2021 BMW R 18 Transcontinental (bike review)

WHEN BMW Motorrad recently announced the expansion of its R 18 range to including a bagger style touring bike in the form of the R 18 Transcontinental, we have to say we were excited. Now we&had the pleasure of riding one. And when we use the word pleasure, we mean it quite literally, as the R 18 Transcontinental has all the fruit you&expect, including fit, finish and functionality, as well as the quality and sophistication that only comes from a German marque. If first impressions count for anything, BMW might well have done more than enough to complete with rivals in this space, because this bike is, wow. From its shear size, to its 427kg of largeness. The boxer engine that protrudes out either side reinforces its family heritage too, but the most impressive thing about it isn&any of these. It&the gob smackingly beautiful Option 719 paint work. The almost harlequin style colours alter depending on your viewing angle. You can follow Exhaust Notes Australia here: Or simply subscribe to this YouTube channel.