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BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive - 2017 Specifications and Reviews

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About the BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive

Powered by a Euro 4 compliant compact liquid cooled 1649.00cc in-line 6 cylinder engine, producing 160.5bhp .

The engine is angled forwards for optimum weight distribution and a low centre of gravity. 

Compared to the 2011-2016 BMW K1600GTL model there is a revised engine mapping to make the emissions Euro 4 compliant, ESA and DTC are now included as standard, the new side fairings offer improved wind protection and there are new silencer ends.

Essentially the same bike as the 16kg lighter BMW K1600GT but with some changes to make it more suitable for longer distance touring, especially with pillion. It comes with a large top box with luxurious padding for the pillion, lower 750mm single piece seat, larger comfort screen and more relaxed rider position with the pegs further forwards and bars further back.

For storage there are large panniers and a waterproof lockable glove box in the right fairing.. When the satnav is fitted a cover pops down when parked up to keep it secure.

There is a 5.7" TFT dash in the centre of the clocks, along with a multi controller on the left bar (like the R1200RT), which gives access to the range of options on the bike. 

Optional Extras include reverse assist, hill start control, adaptive headlight, heated grips, heated seat, side-mounted additional LED headlights, see me home lights with the optional central locking, computer, tyre pressure monitor, engine bars, cruise control, quickshifter, keyless start and Akrapovic silencers.

In some countries you also have option of fitting BMW-s Intelligent Emergency Call system, operated from the right handlebar. It activates automatically to send your coordinates to the emergency services, via the BMW call centre, and can also be activated manually using the SOS button on the bar.

The K1600GTL Exclusive comes with a shiny headlight, tyre pressure monitor, hill start control, reverse assist, daytime running light, keyless start, side-mounted additional LED headlights, ground lighting, additional brake light on the top box, engine guard and three layers of paint. It is also 14kg heavier though.

Model Updates

2018: Revised LED fog lights and a selection of "BMW Motorrad Spezial" items including a luxury brown seat and special blue or brown colour schemes.

General information

CategoryTouring
Year2017
ModelBMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Emission detailsPerformance / fuel consumption
Greenhouse gases107.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption4.61 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.02 mpg)
ClutchMulti-plate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Lubrication systemDry sump
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel systemInjection. Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x Stroke72.0 x 67.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches)
Compression12.2:1
Top speed201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)
Torque174.92 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.0 ft.lbs) @ 5250 Revolutions">RPM
Power160.00 Horsepower">HP (116.8 Kilowatt">kW)) @ 7750 Revolutions">RPM
Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer, two-stroke
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

WheelsRim, front 3.50 x 17in.
Rear brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Rear tyre190/55-ZR17
Front tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear wheel travel135 mm (5.3 inches)
Rear SuspensionBMW Paralever
Front wheel travel124 mm (4.9 inches)
Front SuspensionBMW Duolever, central spring strut
Rake (fork angle)27.8°
Frame typeAluminum bridge-type frame with load-bearing engine
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Reserve fuel capacity4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)
Fuel capacity26.50 litres (7.00 gallons)
Wheelbase64 mm (2.5 inches)
Overall width1,001 mm (39.4 inches)
Overall height1,465 mm (57.7 inches)
Seat height30 mm (1.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.4984 HP/kg
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc360.2 kg (794.0 pounds)
Dry weight321.0 kg (707.7 pounds)

Other specs

CommentsWindscreen.
Carrying capacitySaddle bags. Topbox.
StarterElectric
Color optionsSparkling Storm Metallic

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