Detailed comparison of BMW R18 and Harley-Davidson Softail. The ex-showroom price of BMW R18 is ₹ 19,88,924 and Harley-Davidson Softail is ₹ 15,25,000. BMW R18 is available in 3 colours and Harley-Davidson Softail is available in 1 colours. Compare BMW R18 vs Harley-Davidson Softail based on different parameters like Power, Performance, Dimensions, Features and more. Make an informed buying decision between R18 and Softail.
| BMW R18 4.3 out of 5 | Harley-Davidson Softail 4.8 out of 5 | - | - | |
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BMW R18 vs Harley-Davidson Softail Comparison Overview |
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| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1802 cc | 1746 cc | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 17 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | 345 kg | 297 kg | - | - |
Power & Performance |
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| Ignition | Electric | Digital | - | - |
| Kerb Weight | N/A | 297 kg | - | - |
| Top Speed | 180 Kmph | 177 Kmph | - | - |
| Mileage - ARAI | 17 kmpl | 18 kmpl | - | - |
| Riding Range | 272 Km | 237.6 Km | - | - |
| Reserve Fuel Capacity | 4 litres | 3.8 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 litres | 13.2 litres | - | - |
| Fuel Delivery System | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection | - | - |
| Clutch | Single-disk dry clutch | Wet, Multiplate, Assist | - | - |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down 5 Up | 1 Down 5 Up | - | - |
| Transmission Type | Shaft Drive | Chain Drive | - | - |
| Cooling System | Air/Oil Cooled | Air Cooled | - | - |
| Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 2 Per Cylinder | - | - |
| Displacement (Engine Capacity) | 1802 cc | 1746 cc | - | - |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6 :1 | 10.0:1 | - | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 | - | - |
| Stroke | 100 mm | 111 mm | - | - |
| Bore | 107.1 mm | 100 mm | - | - |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Emission Standard | BS-VI | BS-VI | - | - |
| Max Torque | 158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm | 144 Nm @ 3,250 rpm | - | - |
| Max Power | 89.84 bhp @ 4,750 rpm | 85 bhp @ 5,020 rpm | - | - |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | - | - |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6 Speed Manual | - | - |
| Mileage - Owner Reported | 17 kmpl | N/A | - | - |
Dimensions & Chassis |
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| Kerb Weight | 345 kg | N/A | - | - |
| Overall Length | 2,440 mm | 2,320 mm | - | - |
| Overall Width | 964 mm | 865 mm | - | - |
| Overall Height | 1,232 mm | 1,160 mm | - | - |
| Wheelbase | 1,731 mm | 1,630 mm | - | - |
| Seat Height | 690 mm | 680 mm | - | - |
| Chassis Type | Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeams | Mild steel, Tubular frame | - | - |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 125 mm | - | - |
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension |
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| Rear Tyre Size | 180/65 - B16 | 150/80 - B16 | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Size | N/A | 16 inch | - | - |
| Rear Suspension | Steel swinging fork with central shock strut | Coil-over monoshock; 43mm stroke | - | - |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork | Dual-bending valve 49 mm telescopic with aluminum fork triple clamps | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 46 psi | 40 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 psi | 30 psi | - | - |
| Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 46 psi | 40 psi | - | - |
| Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 42 psi | 30 psi | - | - |
| Radial Tyres | Yes | No | - | - |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless | - | - |
| Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS | - | - |
| Front Tyre Size | 120/70 - R19 | 100/90 - B19 | - | - |
| Front Wheel Size | 19 inch | 19 inch | - | - |
| Wheel Type | Spoke | Spoke | - | - |
| Calliper Type | Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 4 Piston Caliper | Front- 4 Piston, Rear- 2 Piston Calliper | - | - |
| Rear Brake Size | 300 mm | 292 mm | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
| Front Brake Size | 300 mm | 300 mm | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Disc | - | - |
Manufacturer Warranty |
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| Standard Warranty (Year) | 3 Year | 2 Year | - | - |
| Standard Warranty (Kilometers) | N/A | Unlimited Kilometers | - | - |
Features |
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| Clock | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pillion Backrest | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Grabrail | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Seat | No | No | - | - |
| Pillion Footrest | No | No | - | - |
| Digital Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Start Type | Electric Start | Electric Start | - | - |
| Shift Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Killswitch | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Battery Indicator | No | Yes | - | - |
| Battery | 12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free | Maintenance Free | - | - |
| Headlight Type | LED Head Lamp | LED Head Lamp | - | - |
| Brake/Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp | N/A | - | - |
| Turn Signal | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Pass Light | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Additional features | Riding Modes | High beam, 2.14 inch viewable area LCD display | - | - |
| Mobile App Connectivity | N/A | No | - | - |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Tripmeter Type | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| No. of Tripmeters | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Stepped Seat | No | N/A | - | - |
| Stand Alarm | No | Yes | - | - |
| Tachometer | Digital | Digital | - | - |
| Fuel Guage | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Speedometer | Analogue | Digital | - | - |
| AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
| Under seat storage | No | No | - | - |
| Front storage box | No | No | - | - |
| USB charging port | No | No | - | - |
| GPS & Navigation | No | No | - | - |
| DRLs (Daytime running lights) | Yes | Yes | - | - |
Colours |
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| Available Colours |
Black Storm Metallic
First Edition
Classic
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Vivid Black
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Q: Which bike is better, BMW R18 or Harley-Davidson Softail?
A: According to our expert rating, BMW R18 has a score of 4.3/5 whereas Harley-Davidson Softail scored 4.8/5.
Q: Among BMW R18 and Harley-Davidson Softail, which bike is cheaper?
A: Harley-Davidson Softail is cheaper than BMW R18 . Harley-Davidson Softail has an ex-showroom price of ₹ 15,25,000 while the ex-showroom price of BMW R18 is ₹ 19,88,924.
Q: Apart from BMW R18 and Harley-Davidson Softail, are there similar alternatives?
A: Apart from BMW R18 and Harley-Davidson Softail the other similar alternatives are Harley-Davidson Softail Low Rider, Harley-Davidson Low Rider S, Triumph Bonneville T120 and Triumph Bonneville T100.
