| Engine | BMW R 18 | BMW R nineT |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1802 cc | 1170 cc |
| Max power | 91 hp (@4 750 RPM) | 110 hp (@7 550 RPM) |
| Max torque | 157 Nm (@3 000 RPM) | 119 Nm (@6 000 RPM) |
| Redline | 8 500 RPM | |
| Management | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
| Layout | DOHC Flat-2 | DOHC Flat-2 |
| Compression | 9.60:1 | 12.00:1 |
| Oil capacity | 4.00 litre | |
| Oil type | 15W50, Motul 300V 15W50, Liqui Moly 15W50 | |
| Spark plug type | NGK MAR8B-JDS | |
| Cooling | Air | Air |
| Valves | 8 | |
| Bore | 107.1 mm | 101.0 mm |
| Stroke | 100.0 mm | 73.0 mm |
| Weight to power | 3.79 kg/hp | 2.02 kg/hp |
| Power to weight | 263 hp/Ton | 495 hp/Ton |
| Battery type | 12V 26Ah | 12 V 14 Ah |
| Gearbox | BMW R 18 | BMW R nineT |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sequential | Sequential |
| Clutch | Dry | Wet |
| Drive | Shaft | Shaft |
| Chain type | ||
| Gears count | 0 | 6 |
| Primary ratio | 1.737 | |
| Final drive | 2.91 | |
| 1. gear | 2.38 (84 km/h) | |
| 2. gear | 1.7 (117 km/h) | |
| 3. gear | 1.3 (154 km/h) | |
| 4. gear | 1.07 (187 km/h) | |
| 5. gear | 0.94 (212 km/h) | |
| 6. gear | 0.85 (235 km/h) |
| Chasis | BMW R 18 | BMW R nineT |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Double-cradle steel frame | 4-part tubular-steel frame |
| Front susp. | Telescopic fork, 120.00 mm travel | USD Sachs 46mm forks |
| Rear susp. | 89.00 mm travel | Swinging arm , shock absorber |