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A double-loop tubular steel frame is at the heart of the chassis of the new R 18 Roctane . Its design perpetuates the longstanding BMW Motorrad tradition of this frame type . The particularly high manufacturing quality and attention to detail are also evident in barely perceptible details such as the welded joints between steel tubes and cast or forged parts . Like the legendary BMW R 5 , the rear swinging arm , which is manufactured in a similar design , encloses the rear axle drive in the same style using bolted connections .
The suspension elements of the new BMW R 18 Roctane deliberately feature no electronic adjustment options . Instead , telescopic forks and a directly linked central sprint strut with travel-dependent damping and adjustable spring preload ensure superior wheel guidance and responsive suspension comfort . As in the legendary BMW R 5 , the fixed tubes of the telescopic forks are encased in fork sleeves . The fixed fork tube diameter is 49 mm , suspension travel is 120 mm at the front and 90 mm at the rear . The new BMW R 18 Roctance is decelerated by a twin disc brake at the front and a single disc brake at the rear in conjunction with four-piston fixed calipers . The alloy wheels give the bike a stylish look . 3.5 x 21 " at the front with 120 / 70 B 21 tyres as and 5.5 x 18 " at the rear with 180 / 55 B 18 tyres . The new BMW R 18 Roctance features a casual , socalled “ mid-mounted footpeg ” position of the footrests , entirely in keeping with the BMW Motorrad philosophy . This classic position behind the cylinders is not only typical of BMW , it also allows a relaxed and active riding position for optimally controlling the motorcycle . The R 18 Roctane features a two-level seat that tapers slimly towards the rear , with rear passenger straps , and is equipped with running boards in conjunction with a gearshift paddle . The high , black-coated handlebars ensure an upright and relaxed riding position .
The R 18 Roctane is ideally equipped for laid-back cruising and touring thanks to cases painted in the colour of the bike . The cases offer 27 litres of luggage space each . For longer tours , the R 18 Roctane can be equipped with a windshield with auxiliary headlights and suspended turn indicator lights from the Original BMW Motorrad Accessories range .
Three riding modes as well as ASC and engine drag control are standard equipment and ensure high-level riding fun and safety . Reversing aid , Hillstart Control and heated grips are available as optional equipment ex factory .
In order to meet individual customer needs , the R
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