Bmw R 18 vs Ducati Xdiavel
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw R 18 vs Ducati Xdiavel. Bmw R 18: 91 hp @ 4,750 rpm hp, 345 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 180 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Ducati Xdiavel: 156 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 236 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw R 18
Ducati Xdiavel
Horsepower (hp)
91 hp
156 hp
Torque (Nm)
158 Nm
129 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
345 kg
236 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
91 hp @ 4,750 rpm
156 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
129 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h
225 km/h
Weight
345 kg (wet/curb weight)
236 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Bmw R 18
7.5/10
"A flawed but genuinely special cruiser that rewards patient, deliberate riders."
Pros
+Thunderous low-end torque
+Stunning visual presence
+Bulletproof boxer reliability
Cons
−Brutal low-speed maneuverability
−Suspension harsh on base
−Chrome trim corrodes easily
Ducati Xdiavel
8.0/10
"The best power cruiser available, if your wallet survives ownership."
Pros
+Engine is absolutely sensational
+Surprisingly capable through corners
+Aggressive, distinctive visual presence
Cons
−Valve service costs hurt badly
−Long-distance comfort disappoints
−Service history gaps are common
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