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BMW K 1600 B
BMW K 1600 B
Standard
RM 173,500
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BMW R18 Transcontinental
BMW R18 Transcontinental
Standard
RM 198,500
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BMW K 1600 B vs BMW R18 Transcontinental Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW K 1600 B and BMW R18 Transcontinental, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW K 1600 B priced at RM 173,500 while the BMW R18 Transcontinental Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 198,500. Comparing the technical specifications, BMW R18 Transcontinental engine displacement is 1802 while the BMW K 1600 B houses a 1649 engine.

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Overview: BMW K 1600 B vs R18 Transcontinental

Brand BMW Malaysia BMW Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 173,500 BMW K 1600 B Price RM 198,500 R18 Transcontinental Price
Variant BMW K 1600 B Standard R18 Transcontinental Standard
User Rating 4.57 BMW K 1600 B reviews 5 R18 Transcontinental reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Touring Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia Touring Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1649 cc 1802 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 91 hp

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 34,700 Installment : RM 1,802 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 39,700 Installment : RM 2,062 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.57/5
14 reviews
5/5
3 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Luxurious Touring Beast

    I managed to get a test ride with a BMW K 1600, and to tell you it is a great touring bike. The engine is six cylinders and their smoothness together...

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    A
    Arnold Aug 06, 2024 for BMW K 1600 B
  • Ultimate Touring Machine

    My son suggested the BMW R 18 Transcontinental and so far, it has really been a pleasant experience for me. This motorcycle is designed primarily for...

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    M
    Marcus Aug 06, 2024 for BMW R18 Transcontinental

From The Experts

Things we like

Luxurious travelling

Power-packed engine

Riding comfort at its best

Low comfortable seats

3 years manufacturers warranty

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Gargantuan and royal road presence

Long-distance touring credentials

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Things we don't like

Heavyweight

Not Beginner-friendly

Costlier than competing models

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Cumbersome to ride in tight traffic conditions

Expensive to buy

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1649 cc 1802 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 91 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 26.5 L 24 L
Drive Type Shaft Drive Shaft Drive
Top Speed 200 kmph --
No. Of Cylinder 6 2
Compression Ratio 12.2:1 9.6:1
Bore X Stroke 72 mm x 67.5 mm 107.1 mm x 100 mm
Clutch Type Multi-Plate Dry Type
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder 2 --
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhuast Dual Exhaust
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke, In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves, DOHC 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine
Lubrication System Dry Sump --
Maximum Torque 175 Nm 158 Nm
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Alternator 700 W --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Air-Oil Cooled
Injection Type Indirect Injection --
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
RPM at Maximum Torque 5250 rpm 3000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm 4750 rpm
Fuel Consumption -- 17.8 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Touring Touring
Kerb Weight 336 kg 427 kg
Height 1465 mm 1500 mm
Length 2489 mm 2640 mm
Gross Weight 560 kg 630 kg
Seat Height 750 mm 740 mm
Seating Capacity 2 1
Wheel Base 1618 mm 1695 mm
Width 1000 mm 970 mm
Ground Clearance -- 183.5 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Reserve 4.0 L --
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System EFI --

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 115 mm 120 mm
Front Suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension BMW Motorrad Paralever Swingarm
Suspension Travel(Rear) 125 mm 120 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 19 Ah --

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 R19
Rear Tyre 190/55 ZR17 180/65 R16
Rear Wheel Size R17 R16
Tyre Type Runflat Radial, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size R17 R19

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Optional Optional --
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Stability Control Yes --
Back Rest Optional Optional No
Leg Guards No No
Central Locking Yes No
Traction Control Yes --
Launch Control No No
Riding Modes Rain, Road Rain, Road Road Road
Engine Check Warning Yes --
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital --
Speedometer Analog Analog Analog Analog
Navigator Yes No
Display Screen Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes No
Tachometer Yes No
Side Stand Indicator No No
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Single Seat Single Seat
Electronic Suspension Adjustment Yes --
Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy Steel Steel
Body Frame Type Bridge Bridge Double-cradle Double-cradle
Side Wings Yes No
Chrome Garnish -- Yes
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Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats Yes --
Cruise Control Yes --

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BMW K 1600 B vs BMW R18 Transcontinental FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW K 1600 B vs BMW R18 Transcontinental?

K 1600 B is priced at RM 173,500 and R18 Transcontinental is priced at RM 198,500. Hence K 1600 B is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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What is K 1600 B vs R18 Transcontinental dimension size comparison?

The K 1600 B dimension are 2489 mm length, 1000 mm width, 1465 mm height while the R18 Transcontinental Dimensions are 2640 mm length, 970 mm width, 1500 mm height. Hence the R18 Transcontinental is more longer more wider and more higher.

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From The Experts

Get the better insight and helps to buy or not
Things we like in K 1600 B

Luxurious travelling

Power-packed engine

Riding comfort at its best

Low comfortable seats

3 years manufacturers warranty

Things we don't like in K 1600 B

Heavyweight

Not Beginner-friendly

Costlier than competing models

Things we like in R18 Transcontinental

Gargantuan and royal road presence

Long-distance touring credentials

Things we don't like in R18 Transcontinental

Cumbersome to ride in tight traffic conditions

Expensive to buy

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