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 GT (3rd generation), 2022+
BMW K 1600 GTL (1st generation), 2010-2016
BMW K 1600 GTL (2nd generation), 2015-2021
BMW K 1600 GTL (3rd generation), 2022+
BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive, 2013-2016
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


MarketsProductionName & Codes
EuropeJanuary 2010 – September 2016Name: BMW K1600GT (1st generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0601
EuropeSeptember 2015-2021Name: BMW K1600GT (2nd generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0F01
EuropeOctober 2021+Name: BMW K1600GT (3rd generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0F21
EuropeJanuary 2010 – September 2016Name: BMW K1600GTL (1st generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0602
EuropeSeptember 2015-2021Name: BMW K1600GTL (2nd generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0F02
EuropeOctober 2021+Name: BMW K1600GTL (3rd generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0F31
EuropeJune 2013 – August 2016Name: BMW K1600GTL Exclusive
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0603
EuropeJanuary 2017-2021Name: BMW K1600B (1st generation)
Model code: K61
Parts Catalog Code: 0F51
EuropeOctober 2021+Name: BMW K1600B (2nd generation)
Model code: K61
Parts Catalog Code: 0F61
USAFebruary 2010 – March 2016Name: BMW K1600GT (1st generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0611
USASeptember 2015-2021Name: BMW K1600GT (2nd generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0F11
USAOctober 2021+Name: BMW K1600GT (3rd generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0F23
USAJanuary 2010 – April 2016Name: BMW K1600GTL (1st generation)
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0612
USAOctober 2015-2021Name: 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
USAJune 2013 – June 2016Name: BMW K1600GTL Exclusive
Model code: K48
Parts Catalog Code: 0613
USAJanuary 2017-2021Name: BMW K1600B (1st generation)
Model code: K61
Parts Catalog Code: 0F53
USAOctober 2021+Name: BMW K1600B (2nd generation)
Model code: K61
Parts Catalog Code: 0F63

Specifications


BMW K1600: specs.

DIMENSIONS
Overall length2324 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 width1000 mm / 39,4 in
Overall height1440 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 height810/830 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)
Wheelbase1618 mm / 63,7 in
Ground clearance
Dry weight
Curb (wet) weight319 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, travelBMW Duolever, 125 mm / 4,9 in

BMW Duolever, 115 mm / 4,5 in – K1600 (from 2nd generation)
Rear suspension, travelBMW 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 size120/70 ZR17
Rear tire size190/55 ZR17
Front brakeDouble disc, 320 mm, 4-piston calipers (Integral ABS)
Rear brakeSingle disc, 320 mm, 2-piston caliper (Integral ABS)
Fuel capacity26,5 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 / consumption5,7 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 arrangement6-cylinders in-line transverse
Bore & Stroke72,0 x 67,5 mm
Displacement1649 cm³ (100,6 cu in)
Compression ratio12.2:1
Valve trainChain driven DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Max. power160,0 hp (118,0 kW) / 7750 rpm

160,0 hp (118,0 kW) / 6750 rpm – from 2022
Max. torque175,0 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 speed244 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
ClutchWet, multi-plate, hydraulic operated
Transmission6-speed
Final driveShaft
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 systemBMS-X

BMS-O – from 2022
AlternatorThree-phase generator, 14V / 580W

Three-phase generator, 14V / 700W – from 2022
Battery capacity12V-19Ah

12V-16Ah – from 2015

Images


BMW K1600: images, gallery.

BMW K1600GT
BMW K1600GTL
BMW K1600GTL Exclusive
BMW K1600B Bagger
BMW K1600B Grand America

Videos


BMW K1600: video.

Manuals


BMW K1600: documentation.

Links

  1. bmw-motorrad.co.uk | K1600B | TECHNICAL DATA | Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC
  2. bmw-motorrad.co.uk | K1600GT / GTL / Grand America | TECHNICAL DATA | Fuel consumption per 100 km based on WMTC
  3. Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN) “Performance Index 2015” | BMW K1600GT (02/2012), 0-60 mph
  4. Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN) “Performance Index 2015” | BMW K1600GT (09/2011), 0-60 mph
  5. Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN) “Performance Index 2015” | BMW K1600GT (02/2012), Top speed
  6. Motorcycle Consumer News (MCN) “Performance Index 2015” | BMW K1600GT (09/2011), Top speed