Touring Motorcycles
2015BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive
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The 2015 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive is a premium touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking ultimate comfort and luxury. Known for its innovative six-cylinder engine, advanced Duolever suspension, and generous storage capacity, it excels at effortless highway cruising with a commanding presence. Its low seat height and stable wheelbase make it accessible while its dry sump lubrication ensures reliability on extended journeys.
- 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 (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 effortless long-distance touring with a passenger and luggage, prioritizing plush comfort and smooth power delivery over sportiness.
- Built for
- A refined, luxurious grand tourer with a silky in-line six engine, lavish equipment, and a relaxed, commanding riding stance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking a light, flickable bike for tight city commuting, aggressive cornering, or any kind of 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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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
- 0.4984 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 67.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Dry sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet clutch
Performance
- Top speed
- 201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1618 mm
- Overall length
- 2489 mm
- Overall width
- 1000 mm
- Overall height
- 1465 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 321.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 364.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 26.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags. Topbox.
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Cast Aluminium, partially load bearing engine
- Front suspension
- Duolever, central spring strut
- Rear suspension
- 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
- Mineral white metallic
- 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 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc |
| Dry weight | 321 kg | 321 kg | 321 kg | 321 kg | 323 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 762 mm | 750 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 26.5 L | 26.5 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 GTL Exclusive?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive has a Capacity of 1649.0 ccm (100.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive have?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive has a Power of 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 7750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive have?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive 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 Exclusive weigh?
The 2015 BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive has a Dry weight of 321.0 kg (707.7 pounds).
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