2016 BMW K 1600 GTL | Motorcycle Buyer’s Guide
Going up against the granddaddy of luxury tourers, the Honda Gold Wing is a tough job, but the BMW K 1600 GTL has proved to be up to the challenge.
Delivering more relaxed ergonomics and more creature comforts than the GT edition, the GTL weighs a bit more and is slightly slower in acceleration. Dynamic Traction Control is a standard feature to help control the 160 horsepower inline-6, as well as its 129 ft/lbs of torque at just 5250 rpm. BMW’s ABS Pro is standard.
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2016 BMW K 1600 GTL Specs:
ENGINE
- Type: Liquid-cooled, DOHC inline-6
- Bore x stroke: 72 x 67.5mm
- Displacement: 1649cc
- Maximum power: 160 horsepower @ 7750 rpm
- Maximum torque: 129 ft/lbs @ 5250 rpm
- Compression ratio: 12.2:1
- Engine management: EFI w/ ride-by-wire
- Emissions control: Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
- Lubrication: Dry sump
PERFORMANCE
- Maximum speed: 125+ mph
- Fuel consumption: 52 mpg at a constant 55 mph
- Fuel: Premium
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Alternator: 3-phase, 580 watts
- Battery: 12 V / 19 Ah
TRANSMISSION
- Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated
- Gearbox: Constant mesh 6-speed
- Final drive: Shaft
CHASSIS
- Frame: Aluminum bridge-type w/ load-bearing engine
- Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Duolever w/ central spring strut; 4.9 inches of travel
- Rear suspension: BMW Motorrad Paralever; 5.3 inches of travel
WHEELS/BRAKES
- Type: Cast aluminum
- Front rim: 3.50 x 17″
- Rear rim: 6.00 x 17″
- Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
- Rear tire: 190/55 ZR17
- Front brakes: Twin 320mm floating discs w/ four-piston fixed calipers
- Rear brake: 320mm disc, with dual-piston floating caliper
- ABS: Cornering-optimized ABS standard
DIMENSIONS
- L x W x H: 91.5 x 39.4 x 56.7 inches
- Wheelbase: 63.7 inches
- Rake: 27.8°
- Trail: 4.3 inches
- Seat height: 29.5 inches (standard); various optional seats
- Curb weight: 768 pounds
- Fuel capacity: 7.0 gallons
2016 BMW K 1600 GTL Colors:
- Ocean Blue Metallic Matte
- Black Storm Metallic
- Glacier Silver Metallic
2016 BMW K 1600 GTL Price:
- MSRP From $24,395