BMWR18TranscontinentalvsHarley-DavidsonBreakout117

BMW R 18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Breakout 117: Specifications Comparison

• Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

  Braking System, Front Wheel Size, Wheel Type, Front Suspension

  Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
  Front Wheel Size	R19	B21
  Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
  Front Suspension	Telescopic fork	Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps; dual rate spring
  Front Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Brake	Disc	Disc
  Rear Suspension Travel	Data Not Available
  Rear Suspension	Data Not Available	Hidden& free piston& coil-over moNoshock; 43mm stroke; toolless hydraulic preload adjustment

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• Comfort & Convenience

  Pillion Backrest, Pillion Footrest, Instrument Console, Seat Style

  Pillion Backrest		Data Not Available
  Pillion Footrest
  Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
  Seat Style	Single	Single
  USB Charger Port
  Low Battery Indicator	Data Not Available
  Low Oil Indicator	Data Not Available
  Distance to Empty Indicator	Data Not Available
  Engine Kill Switch	Data Not Available
  Start Type	Data Not Available	Self Start

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• Safety

  Pillion Grabrail, Turn Signal, Slipper Clutch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On)

  Pillion Grabrail
  Turn Signal	LED	LED
  Slipper Clutch
  AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	Data Not Available
  Hazard Warning Indicator	Data Not Available
  Tyre Construction Type	Data Not Available
  Brake Assist	Data Not Available
  Traction Control System	Data Not Available

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• Engine & Transmission

  Engine Capacity, Engine Type, No. of Cylinders, Top Speed

  Engine Capacity	1802 cc	1923 cc
  Engine Type	Air- oil-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine	Milwaukee Eight 117 Custom
  No. of Cylinders	2	2
  Top Speed	180 kmph	180 kmph
  Bore x Stroke	107.1 mm X 100 mm	103.5 mm x 114.3 mm
  Cooling type	Air-oil cooled	Air-oil cooled
  Max Power	91.08 PS @ 4750 rpm	104.7 PS @ 5020 rpm
  Max Torque	58 Nm @ 3000 rpm	168 Nm @ 3000 rpm
  Number of Gears	6 Speed	6 Speed
  Gear Shifting Pattern	Data Not Available	1 Down 5 Up
  Number of Spark Plugs	Data Not Available

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• Dimensions & Capacity

  Width, Wheelbase, Fuel Tank Capacity , Seat Height

  Width	970 mm	950 mm
  Wheelbase	1695 mm	1695 mm
  Fuel Tank Capacity	24 Litres	18.9 Liters Litres
  Seat Height	740 mm	665 mm
  Unladden/Kerb Weight	427 kg	296 kg
  Length	Data Not Available	2370 mm mm
  Height	Data Not Available	1085 mm mm
  Ground Clearance	Data Not Available	115 mm mm
  Engine Oil Capacity	Data Not Available	4.7 Liters Litres

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• Exterior

  LED headlight, Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

  LED headlight
  Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	Data Not Available

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• Instrumentation

  Tachometer, Odometer, Riding Modes Switch, Gear Status Indicator

  Tachometer	Digital	Digital
  Odometer	Digital	Digital
  Riding Modes Switch	Data Not Available
  Gear Status Indicator	Data Not Available
  Speedometer	Data Not Available	Digital

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• Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  Basic Warranty

  3 Years/Unlimited Kilometres

  2 Years/Unlimited kms

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• Pros & Cons

  Pros, Cons

  Pros		Strong 1923cc Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine with massive torque Incredible road presence and standout design Comfortable low seat height (665 mm) Relaxed cruising ergonomics Premium build quality and brand appeal
  Cons		Very heavy (~309–310 kg) Limited cornering clearance and handling Expensive to buy and maintain Not ideal for city traffic Basic feature set for the price

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Visual Gallery

BMW R 18 TranscontinentalHarley-Davidson Breakout 117

Which Bike Do You Like More?

BMW R 18 Transcontinental

Harley-Davidson Breakout 117