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Indian Chieftain Elite vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental

Should you buy Indian Chieftain Elite 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 Elite price in Delhi is Rs 3800000 (ex-showroom price) whereas the BMW R 18 Transcontinental price in Delhi is Rs 3250000 (ex-showroom). On the other hand, the power and torque of R 18 Transcontinental stand at 91 PS and 158 Nm respectively. Indian offers the Chieftain Elite in 1 colours whereas the BMW R 18 Transcontinental comes in 7 colours. Out of 1 user reviews, R 18 Transcontinental scores 4.0 whereas the Indian Chieftain Elite tallies 4.0 out of 5 based on 2 user reviews..TheIndian Chieftain Elite Mileage is around 18 kmpl, while the BMW R 18 Transcontinental Mileage is around 17.24 kmpl.

Chieftain Elite vs R 18 Transcontinental

Key HighlightsChieftain EliteR 18 Transcontinental
Mileage (Overall)18 kmpl17.24 kmpl
Max Power-91 PS @ 4750 rpm
Body TypeTourer BikesCruiser Bikes
Engine TypeThunderstroke 116Air / oil-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crankshaft
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Indian Chieftain Elite vs BMW R 18 Transcontinental Comparison

*Ex-showroom price in Delhi

Basic Information

On-Road PriceRs.42.20 Lakh onwards
Rs.25.61 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)18 kmpl
17.24 kmpl
Max Power-
91 PS @ 4750 rpm
User Rating
4.0
Based on 2 Reviews
4.0
Based on 1 Review
Body TypeTourer Bikes
Cruiser Bikes
EMI Starts₹ 1,15,549Get EMI offers
Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
₹ 70,121Get EMI offers
Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
InsuranceRs.77,475
Chieftain Elite Insurance

Rs.68,843
R 18 Transcontinental Insurance

Colours
Black Hills Silver Marble Accents
Black
Purple
Sparkle Purple
Brochure
Brochure not available

Engine and Transmission

Engine Type
Thunderstroke 116
Air / oil-cooled two-cylinder four-stroke boxer engine with two chain-driven camshafts above the crankshaft
Displacement1890 cc
1802 cc
No. of Cylinders
-
2
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Fuel SupplyFuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Clutch
Wet, Multi-Plate, Assist
Single-disk dry clutch
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Bore
103.2 mm
107.1 mm
Stroke
113 mm
100.0 mm
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
9.6 :1
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Max Torque
171 Nm @ 3000 rpm
158 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only

Features

Instrument Console
Analogue and Digital
Analogue
Bluetooth ConnectivityBluetooth
-
NavigationYes-
USB Charging PortYesNo
Keyless IgnitionYes-
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
TechometerAnalogue
-
Tripmeter
Digital
Analogue
Odometer
Digital
Analogue
Additional Features Of Variant
Exhaust - Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over, Gear Position Display, Ambient Air Temperature Display, Low Tire Pressure Display, Power-Locking Saddlebags
-
Seat TypeSplit
Split
ClockYes-
Passenger Footrest
Yes-

Features and Safety

Fuel GaugeDigital
Analog
Riding Modes-
Rain
Adjustable Windscreen-
Yes
Additional Features
Exhaust - Split dual exhaust w/ cross-over, Gear Position Display, Ambient Air Temperature Display, Low Tire Pressure Display, Power-Locking Saddlebags
-

Performance

Overall Mileage18 kmpl
17.24 kmpl
Top Speed-
180 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity20.8 L
24 l
Boot SpaceYes-
Width
1023 mm
970 mm
Length2506 mm
2560 mm
Height1372 mm
1400 mm
Fuel Reserve-
4 l
Saddle Height
650 mm
720 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm
-
Wheelbase1668 mm
1695 mm
Dry Weight359 kg
-
Kerb Weight373 kg
398 kg
Total Weight628 kg
630 kg
Load Carrying Capacity-
232 kg

Electricals

HeadlightLED
LED
Tail LightLED
LED
Turn Signal LampLED
LED
Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
300 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
300 mm
300 mm

Underpinnings

FrameLightweight Cast Aluminium
Double loop steel frame with bolted beams

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*Ex-showroom price in Delhi

User Reviews of Comparison

  • Chieftain Elite
  • R 18 Transcontinental
  • Nice Vehicle

    The Indian Chieftain is a touring motorcycle manufactured by Indian Motorcycle, an American brand. The Chieftain is a.....Read More

    By amlan tejaswi pati
    On: Apr 21, 2023 | 326 Views
  • Ultimately good appearence

    Ultimately good appearance. Perfectly fit look wise also feel.

    By anonymous
    On: Mar 22, 2019 | 831 Views
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