Touring Motorcycles

2016BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive

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The 2016 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive is a luxury touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking ultimate comfort and refinement. Its six-cylinder engine, shaft drive, and advanced suspension technology deliver smooth, effortless cruising over thousands of miles. This bike excels as a premium tourer, combining excellent fuel efficiency with sophisticated engineering for discerning adventure seekers.

Capacity: 1649.0 ccm
Engine: In-line six, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 321.0 kg
Seat height: 750 mm
Power: 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering55%

City riding35%

Daily riding60%

Touring98%

Two-up95%

Track20%

Best for: Built for effortless long-distance touring with a passenger and luggage, prioritizing plush comfort and smooth power delivery over sportiness.
Built for: A refined, luxurious grand tourer with a silky in-line six engine, lavish equipment, and a relaxed, commanding riding stance.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for riders seeking a light, flickable bike for tight city commuting, aggressive cornering, or any kind of off-road use.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 750mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1649.0 ccm
Power: 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 152 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: GBMXC01.6K48-005
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 6.49 L/100km (1526.5 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 3.7 CO g/km
Torque: 175.0 Nm (17.8 kgf-m) @ 5250 RPM
Engine type: In-line six, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.50 litres/100 km (15.4 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4984 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 72.0 x 67.5 mm
Compression: 12.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Wet clutch

Performance

Top speed: 201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1618 mm
Overall length: 2489 mm
Overall width: 1000 mm
Overall height: 1465 mm
Seat height: 750 mm
Dry weight: 321.0 kg
Wet weight: 364.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 26.50 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags. Topbox.

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminum bridge-type frame with load-bearing engine
Front suspension: Duolever, central spring strut
Rear suspension: Paralever
Front wheel travel: 125 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm
Rake (fork angle): 27.8°
Trail: 108 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 320 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Sparkling Storm Metallic
Comments: Windscreen.
Fuel Tank Material: P

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018
Capacity	1600 cc	1649 cc	1649 cc	1649 cc	1649 cc
Dry weight	321 kg	321 kg	321 kg	321 kg	323 kg
Seat height	750 mm	750 mm	750 mm	762 mm	750 mm
Fuel capacity	26.5 L	26.5 L	26.5 L	26.5 L	26.5 L