Two-Up Seat | BMW R18

To visually lighten the rear section of a motorcycle, the most effective solution is to replace the original seat and mudguard with a more compact and refined assembly. Production motorcycles, particularly cruisers and tourers, are often fitted with a generous seat and an enveloping mudguard that weigh down the line. Several approaches exist: fitting a slimmer seat, shortening or replacing the mudguard, or installing a complete seat kit conceived as a coherent assembly. This last option is the most accomplished, because it treats the rear line as a single whole and guarantees a harmonious integration. The result frees the rear wheel, tightens the silhouette and reveals the neo-retro spirit of the motorcycle. Our two-up seat kit FCR Original for BMW R18 applies exactly this logic.

A 3-in-1 Bates light is a compact rear light that combines three functions in a single housing: the position light, the brake light and the turn signals. The term "Bates" refers to a round and minimalist light style, inherited from custom culture and appreciated for its retro charm. The interest of the 3-in-1 format is twofold: it ensures complete and compliant signalling while avoiding the multiplication of housings, which visually refines the rear of the motorcycle. It is a solution particularly suited to neo-retro builds, where each element must serve the style without sacrificing function. Our two-up seat kit FCR Original for BMW R18 directly integrates this type of 3-in-1 Bates lights.

Yes, this seat kit is designed for the entire BMW R18 range: R18 Standard, Classic, B, Transcontinental, Roctane and 100 Years. It fixes onto the original frame, replacing the seat and rear mudguard assembly. It is not compatible with other BMW families such as the R nineT or the R12, which rely on a different rear architecture. If you have a doubt about your model year or version, our team checks compatibility with you before ordering at 05 49 62 03 26.

The installation is more technical than that of a simple accessory: it involves the seat, the antenna and the electrical circuit. Here are the main steps: Remove the original seat and rear mudguard assembly, then take off the seat base and its plate. Remove the antenna support, then refix the antenna on its new bracket, respecting the cable routing. Fix the plate onto the frame with the 4 M10x40 button-head socket screws, without forgetting the spacers. Refix the seat base in one of the 3 possible positions, then reposition the saddle. Make the electrical connections of the brake lights and turn signals following the diagram in the instructions. Important: mount all the hardware with threadlocker (a pod is provided in the kit). The complete installation instructions, with wiring diagram, accompany the product. If you are not comfortable with the electrical part, we recommend entrusting this step to a professional.

Yes, the seat can be fixed in three different positions. This adjustment allows the seating to be adapted to your build and your riding style, to find the ideal compromise between comfort and posture. The choice of position is made at the time of installation, when the seat base is refixed onto its plate. You can test one position and change it later if needed, by repeating this step of the installation.

The seat rests on a support plate in machined aluminium, and its seating is covered with a faux leather upholstery. Machined aluminium ensures the robustness and durability of the structure over time, where a plastic part would become brittle. The faux leather, for its part, was chosen for its resistance and ease of maintenance: it cleans with a simple wipe of a cloth and copes well with daily use. This combination aims for a durable balance between style, sturdiness and practicality.