BMW is getting ready so as to add a brand new mannequin to its 1,802cc boxer household, receiving kind approval in Switzerland for a brand new variant referred to as the R 18 Roctane.
The kind approval information for the Roctane reveals a lot in widespread with the prevailing R 18 fashions, however with some notable variations. For one, the R 18 Roctane has an inside mannequin code of “0N61,” whereas the mannequin codes for the R 18, R 18 Classic, R 18 B, and R 18 Transcontinental all have mannequin codes starting with “0L.” This suggests the Roctane differs from the opposite fashions in a reasonably important means, both with a chassis replace or a unique kind issue. The variant’s title seems to be a mix of the “R” branding and “octane,” so a extra performance-focused mannequin could also be in retailer.
This brings to thoughts the Concept R 18 /2, which BMW revealed in 2019. The “Slash Two” was offered because the stylistic reverse of the retro-inspired idea that ultimately turned the R 18. BMW described it as “a modern, dynamic custom cruiser with a performance appeal that is somewhat rougher round the edges” We’re not too loopy concerning the Roctane title, nevertheless it does appear a match for the R 18 /2.
Performance focus or not, we do know the Roctane is powered by the identical 1,802cc air-cooled Boxer as the remainder of the R 18 vary. The homologation submitting confirms the identical engine code and peak efficiency numbers as the opposite fashions: a most energy output of 67 kW (90 hp) at 4,750 rpm, and 116 lb-ft. at 3,000 rpm. As with the remainder of the vary, BMW has additionally gained kind approval for a 35 kW (47 hp) model appropriate for European A2 licenses. The submitting additionally confirms the Roctane has the identical silencer code because the Classic, B, and Transcontinental fashions, so we will count on the identical straight pipes and never the bulbous fishtail exhaust on the common R 18.
The Roctane’s wheel sizes (together with accent choices) are the identical as the opposite R 18 fashions. The kind approval information makes no point out of suspension, and the braking information solely confirms twin entrance brakes and ABS. If the Roctane is certainly extra of a efficiency cruiser, we count on these to be totally different from the remainder of the R 18 household.
The filings are a bit extra useful on the subject of the bike’s dimensions. The Roctane has a 67.7-inch wheelbase, placing it someplace between the 66.7-inch wheelbase of the touring R 18s and 68.1 inches of the cruiser fashions. A special fork rake and path may account for this distinction.
At 103 inches lengthy, the R 18 Roctane is about 7 inches longer than the R 18 and R 18 Classic, however 2 inches shorter than the R 18 B bagger, and 1 inch shorter than the R 18 Transcontinental. This suggests the Roctane doesn’t have aspect circumstances or a high case of the touring fashions, as the bags on the B and Transcontinental lengthen nicely previous the tip of their exhausts.
The listed gross car weight score additional suggests the Roctane won’t have baggage. At 1,234 kilos, the Roctane has the identical GVWR because the R 18 and R 18 Classic, in comparison with 1,389 kilos for the R 18 B and R 18 Transcontinental which have non-removable circumstances.
The filings embody a laden weight, which is the claimed curb weight plus some ballast to characterize the load of a rider and a few equipment. For the R 18 fashions, this sometimes means an additional 180-186 kilos above the claimed curb weight. The R 18 Roctane is listed at 1,009 kilos, so we estimate a curb weight of round 826 kilos. This locations the Roctane as being lighter than the touring fashions however heavier than the cruisers. Again assuming no baggage, we surmise a number of the weight distinction could also be attributable to a fairing.
Model | Laden weight | Claimed Curb Weight | Laden Weight – Curb Weight |
R 18 | 946 kilos | 761 kilos | 185 kilos |
R 18 Classic | 985 kilos | 805 kilos | 180 kilos |
R 18 B | 1058 kilos | 877 kilos | 181 kilos |
R 18 Transcontinental | 1127 kilos | 941 kilos | 186 kilos |
R 18 Roctane | 1009 kilos | ? | ? |
There isn’t any trace of when BMW could reveal the R 18 Roctane. Since withdrawing from the key commerce reveals, BMW has spaced its product reveals all year long, however the kind approval paperwork could counsel an official announcement could come quickly.
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