This gunmetal beauty is based on the BMW R18 but costs twice as much
Published on Aug 02, 2022 at 1:10 PM (UTC+4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Aug 02, 2022 at 1:10 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
This spectacular gunmetal beauty is based on the BMW R18 but it costs almost twice as much, coming in with an eye-watering price tag just shy of $45,000.
It’s a lot of cash but that’s because this limited-edition motorcycle was basically built from scratch by a tuning company called Zillers Garage.
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Zillers Garage replaced every single body panel with an equivalent component made out of carbon fiber and painted in gunmetal grey, with the exception of the wheels and the spokes, which were forged from aluminum.
In addition to that, the company has also fitted a new air suspension system and replaced the factory exhaust system with a lightweight alternative made from titanium.
For the sake of clarity, the new exhaust doesn’t really do anything in terms of performance: it just makes a nice noise and makes the bike look cooler.
Elsewhere, Zillers has given the bike new wishbone arms, new handlebar-mounted mirros, new LEDs headlights and taillights, and a revised digital instrument cluster.
Nothing was done to the engine but even though some might say this is bad news, it’s safe to say that tuning the engine would’ve been unnecessary.
This is because the R18 is powered by a massive (and massively powerful) 1.8-liter two-cylinder engine, putting out 91 hp and 116 lb-ft of torque.
The top speed is 118 mph.
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The Zillers R18 will set you back $44,900, while the standard R18 costs $21,945.
It sounds like a lot of money for what is essentially just a cosmetic upgrade but we have to bear in mind that production is limited to 13 units worldwide.
You’re essentially paying for the exclusivity that Zillers Garage provided.
If you buy one, you can rest (and ride) safe in the knowledge that your bike will be unique, and unless you’re extremely unlucky, you’ll never find another identical bike parked next to yours.
Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.
