Touring Motorcycles
2013BMW K 1600 GTL E
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The 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL E is a luxury touring bike with a silky six-cylinder engine. Its liquid-cooled 1,649cc in-line six makes 160 hp and 175 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive. ABS, a low 750 mm seat and a 26.5-litre tank make it a refined continent-crosser.
- 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 (117.7 kW) @ 7750 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for effortless long-distance highway touring with a passenger and luggage rather than sport riding or commuting.
- Built for
- Appeals to a rider who values plush comfort, smooth six-cylinder power delivery, and premium touring amenities over outright sportiness or agility.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, budget-conscious buyers, or anyone wanting a light, flickable bike for city commuting or off-road use.
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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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 (117.7 kW) @ 7750 RPM
- Torque
- 175.0 Nm (17.8 kgf-m) @ 5250 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line six, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4984 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
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Slipper clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1680 mm
- Overall length
- 2489 mm
- Overall width
- 1000 mm
- Overall height
- 1465 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 321.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 348.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 26.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
- Front suspension
- BMW Motorrad Duolever
- Rear suspension
- BMW Motorrad 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
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Silver, blue
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1600 cc |
| Dry weight | 321 kg | 321 kg | 321 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 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 GTL E?
The 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL E has a Capacity of 1649.0 ccm (100.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW K 1600 GTL E have?
The 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL E has a Power of 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1600 GTL E have?
The 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL E has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW K 1600 GTL E?
The 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL E 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 GTL E weigh?
The 2013 BMW K 1600 GTL E has a Dry weight of 321.0 kg (707.7 pounds).
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