2021 BMW R 18 Classic First Edition vs 2024 Triumph Rocket 3 GT

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2021 BMW R 18 Classic First Edition 2021 BMW R 18 Classic First Edition

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, Pushrod-actuated OHV with two camshafts, 4 valves per cylinder
Power
67 kW / 91 hp @ 4750 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
365 kg / 804.6 lbs
2024 Triumph Rocket 3 GT 2024 Triumph Rocket 3 GT

Custom / cruiser

Engine
Four stroke, inline 3-cylinder, DOHC
Power
134 kW / 180 hp @ 7000 rpm
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
320kg / 705 lbs
Full Specifications
General
Year20212024
Make ModelBMW R 18 Classic First EditionTriumph Rocket 3 GT
Dimensions
Seat Height710 mm / 27.9 in750 mm / 29.5 in
Wheelbase1731 mm / 68.1 in1677 mm / 66 in
Height-1183 mm / 46.6 in (with mirrors
Length2440 mm / 36 in2365 mm / 93.1 in
Width964 mm / 37.9 in with mirrors920 mm / 36 in (with handlebars)
Weights & Capacities
Wet Weight (kg)365 320
Fuel Capacity16 Litres / 4.2 US gal 18 Litres / 4.76 US gal
Wet Weight365 kg / 804.6 lbs320kg / 705 lbs
Performance
Max Power67 kW / 91 hp @ 4750 rpm134 kW / 180 hp @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque158 Nm / 116 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm225 Nm / 166 ft-lb @ 4000 rpm
Engine
Displacement1802 cc / 110 cu-in 2458 cc / 150 cu-in
Engine DetailFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer, Pushrod-actuated OHV with two camshafts, 4 valves per cylinderFour stroke, inline 3-cylinder, DOHC
Fuel SystemElectronic intake pipe fuel injection, 48 mm Throttle valves-
Bore x Stroke107.1 X 100 mm110.2 x 85.9 mm
Compression Ratio9.6:110.8:1
Cooling SystemAir/water cooledLiquid cooled
EmissionsClosed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, EU5 exhaust standardEURO 5+
Engine ManagementBMS-K+ electronic engine management with overrun cut-off, twin-spark ignition: BMS-O with e-gas-
Exhaust-Stainless 3-into-1 headers with 3 exit silencer / CAT box
Fuel Induction-Ride-by-Wire, fuel injected
Fuel TypePremium unleaded (95-98 RON)-
Ignition-Digital inductive type via electronic engine management
Intake / Outlet Valve Diameter41.2 x 35.0 mm-
LubricationWet sumpWet sump
StarterElectric, 1.5 kWElectric
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity12/26 V/Ah maintenance-free-
Drivetrain
ClutchHydraulically activated single-disc dry clutchWet, multi-plate hydraulically operated, torque assist
Final DriveShaft, 3.091Shaft, bevel box
Gear Ratios1st 2,438 / 2nd 1,696 / 3rd 1,296 / 4th 1,065 / 5th 0,903 / 6th 0,784-
Primary Drive Ratios1.16-
Transmission / Drive6-speed shifting claw transmission in separate transmission housing6 Speed
Chassis
Frame TypeConstruction type double-loop steel tube frameFull aluminum frame
Suspension - Front49 mm Telescopic fork, Non-adjustableShowa 47mm upside-down 1+1 cartridge front forks, compression and rebound adjustement
Suspension - RearSteel swinging fork with central shock strutFully adjustable Showa piggyback reservoir RSU with remote hydraulic preload adjustement
Rake32.7°27.9°
Steering Head Angle57.3°-
Swingarm-Single-sided, cast aluminum
Trail150 mm / 5.9 in134.9 mm / 5.3 in
Wheel Travel - Front120 mm / 4.7 in120 mm / 4.7 in
Wheel Travel - Rear90 mm / 3.5 in107 mm / 4.2 in
Electrical Systems
AlternatorPermanent magnet generator 600 W (nominal capacity)-
HeadlightLED low beam with projection module LED high beam with projection module-
Instrumentation-TFT multi-functional instrument pack with digital speedometer, trip computer, digital tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator, ambient temperature, clock and rider modes (Rain/Road/Sport/Rider-configurable) Triumph TFT Connectivity System can be added with accessory fitted Bluetooth module
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front2x 300mm discs, 4-piston fixed caliper2x 320 mm discs with Brembo M4.30 Stylema 4-piston radial monobloc calipers
Brakes - RearSingle 300mm disc, 4-piston fixed caliperSingle 300mm disc, Brembo M4.32 4-piston monobloc caliper
ABSBMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)Cornering ABS
Rims - Front3.0 x 16-
Rims - Rear5.0 x 16-
Tyres - Front130/90 B16150/80 R17 V
Tyres - Rear180/65 B16240/50 R16 V
WheelsSpoked-
Wheels - Front-17 x 3.5 in cast aluminium
Wheels - Rear-16 x 7.5 in cast aluminium