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BMW R 18 Transcontinental Vs BMW K 1600 GTL comparison

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₹ 34.73 Lakh
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BMW R 18 Transcontinental Vs BMW K 1600 GTL 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 GTL 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 GTL – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the BMW K 1600 GTL in New Delhi starts at ₹ 36.09 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 GTL
Price₹ 34.73 Lakh₹ 36.09 Lakh
ManufacturerBMWBMW
Body TypeCruiserCruiser
Mileage17.80 KM/L13.00 KM/L
Power90.00 bhp160.4 bhp
Engine1802.0 CC1649.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

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

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW K 1600 GTL base engine returns 13 KM/L. The BMW R 18 Transcontinental base returns 18 KM/L.

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

In the powertrain department, the BMW K 1600 GTL 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
Engine CC 1802.0 CC1649.0 CC
Engine Power 90.00160.4
Max Torque 158.00180
Top Speed N/A200 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard N/AFuel Injection
Valves per Cylinder N/A4
Cooling System Air/oil CooledWater Cooled
Fuel Delivery Electronic Intake Manifold Fuel InjectionFuel Injection
Starting Mechanism SelfSelf Start

Dimension and Weight

Length 2640 mm2489 mm
Width 970 mm1000 mm
Height 1500 mm1465 mm
Wheelbase 1695 mm1618 mm
Ground Clearance N/A146 mm
Kerb Weight 427 kg358 kg
Seat Height 740 mm750 mm
Chassis Type N/ABridge-Type, Cast Aluminium

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity N/A26.5 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity N/A4.0 L
Mileage 17.80 KM/L13.00 KM/L
Overall Riding Range N/A448 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension Telescopic ForkMotorrad Duolever
Rear Suspension Steel Double-sided Swinging Arm With Central Spring StrutCast Aluminium Single-sided Swing Arm
Front Brake Type N/ADisc
Front Disc/Drum Size N/A320 mm
Rear Brake Type N/ADisc
Rear Disc/Drum Size N/A320 mm
Tyre Type N/ATubeless
Front Tyre 120/70 R19120/70 ZR 17
Rear Tyre 180/65 B16190/55 ZR 17
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-Yes
Pillion Seat Type-Step-Up Seat
Remote Key-Yes
Cruise Control-Yes
7-Speed Automatic DCTcross-
ABScross-
Audiocross-
Engineeringcross-

Safety Features

Traction Control-Yes
ABS-Dual-Channel
Engine Kill SwitchNoYes
Anti-Theft-Yes

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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