Touring Motorcycles
2024BMW K 1600 GTL
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The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL is a luxury sport-touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and refinement. Powered by a six-cylinder engine and featuring an adaptive xenon headlight, it excels at highway cruising with its spacious ergonomics and substantial fuel capacity. Best known for combining touring capability with premium technology and smooth performance.
- Capacity
- 1649.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line six, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 348.0 kg
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Power
- 160.0 HP (119.3 kW) @ 6750 RPM
What’s new for the 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL
vs the 2023| Spec | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM | 160.0 HP (119.3 kW) @ 6750 RPM |
| Top speed | 197.2 km/h (122.5 mph) | 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph) |
| Front suspension | BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut | BMW Motorrad Duolever |
| Rear suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut | Swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. | Double disc. 4-piston. EVO brake system with the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for effortless long-distance touring, devouring highway miles with a smooth six-cylinder engine, full weather protection, and premium comfort features.
- Built for
- A refined, luxurious grand tourer that prioritizes silky power delivery, stability, and rider/passenger comfort over sharp sporting dynamics.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a light, flickable bike for tight urban commuting.
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 (119.3 kW) @ 6750 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 147 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- RBMXC01.65K4-007
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.24 L/100km (37.7 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.6 CO g/km
- Torque
- 180.0 Nm (18.4 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
- 0.4598 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
- 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1618 mm
- Overall length
- 2489 mm
- Overall width
- 1000 mm
- Overall height
- 1465 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 348.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 357.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 26.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Bridge-type main frame made of light alloy
- Front suspension
- BMW Motorrad Duolever
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever
- Front wheel travel
- 125 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 29.4°
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. 4-piston. EVO brake system with the BMW Motorrad Integral ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Black Storm Metallic, Meteoric II Dust Metallic, Exclusive Blue
- 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 | 2024 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc |
| Dry weight | 321 kg | 321 kg | 323 kg | 348 kg | 348 kg | 348 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 26.5 L | 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.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 2 recalls may applyPOWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SEALS/GASKETSApr 2026 · 26V214000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2017-2025 K 1600 GT, GTL, B and 2018-2025 Grand America vehicles. The seal for the reverse gear control unit may deteriorate and allow moisture inside the control unit, which can result in the unit overheating.
Risk: An overheated reverse gear control unit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the reverse gear control unit, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 25, 2026.
SUSPENSION:FRONTFeb 2024 · 24V165000
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2024 R 1250RT, K 1600GT, K 1600GTL, and K 1600B motorcycles. The front spring strut may contain an incorrectly manufactured proportional valve that can loosen, and result in strut failure and a loss of stability.
Risk: A loss of stability while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the strut production dates and replace the front spring struts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
These recalls cover some 2024 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all BMW recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW K 1600 GTL?
The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL has a Capacity of 1649.0 ccm (100.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW K 1600 GTL have?
The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL has a Power of 160.0 HP (119.3 kW) @ 6750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1600 GTL have?
The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW K 1600 GTL?
The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL has a Torque of 180.0 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM.
How much does the BMW K 1600 GTL weigh?
The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL has a Dry weight of 348.0 kg (767.2 pounds).
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