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    BMW R18 vs Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse

    BikeWale brings you comparison of BMW R18 and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse. The ex-showroom price of BMW R18 is ₹ 19,89,819 and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse is ₹ 21,39,925. BMW R18 is available in 1 colour and 5 variants and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse is available in 3 colours and 1 variant. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between BMW R18 and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse.

    BMW R18 vs Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse Comparison Overview

    Key HighlightsR18Chief Bobber Dark Horse
    Price₹ 19,89,819₹ 21,39,925
    Capacity1802 cc1890 cc
    Power89.84 bhp @ 4750 rpm --
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    BMW R18

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    R18

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    ₹ 19,89,819
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    Chief Bobber Dark Horse

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    ₹ 21,39,925
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            Specifications

            • Power & Performance

              Displacement (cc)
              		1,8021,890
              Max Power89.84 bhp @ 4,750 rpm--
              Max Torque158 Nm @ 3,000 rpm162 Nm @ 3,200 rpm
              Mileage - ARAI (kmpl)
              		1714
              Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)
              		----
              Riding Range (Km)
              		272211
              Top Speed (Kmph)
              		180185
              Transmission6 Speed Manual6 Speed Manual
              Transmission Type
              		Shaft DriveBelt Drive
              Gear Shifting Pattern
              		1 Down 5 Up1 Down 5 Up
              Cylinders
              		22
              Bore (mm)
              		107.1103.2
              Stroke (mm)
              		100113
              Valves Per Cylinder
              		42
              Compression Ratio
              		9.6 :111.0:1
              Ignition
              		CDICDI
              Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)
              		11
              Cooling System
              		Air/Oil CooledAir Cooled
              Clutch
              		Single Plate ClutchWet Multiplate
              Fuel Delivery SystemFuel InjectionFuel Injection
              Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)
              		1615.1
              Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)
              		42.3
              Emission Standard
              		BS6BS6
              Fuel Type
              		PetrolPetrol

            • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

              Front Suspension
              		Telescopic forkTelescopic Fork / 132 mm
              Rear Suspension
              		Steel swinging fork with central shock strutDual Shocks w/ adjustable preload / 75 mm
              Braking System
              		Dual Channel ABSDual Channel ABS
              Front Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Front Brake Size (mm)
              		300300
              Rear Brake Type
              		DiscDisc
              Rear Brake Size (mm)
              		300300
              Calliper TypeFront - 4 Piston, Rear - 4 Piston CaliperFront - 4 Piston, Rear - 2 Piston Caliper
              Wheel Type
              		SpokeSpoke
              Front Wheel Size (inch)
              		1916
              Rear Wheel Size (inch)
              		1616
              Front Tyre Size
              		120/70 - R19130/90 - B16
              Rear Tyre Size
              		180/65 - B16180/65 - B16
              Tyre Type
              		TubelessTubeless
              Radial Tyres
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)4236
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)4640
              Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)4236
              Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)4640

            • Dimensions & Chassis

              Kerb Weight (kg)
              		345315
              Seat Height (mm)
              		690662
              Ground Clearance (mm)
              		--125
              Overall Length (mm)
              		2,4402,286
              Overall Width (mm)
              		964915
              Overall Height (mm)
              		1,2321,349
              Wheelbase (mm)
              		1,7311,626
              Chassis Type
              		Double-cradle steel frame with screwed-on underbeamsModel-Family-Specific Tubular-Steel Frame

            • Manufacturer Warranty

              Standard Warranty (Year)32
              Standard Warranty (Km)UnlimitedUnlimited

            Features

            • Instrument Cluster

              Odometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Speedometer
              		AnalogueDigital
              Fuel Guage
              Digital Fuel Guage
              Tachometer
              		DigitalDigital
              Stand Alarm
              No. of Tripmeters
              		22
              Tripmeter Type
              		DigitalDigital
              Low Fuel Indicator
              Low Oil Indicator
              Low Battery Indicator
              Clock
              Battery
              		12 V / 26 Ah, maintenance-free12 Volt, 18 amp/hour, 310 CCA, Sealed Glass Mat

            • Storage

              Front storage box
              Under seat storage

            • Mobile App Connectivity

              Mobile App Connectivity

            • Light System

              DRLs (Daytime running lights)
              AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
              Shift Light
              Headlight Type
              		LEDLED
              Brake/Tail Light
              		LEDLED
              Turn Signal
              		LEDLED
              Pass Light

            • GPS & Charging

              GPS & Navigation
              USB charging port

            • Switchgear

              Start Type
              		Electric StartElectric Start
              Killswitch

            • Pillion Comfort

              Stepped Seat
              Pillion Backrest
              Pillion Grabrail
              Pillion Seat
              Pillion Footrest

            • Additional Features

              Additional featuresRiding ModesRiding Modes

            BikeWale's Take

            Good Things
            • 1802cc engine is extremely smooth and refined
            • Great cruising comfort
            • Loaded with latest features
            • Holds a commanding road presence
            • Feels light and nimble in traffic
            • Punchy mid-range torque results in easy overtakes
            Could be Better
            • Weight is on the heavier side
            • Can’t be used in city on a regular basis
            • Expensive to maintain
            • Intense vibrations at higher RPMs
            • Rear suspension bottoms out easily due to less travel
            • Low-hanging footpegs make for less cornering clearance

            User Reviews

            Overall Rating

            4.5/5

            11 Ratings

            1 Review

            5.0/5

            3 Ratings

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            FAQs about R18 & Chief Bobber Dark Horse

            Q: Which bike is better BMW R18 or Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse?
            According to our average user rating, Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse has a score of 5.0/5 while BMW R18 is rated 4.5/5.
            Q: Which bike among BMW R18 and Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse is cheaper?
            BMW R18 is the cheapest among these bikes.
            Q: Which bike is heavier BMW R18 or Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse?
            BMW R18 is heavier (345 kg) than Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse (315 kg).

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