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Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Vs BMW R 18 comparison

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₹ 26.9 Lakh
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Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic Vs BMW R 18 Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the Heritage Classic Vs R 18 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.

Heritage Classic Vs R 18 – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the BMW R 18 in New Delhi starts at ₹ 22.45 Lakh and goes up to ₹ 27.07 Lakh for the fully-loaded model. On the other hand, Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 26.9 Lakh.

SummaryHarley-Davidson Heritage ClassicBMW R 18
Price₹ 26.9 Lakh₹ 22.45 Lakh
ManufacturerHarley-DavidsonBMW
Body TypeCruiserCruiser
Mileage18.00 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Power 94 HP / 70 kW @ 5020 rpm bhp90.00 bhp
Engine1868.0 CC1802.0 CC
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol

Heritage Classic Vs R 18 – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the BMW R 18 base engine returns 18 KM/L. The Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic base returns 18 KM/L.

Heritage Classic Vs R 18 – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the BMW R 18 gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type Milwaukee-Eight™ 114Air/Oil-Cooled Two-Cylinder Four-Stroke Boxer Engine With Two C
Engine CC 1868.0 CC1802.0 CC
Engine Power 94 HP / 70 KW @ 5020 Rpm90.00
Max Torque 155 Nm158.00
Top Speed 177 kmph180 kmph
No. of Gears 6 Gears6 Gears
Emission Standard BS6 Phase 2BS6-Compliant
Valves per Cylinder 44
Cooling System Air CooledAir/Oil Cooled
Fuel Delivery Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)Electronic Intake Pipe Fuel Injection
Starting Mechanism N/ASelf Start

Dimension and Weight

Length 2415 mm2440 mm
Width 930 mm964 mm
Height 1370 mm1232 mm
Wheelbase 1630 mm1731 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mm170 mm
Kerb Weight 330 kg365 kg
Seat Height 680 mm690 mm
Chassis Type Steel Tubular FrameDouble-cradle Steel Frame With Screwed-on Underbeams

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity 18.9 L16.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity 1.8 L4.0 L
Mileage 18.00 KM/L17.80 KM/L
Overall Riding Range 340 km285 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension 49 Mm Dual-Bending Valve Telescopic Forks With Aluminum Fork Triple ClampsTelescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Hidden, Free Piston, Coil-Over Monoshock With Hydraulic Preload AdjustmentSteel Swinging Fork With Central Shock Strut
Front Brake Type DiscTwin Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size 300 mm300 mm
Rear Brake Type DiscSingle Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size 292 mm300 mm
Tyre Type Tubeless Michelin™ Scorcher 11, Front And RearTubeless
Front Tyre 130/90B16,73H,BW130/90 B16
Rear Tyre 150/80B16,77H,BW180/65 B16
Wheel Type SpokeSpoke Wheel

Standard Features

Instrument ConsoleSemi-Digital (AAnalog + Digita
OdometerDigitalDigital
SpeedometerAnalogDigital
Fuel GaugeDigitalYes
Start MechanismElectric StartSelf-Start
Hazard Warning IndicatorNoYes
Stand IndicatorNoNo
Tripmeter Countticktick
Tripmeter TypeDigitalNo
TachometerDigitalNo
Low Battery IndicatorYesYes
Gear IndicatorNoYes
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
ClockYesYes
Service Reminder IndicatorYesNo
Pillion Seat TypeStepped SeatNo
Remote KeyNoNo
Cruise ControlNoNo

Safety Features

Traction ControlYesNo
ABSDual Channel ABNo
Engine Kill SwitchYesYes
Anti-TheftNoNo

Electricals

Head LightLED HeadlightNo
Tail LightLED HeadlightNo
Turn Signal LampYesNo
DRLsYesNo
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)NoNo
Hazard Warning IndicatorNoYes

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone ConnectivityNoNo
Bluetooth ConnectivityNoNo
Call/SMS AlertsNoNo
GPS & NavigationNoNo
USB Charging PortNoNo
SOSNoNo

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery WarrantyNo3 Years
Standard Vehicle WarrantyNo3 Years

Additonal Features

Key Features

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