool bike. A guy I ride with just bought one. To answer your question, no, it won't catch on in a big way. Very few people looking for a Harley touring bike will move to an R18. It will be bigger in Europe and fringe riders in the US. Obviously BMW fans will migrate to it if searching for a tourer.
Agree that few current Harley riders would switch, actually prob none. I think it's a good alternative for anyone wanting a crusier. Indian is of course another. As BMW rider I'm interested because at 71 yrs old and 5'6" it would definably be easier at the times vs my current R1200GS at 32" seat hight. ( it's my 3rd one).
Noticed you were on smooth roads! I tried the classic in the UK and on our roads it was very crashy on the rear and totally ruined the experience. Only two or three inches movement on the rear suspension. Shame……
Laugh now mate. I guarantee you will be there someday.. I rode my 1985 Ninja 900 , with the 1000cc engine I put in ) like a mad man on crack. I made it to 70 and now, well life is a smidgin slower.
