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BMW R 18 Transcontinental Vs BMW K 1600 Grand America comparison

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₹ 34.73 Lakh
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BMW R 18 Transcontinental Vs BMW K 1600 Grand America Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the R 18 Transcontinental Vs K 1600 Grand America on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

R 18 Transcontinental Vs K 1600 Grand America – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the BMW K 1600 Grand America in New Delhi starts at ₹ 37.22 Lakh. On the other hand, BMW R 18 Transcontinental price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 34.73 Lakh.

SummaryBMW R 18 TranscontinentalBMW K 1600 Grand America
Price₹ 34.73 Lakh₹ 37.22 Lakh
ManufacturerBMWBMW
Body TypeCruiserCruiser
Mileage17.80 KM/L17.00 KM/L
Power90.00 bhp160.00 bhp
Engine1802.0 CC1649.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

R 18 Transcontinental Vs K 1600 Grand America – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW K 1600 Grand America base engine returns 17 KM/L. The BMW R 18 Transcontinental base returns 18 KM/L.

R 18 Transcontinental Vs K 1600 Grand America – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW K 1600 Grand America gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the BMW R 18 Transcontinental comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type N/AOil-/water-cooled, Six-cylinder, Four-stroke, In-line Engine Wi
Engine CC 1802.0 CC1649.0 CC
Engine Power 90.00160.00
Max Torque 158.00180.00
Top Speed N/A162 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard N/AN/A
Valves per Cylinder N/A4
Cooling System Air/oil CooledOil/water-cooled
Fuel Delivery Electronic Intake Manifold Fuel InjectionElectronic Intake Pipe Injection
Starting Mechanism SelfSelf

Dimension and Weight

Length 2640 mm2560 mm
Width 970 mm1000 mm
Height 1500 mm1580 mm
Wheelbase 1695 mm1618 mm
Ground Clearance N/AN/A
Kerb Weight 427 kg367 kg
Seat Height 740 mm750 mm
Chassis Type N/ABridge-type Frame, Cast Aluminium, Load-bearing Engine

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity N/A26.5 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity N/A4.0 L
Mileage 17.80 KM/L17.00 KM/L
Overall Riding Range N/A448 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension Telescopic ForkBMW Motorrad Duolever; Central Spring Strut
Rear Suspension Steel Double-sided Swinging Arm With Central Spring StrutCast Aluminium Single-sided Swing Arm With BMW Motorrad Paralever; Central Spring Strut
Front Brake Type N/ADual Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size N/A320 mm
Rear Brake Type N/ADisc
Rear Disc/Drum Size N/A320 mm
Tyre Type N/ATubeless Radial
Front Tyre 120/70 R19120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre 180/65 B16190/55 ZR17
Wheel Type Cast Aluminium Front WheelCast Aluminium

Standard Features

Instrument Console-TFT Digital
Odometer-Digital
SpeedometerDigitalDigital
Fuel GaugeNoYes
Start Mechanism-Self-Start
Hazard Warning Indicator-Yes
Stand Indicator-Yes
Tripmeter CountYestick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalDigital
TachometerDigitalDigital
Low Battery IndicatorYesYes
Gear IndicatorNoYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockYesYes
Service Reminder Indicator-No
Pillion Seat Type-Step-Up Seat
Remote Key-No
Cruise Control-No
7-Speed Automatic DCTcross-
ABScross-
Audiocross-
Engineeringcross-

Safety Features

Traction Control-No
ABS-Dual-Channel
Engine Kill SwitchNoYes
Anti-Theft-No

Electricals

Head Light-LED
Tail Light-LED
Turn Signal Lamp-Yes
DRLs-Yes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)-Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator-Yes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone Connectivity-Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity-Yes
Call/SMS Alerts-Yes
GPS & Navigation-Yes
USB Charging Port-Yes
SOS-Yes

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty-3 Years
Standard Vehicle Warranty-3 Years

Additonal Features

7-inch TFT screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Autocross-
Airbagcross-
Dual Combined Brake Systemcross-
Electrically Adjustable Windscreencross-
Four Riding Modes - Tour, Sport, Econ, and Raincross-
Gyrocompass Navigationcross-
Hill Start Assist cross-
Honda Selectable Torque Controlcross-
Idling Stop and an airbag toocross-
Smart Key Operationcross-

Key Features

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