Comparison of BMW Blechmann R18 and Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2011 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager 2011 × |  BMW Blechmann R18 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2011 | 2020 |
| Make | Kawasaki | BMW |
| Model | Kawasaki VN 1700 Voyager | BMW Blechmann R18 |
| Category | Touring | Prototype / concept model |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Engine details | - | Polished aluminum cylinder covers |
| Displacement (cm³) | 1,700 | 1,800 |
| Power (kw) | 52.9 | 65.7 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | Belt | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Torque (Nm) | 136 | 158 |
| Bore (mm) | 102 | - |
| Stroke (mm) | 104 | - |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) | - |
| Ignition | Digital | - |
| Clutch | Wet mDouble disk, manual | - |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump | - |
| Compression | 9.5:1 | - |
| Exhaust system | - | Fishtail exhausts |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | 45 mm telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm with twin air-assisted shocks | Cantilever |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Frame type | Double-cradle, steel | - |
| Front tyre | 130/90-B16 | - |
| Rear tyre | 170/70-B16 | - |
| Seat | - | Solo seat |
| Wheels | - | Wire spoked, 21´´ and 19´´ rims. Metzeler Rille tires |
| Trail (mm) | 177 | - |
| Rake (fork angle) (degree) | 30 | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Color options |
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| Light | - | LED headlight |
| Performance | ||
| Fuel capacity (l) | 20 | - |
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