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Indian Chieftain vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental

Should you buy Indian Chieftain or BMW R 18 Transcontinental Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Indian Chieftain price in Delhi is Rs 3425556 (ex-showroom price) whereas the BMW R 18 Transcontinental price in Delhi is Rs 3250000 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Chieftain makes 100 bhp and 150 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of R 18 Transcontinental stand at 91.09 PS and 158 Nm respectively. Indian offers the Chieftain in 1 colours whereas the BMW R 18 Transcontinental comes in 7 colours. Out of 1 user reviews, R 18 Transcontinental scores 4.0 .TheIndian Chieftain Mileage is around 20 Kmpl, while the BMW R 18 Transcontinental Mileage is around 17.24 kmpl.

Chieftain vs R 18 Transcontinental

Key HighlightsChieftainR 18 Transcontinental
Mileage (ARAI)20 Kmpl17.24 kmpl
Max Power100 bhp91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm
Body TypeTourer BikesCruiser Bikes
Engine TypeThunder Strokeā„¢ 111Air/oil cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
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Indian Chieftain vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental Comparison

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        Indian Chieftain
        Indian Chieftain
        Rs34.26 - 39.42 Lakh*
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            BMW R 18 Transcontinental
            BMW R 18 Transcontinental
            Rs32.50 Lakh*
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          Basic Information
          On-Road Price
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          Rs.36.11 Lakh onwards
          Mileage (ARAI)
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          20 Kmpl
          17.24 kmpl
          Max Power
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          100 bhp
          91.09 PS @ 4750 rpm
          User Rating-
          4.0
          Based on 1 Review
          Body Type
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          EMI Starts
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          Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
          ā‚¹ 98,882
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          Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
          Engine and Transmission
          Engine Type
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          Thunder Strokeā„¢ 111
          Air/oil cooled twin-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crank shaft
          Displacement
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          1811 cc
          1802 cc
          No. of Cylinders
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          2
          Cooling System
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          Liquid Cooled
          Air & Oil Cooled
          Fuel Supply
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          Fuel Injection
          Fuel Injection
          Clutch
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          Wet, Multi-Plate
          Single-disc dry clutch
          Ignition
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          Electronic Ignition
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          Gear Box
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          6 Speed
          6 Speed
          Bore
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          101 mm
          107.1 mm
          Stroke
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          113 mm
          100 mm
          Compression Ratio
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          9.5:1
          9.6 :1
          Emission Type
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          bs6-2.0
          Max Torque
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          150 Nm @ 2900 rpm
          158 Nm @ 3000 rpm
          Starting
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          Self Start Only
          Self Start Only
          Features
          Instrument Console
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          Analogue and Digital
          Analogue and Digital
          Bluetooth Connectivity
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          No
          Bluetooth
          Navigation
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          Yes
          USB Charging Port
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          NoYes
          Speedometer
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          Digital
          Analogue
          Techometer
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          Digital
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          Tripmeter
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          Digital
          Analogue
          Odometer
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          Digital
          Analogue
          Additional Features Of Variant
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          Keyless Start
          Secondary drive - Drive shaft, Castor -183.5mm, Steering head angle - 62.7Ā°, Inner leg curve at vehicle kerb weight - 1710 mm, Anti Hopping Clutch, Dynamic Brake Control, Infotainment System, Clutch Lever Adjustable, Dynamic engine brake control, Central Locking System, Hill Start Control, Reverse Gear
          Seat Type
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          Single
          Split
          Clock
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          Yes
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          Passenger Backrest
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          Yes
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          Stepup Seat
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          Yes
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          Passenger Footrest
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          YesYes
          Carry hook
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          Yes
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          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          Yes
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          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          Yes
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          Features and Safety
          Fuel Gauge
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          Digital
          Analog
          Riding Modes
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          Rain
          Adjustable Windscreen
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          Yes
          Additional Features
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          Keyless Start
          Secondary drive - Drive shaft, Castor -183.5mm, Steering head angle - 62.7Ā°, Inner leg curve at vehicle kerb weight - 1710 mm, Anti Hopping Clutch, Dynamic Brake Control, Infotainment System, Clutch Lever Adjustable, Dynamic engine brake control, Central Locking System, Hill Start Control, Reverse Gear
          Carry Hook
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          Yes
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          Performance
          Overall Mileage
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          17.24 kmpl
          ARAI Mileage
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          20 Kmpl
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          Top Speed
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          180 kmph
          Dimensions and Capacity
          Fuel Capacity
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          21 Ltrs
          24 L
          Width
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          1000 mm
          970 mm
          Length
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          2571 mm
          2640 mm
          Height
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          1388 mm
          1500 mm
          Fuel Reserve
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          4 L
          Saddle Height
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          660 mm
          740 mm
          Ground Clearance
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          142 mm
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          Wheelbase
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          1668 mm
          1695 mm
          Kerb Weight
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          391 kg
          427 kg
          Total Weight
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          373 Kg
          630 kg
          Load Carrying Capacity
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          203 kg
          Electricals
          Headlight
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          LED
          LED
          Taillight
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          LED
          LED
          Turn Signal Lamp
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          LED
          LED
          DRLs
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          Yes
          Low Fuel Indicator
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          YesYes
          Distance to Empty Indicator
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          Yes
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          Average Fuel economy Indicator
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          Yes
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          Tyres and Brakes
          Front Brake Diameter
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          Dual, 300mm Floating Rotor, 4 Piston Caliper
          300 mm
          Rear Brake Diameter
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          Single 300mm Floating Rotor 2 Piston Caliper
          300 mm
          Underpinnings
          Frame
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          Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Air-Box
          Double-cradle tubular steel frame with screwed-on downtubes

          User Reviews of Comparison

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            rithwik on Jul 03, 2023
            4.0
            The overall the bike has
            The bike provides excellent comfort overall, thanks to the impressive engineering of BMW, in which they have balanced the bike so well that you don't feel its weight on the move,.....
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          FAQs on Indian Chieftain and BMW R 18 Transcontinental

          Which bike is better Indian Chieftain or BMW R 18 Transcontinental?

          As per our average user rating, Indian Chieftain has a score of 0/5 while BMW R 18 Transcontinental has rate of 4.0 /5.

          Which bike among Indian Chieftain and BMW R 18 Transcontinental is cheaper?

          Indian Chieftain price starts at Rs 3425556 & BMW R 18 Transcontinental price starts at Rs 3250000 in Delhi . Indian Chieftain is cheaper between these.
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