BMW K 1600 (GT, GTL, B): review, history, specs

Class: tour
Production: January 2010+
Predecessor: BMW K1300GT

BMW K 1600 GT (1st generation), 2010-2016

BMW K 1600 GT (2nd generation), 2015-2021

BMW K 1600 GTL (1st generation), 2010-2016

BMW K 1600 GTL (2nd generation), 2015-2021

BMW K 1600 B Bagger (1st generation) 2017-2021

BMW K 1600 B Bagger (2nd generation) 2022+

BMW K 1600 B Grand America* (1st generation), 2018-2021

BMW K 1600 B Grand America* (2nd generation), 2022+

* Grand America Package:

• Topcase
• Audio System with preparation for GPS
• Footboards
• High Windscreen
• Reverse Gear
• Additional Speakers
• Engine protection bar

Electronic equipment BMW K1600 (basic & optional):

Integral ABS-II
Integral ABS (next gen.) – K1600GT/GTL (from 2nd generation), Exclusive, K1600B
On-board computer
ESA-II (Electronic Suspension Adjustment)
TPC (Tyre Pressure Control)
DTC (Dynamic Traction Control)
Cruise-control
Heated grips (automatically controlled by the on-board computer)
Seat heating
Keyless Ride – K1600GT/GTL (from 2nd generation), Exclusive, K1600B
Reverser – K1600GT/GTL (from 2nd generation), K1600B
Hill Start Control – K1600GT/GTL (from 2nd generation), Exclusive, K1600B
Shift Assist – K1600GT/GTL (from 2nd generation), K1600B
Dynamic-ESA – K1600GTL (from 2nd generation), K1600B
E-Gas
Adaptive Headlight
10,25” TFT Display with ConnectedRide Navigation and Connectivity – from 2022
Full LED Light (incl. Adaptive headlight and Daytime Riding Light) – from 2022
Hill Start Control Pro – from 2022
Dynamic Engine Brake Control (MSR) – from 2022

History


Markets	Production	Name & Codes
Europe	January 2010 – September 2016	Name: BMW K1600GT (1st generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0601
Europe	September 2015-2021	Name: BMW K1600GT (2nd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F01
Europe	October 2021+	Name: BMW K1600GT (3rd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F21
Europe	January 2010 – September 2016	Name: BMW K1600GTL (1st generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0602
Europe	September 2015-2021	Name: BMW K1600GTL (2nd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F02
Europe	October 2021+	Name: BMW K1600GTL (3rd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F31
Europe	June 2013 – August 2016	Name: BMW K1600GTL Exclusive Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0603
Europe	January 2017-2021	Name: BMW K1600B (1st generation) Model code: K61 Parts Catalog Code: 0F51
Europe	October 2021+	Name: BMW K1600B (2nd generation) Model code: K61 Parts Catalog Code: 0F61
USA	February 2010 – March 2016	Name: BMW K1600GT (1st generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0611
USA	September 2015-2021	Name: BMW K1600GT (2nd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F11
USA	October 2021+	Name: BMW K1600GT (3rd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F23
USA	January 2010 – April 2016	Name: BMW K1600GTL (1st generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0612
USA	October 2015-2021	Name: BMW K1600GTL (2nd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F12
USA	October 2021+	Name: BMW K1600GTL (3rd generation) Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0F33
USA	June 2013 – June 2016	Name: BMW K1600GTL Exclusive Model code: K48 Parts Catalog Code: 0613
USA	January 2017-2021	Name: BMW K1600B (1st generation) Model code: K61 Parts Catalog Code: 0F53
USA	October 2021+	Name: BMW K1600B (2nd generation) Model code: K61 Parts Catalog Code: 0F63

Specifications

BMW K1600: specs.


DIMENSIONS
Overall length	2324 mm / 91,5 in – K1600GT 2489 mm / 98,0 in – K1600GTL 2490 mm / 98,0 in – K1600GTL Exclusive 2470 mm / 97,2 in – K1600B
Overall width	1000 mm / 39,4 in
Overall height	1440 mm / 56,7 in – K1600GT 1465 mm / 57,7 in – K1600GTL (1st generation) 1475 mm / 58,1 in – K1600GTL (2nd generation) 1490 mm / 58,7 in – K1600GTL (3rd generation) 1300 mm / 51,2 in – K1600B (1st generation) 1340 mm / 52,7 in – K1600B (2nd generation)
Seat height	810/830 mm (31,9/32,7 in) – K1600GT 750 mm / 29,5 in – K1600GTL, K1600B (2nd generation) 780 mm / 30,7 in – K1600GTL Exclusive, K1600B (1st generation)
Wheelbase	1618 mm / 63,7 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight	319 kg / 703 lbs – K1600GT (1st generation) 334 kg / 736 lbs – K1600GT (2nd generation) 343 kg / 756 lbs – K1600GT (3rd generation) 348 kg / 767 lbs – K1600GTL (1st generation) 350 kg / 772 lbs – K1600GTL (2nd generation) 358 kg / 789 lbs – K1600GTL (3rd generation) 360 kg / 794 lbs – K1600GTL Exclusive 336 kg / 741 lbs – K1600B (1st generation) 344 kg / 758 lbs – K1600B (2nd generation)
FRAME
Frame (type)	Aluminum bridge frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension, travel	BMW Duolever, 125 mm / 4,9 in BMW Duolever, 115 mm / 4,5 in – K1600 (from 2nd generation)
Rear suspension, travel	BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 135 mm / 5,3 in BMW EVO Paralever (adjustable spring pre-load & rebound damping), 125 mm / 4,9 in – K1600B (2nd generation)
Front tire size	120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size	190/55 ZR17
Front brake	Double disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers (Integral ABS)
Rear brake	Single disc, 320 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS)
Fuel capacity	26,5 l / 7,0 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l) 24,0 l / 6,3 US gal (reserve – 4,0 l) – K1600GT (1st generation)
Fuel economy / consumption	5,7 l / 100 km (41,3 US mpg)¹ – K1600B 5,9 l / 100 km (40 US mpg)² – K1600GT / GTL / Grand America
ENGINE
Engine (type)	Liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Cylinder arrangement	6-cylinders in-line transverse
Bore & Stroke	72,0 x 67,5 mm
Displacement	1649 cm³ (100,6 cu in)
Compression ratio	12.2:1
Valve train	Chain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power	160,0 hp (118,0 kW) / 7750 rpm 160,0 hp (118,0 kW) / 6750 rpm – from 2022
Max. torque	175,0 Nm (17,7 kg-m) / 5250 rpm 180,0 Nm (18,2 kg-m) / 5250 rpm – from 2022
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0-60 mph)	3,0 sec.³ – K1600GT 3,69 sec.⁴ – K1600GTL
Top speed	244 km/h (151,4 mph)⁵ – K1600GT 216 km/h (134,3 mph)⁶ – K1600GTL
Fuel system (type)	Fuel Injection, Bosch BMS-X
DRIVE TRAIN
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission	6-speed
Final drive	Shaft
Gear ratio I II III IV V VI	1.941; 2.230 – K1600 (from 2nd gen.) 1.429; 1.641 – K1600 (from 2nd gen.) 1.148; 1.319 – K1600 (from 2nd gen.) 0.958; 1.101 – K1600 (from 2nd gen.) 0.806; 0.926 – K1600 (from 2nd gen.) 0.686; 0.788 – K1600 (from 2nd gen.)
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system	BMS-X BMS-O – from 2022
Alternator	Three-phase generator, 14V / 580W Three-phase generator, 14V / 700W – from 2022
Battery capacity	12V-19Ah 12V-16Ah – from 2015

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BMW K1600: images, gallery.

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BMW K1600: documentation.

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