The BMW R 18 M is one of two R 18 customs unveiled at the Motor Bike Expo in Verona, Italy.

Since introducing its Big Boxer-powered R 18 in 2020, BMW has invited some of the world?s best customizers to put their own spin on Germany?s heavyweight cruiser. At the Motor Bike Expo in Verona, Italy, BMW unveiled the R 18 M and R 18 Aurora customs.

The creativity seen with previous R 18 customs, such as Kingston Custom?s Art Deco-styled ?Spirit of Passion,? Roland Sands? R 18 Dragster, and Shinya Kimura?s post-apocalyptic ?The Wal,? has been nothing short of jaw-dropping.

The latest customs are the result of the collaboration between BMW Motorrad Italy and its dealer network. The R 18 M was developed by Italian magazine LowRide and created by American Dreams. Commissioned by BMW Motorrad Roma, the R 18 Aurora was created by Garage 221.
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BMW R 18 M

M is the letter that distinguishes the sport versions of BMW four-wheeled models, and today it also includes motorcycles like the M 1000 RR. The source of inspiration for the BMW R 18 M project by the editorial staff of LowRide is the following: the idea is to give the BMW cruiser a sportier, more streamlined look, avoiding exaggerations while showing respect the R 18?s retro lines.

?Stability, long wheelbase, and readiness of the 1,800cc Big Boxer instigate lightning starts and deserve, in our opinion, a sporty and retro look,? said Giuseppe Roncen, direct...