Touring Motorcycles
2015BMW K 1600 GT
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The 2015 BMW K 1600 GT is a premium touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and luxury. Its powerful inline-six engine, spacious fuel capacity, and integrated saddle bags make it ideal for extended road trips across continents. Known for exceptional refinement and stability, this heavyweight tourer excels at effortless highway cruising with two-up capability.
- 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
What’s new for the 2015 BMW K 1600 GT
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Travel front/rear: | BMW Paralever |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Four-piston calipers. | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance, high-comfort touring with a passenger and luggage rather than sport riding or commuting agility.
- Built for
- A refined, powerful grand tourer that rewards smooth, relaxed riding with effortless highway cruising and a silky inline-six soundtrack.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, flickable bike for tight urban streets.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased 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.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1649.0 ccm
- Power
- 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 152 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- FBMXC01.6K48-004
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.49 L/100km (36.2 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
- 0.5424 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 67.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- 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
- 201.2 km/h (125.0 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
- BMW 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
- White, black, orange/black
- Comments
- Windscreen
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
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 | 2011 | 2015 | 2019 | 2023 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc |
| Dry weight | 295 kg | 295 kg | 295 kg | 306 kg | 306 kg |
| Seat height | 830 mm | 810 mm | 830 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 24 L | 24 L | 26.5 L | 26.5 L | 26.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW K 1600 GT?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GT has a Capacity of 1649.0 ccm (100.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW K 1600 GT have?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GT has a Power of 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1600 GT have?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GT has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW K 1600 GT?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GT has a Torque of 175.0 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.1 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM.
How much does the BMW K 1600 GT weigh?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GT has a Dry weight of 295.0 kg (650.4 pounds).
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