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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 NOVEMBER OFFERS DP RM 39,700 Installment : RM 2,062 x 84 Months VIEW NOVEMBER 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 --
Clutch Type Multi-Plate Dry Type
Lubrication System Dry Sump --
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Air-Oil Cooled
Maximum Torque 175 Nm 158 Nm
Emission Control Euro 4 --
Bore X Stroke 72 mm x 67.5 mm 107.1 mm x 100 mm
Compression Ratio 12.2:1 9.6:1
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhuast Dual Exhaust
No. Of Cylinder 6 2
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Alternator 700 W --
Injection Type Indirect Injection --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder 2 --
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke, In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves, DOHC 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine
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
Seat Height 750 mm 740 mm
Width 1000 mm 970 mm
Gross Weight 560 kg 630 kg
Kerb Weight 336 kg 427 kg
Length 2489 mm 2640 mm
Height 1465 mm 1500 mm
Wheel Base 1618 mm 1695 mm
Seating Capacity 2 1
Ground Clearance -- 183.5 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Wheels & Tyres

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Gear & Transmission

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

Electrical

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

Safety & Security

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

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

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Height Adjustable Seats Yes --
Cruise Control Yes --

Brake

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

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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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