Bmw R 18 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Bmw R 18 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. 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. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Bmw R 18
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
91 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
158 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
180 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
345 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
91 hp @ 4,750 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
180 km/h
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
345 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L, real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 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
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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