Touring Motorcycles
2027BMW K 1600 GT
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The BMW K 1600 GT continues into the 2027 model year as part of BMW's touring lineup. It's powered by a 1649.0 ccm (100.62 cubic inches) engine (In-line six, four-stroke) producing 160.0 HP (116.8 kW)) @ 6750 RPM and 179.9 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.7 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Chassis hardware includes a BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut with Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. up front, with a claimed weight of 343.0 kg (756.2 pounds) and a 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. seat height. Top speed is rated at 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph).
- Capacity
- 1649.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line six, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 306.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 6750 RPM
What’s new for the 2027 BMW K 1600 GT
vs the 2026| Spec | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 158.2 HP (118.0 kW) @ 6750 RPM | 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 6750 RPM |
| Top speed | 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph) | 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph) |
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?
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Engine
- Capacity
- 1649.0 ccm
- Power
- 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 6750 RPM
- Torque
- 179.9 Nm (18.3 kgf-m) @ 5250 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line six, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5229 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
- 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1618 mm
- Overall length
- 2324 mm
- Overall width
- 1000 mm
- Overall height
- 1440 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 306.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 343.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 26.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags. Luggage Rack. Optional top box.
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Bridge-type, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine
- Front suspension
- BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut
- Rear suspension
- Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut
- Front wheel travel
- 115 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
- Black Storm Metallic, Option 719 Antigua, Sport
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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW K 1600 GT?
The 2027 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 2027 BMW K 1600 GT has a Power of 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 6750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1600 GT have?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 GT has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW K 1600 GT?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 GT has a Torque of 179.9 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.7 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM.
How much does the BMW K 1600 GT weigh?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 GT has a Dry weight of 306.0 kg (674.6 pounds).
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