BMW K 1600 GTL - 2023 Specifications and Reviews
The 2023 BMW K 1600 GTL is a premium touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking ultimate comfort and refinement. Its powerful 1649cc inline-six engine delivers 160 horsepower and smooth, abundant torque, making it ideal for highway cruising and touring adventures. Known for exceptional build quality, advanced electronics, and luxury features, it sets the standard for high-end touring motorcycles.
General information | |
| Category | Touring |
| Year | 2023 |
| Model | BMW K 1600 GTL |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Emission details | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard Euro 5 |
| Greenhouse gases | 132.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l or 41.27 mpg) |
| Clutch | Multi-plate wet clutch, hydraulically operated |
| Transmission type | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 72.0 x 67.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 12.2:1 |
| Top speed | 1.0 km/h (0.6 mph) |
| Torque | 180.0 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) @ 5250 Revolutions">RPM |
| Power | 160.0 Horsepower">HP (116.8 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 6750 Revolutions">RPM |
| Engine type | In-line six, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1649.0 ccm (100.62 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Seat | Seat heating |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
| Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear tire | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut |
| Front wheel travel | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut |
| Trail | 108 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 27.8° |
| Frame type | Bridge-type frame, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 26.50 litres (7.00 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1618 mm (63.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 1000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2489 mm (98.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1475 mm (58.1 inches) |
| Alternate seat height | 831 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
| Seat height | 750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 357.9 kg (789.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | 3 Ride Modes (Rain/Road/Dynamic). Cruise Control. Dynamic Traction Control. Dynamic ESA. Heated Grips. Stepless Power Adjustable Windshield. Heated grips. Seat heating. |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle Bags in Body Color. Top Box. |
| Light | LED headlight with light icon and adaptive cornering light |
| Electrical | Three-phase 700 W alternator. 12 V / 16 Ah, maintenance free battery. |
| Instruments | 10.25 inch TFT colour display |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Black Storm Metallic, Meteoric II Dust Metallic, Exclusive Blue |
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