Touring Motorcycles

2015BMW K 1600 GT SE

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The 2015 BMW K 1600 GT SE is a special edition of BMW's six-cylinder luxury sport tourer. Its liquid-cooled 1,649cc inline six makes 160 hp at 7,750 rpm and 175 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive, for a top speed of about 200 km/h. An 810 mm seat, 319 kg wet weight and 24-litre tank suit long, fast trips.

Capacity: 1649.0 ccm
Engine: In-line six, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 295.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM

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What’s new for the 2015 BMW K 1600 GT SE

vs the 2014

Spec	2014	2015
Top speed	—	200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)

Other years 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering70%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring98%

Two-up95%

Track30%

Best for: Built for effortless, high-speed continent-crossing tours with a passenger and luggage in total comfort.
Built for: A refined, powerful in-line six grand tourer that blends silky smooth performance with plush long-distance comfort and premium electronics.
Not ideal for: Not for riders seeking a lightweight, nimble bike for off-road trails or tight urban commuting.

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

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Inseam (optional)

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At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2015 BMW K 1600 GT SE, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 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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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1649.0 ccm
Power: 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM
Torque: 175.0 Nm (17.8 kgf-m) @ 5250 RPM
Engine type: In-line six, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.5424 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 72.0 x 67.5 mm
Compression: 12.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Dry sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath

Performance

Top speed: 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1680 mm
Overall length: 2324 mm
Overall width: 1000 mm
Overall height: 1440 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Dry weight: 295.0 kg
Wet weight: 319.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 24.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Carrying capacity: Saddle bags

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load bearing engine
Front suspension: BMW Motorrad Duolever
Rear suspension: Travel front/rear:
Front wheel travel: 125 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm
Rake (fork angle): 27.8°
Trail: 108 mm

Brakes & wheels

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

Other

Color options: Blue, graphite

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	1649 cc	1649 cc	1649 cc	1649 cc	1649 cc
Dry weight	295 kg	295 kg	295 kg	295 kg	306 kg
Seat height	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm
Fuel capacity	24 L	24 L	24 L	24 L	26.5 L