2026 Honda Gold Wing DCT vs 2026 BMW K 1600 B - Spec Comparison
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2026 Honda Gold Wing DCT
The 2026 Honda Gold Wing DCT is a premium touring cruiser designed for long-distance riders seeking unmatched comfort and technology. Its potent 1,833cc flat-six engine paired with automatic DCT transmission delivers smooth, effortless highway performance ideal for two-up touring. Known for legendary reliability and refined cruising capability, it excels at absorbing miles while maintaining luxury-car levels of comfort and control.
2026 BMW K 1600 B
The 2026 BMW K 1600 B is a heavyweight touring cruiser powered by a distinctive 1649cc inline-six engine delivering 160 horsepower and smooth, abundant torque. Designed for riders seeking comfortable, long-distance cruising with classic styling and BMW's legendary reliability, it excels at highway touring and casual weekend rides. Its low seat height and accessible ergonomics make it approachable for varied rider sizes despite its substantial presence.
2026 Honda Gold Wing DCT vs 2026 BMW K 1600 B: the key differences
Both are touring bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
- The 2026 BMW K 1600 B makes 42 hp more (118 vs 160 hp).
- The 2026 BMW K 1600 B is 29 kg lighter (344 vs 373 kg).
- The 2026 BMW K 1600 B carries 5.5 litres more fuel (21 vs 26.5 L).
2026 Honda Gold Wing DCT: Built for effortless, long-distance touring with maximum comfort rather than outright speed or sportiness.
2026 BMW K 1600 B: Built for long-distance, high-comfort touring with a passenger and luggage rather than sport riding.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 BMW K 1600 B if you want more power, lighter weight and a bigger tank. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Honda Gold Wing DCT | 2026 BMW K 1600 B |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Touring | Touring |
| Color Options | - | Black Storm Metallic, Exclusive, Option 719 Casablanca |
| Comments | - | 3 Ride Modes: Rain, Road und Dynamic. Cruise control, DTC (Dynamic Traction Control), Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), Seat and grip heating. Tire Pressure Monitor. Windscreen. Reverse Assist. Charging storage for mobile phones (USB-C). |
| Fuel Tank Material | - | Plastic |
| Carrying capacity | - | Saddle bags |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 1833.0 ccm (111.86 cubic inches) | 1649.0 ccm (100.63 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Boxer, four-stroke | In-line six, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 73.0 x 73.0 mm (2.9 x 2.9 inches) | 72.0 x 67.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 10.5:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping | - |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| CO2 Emissions | - | 147 CO2 g/km |
| EPA Certificate No. | - | TBMXC01.65K4-007 |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | - | 6.24 L/100km (37.7 US mpg) |
| EPA CO Emissions | - | 0.6 CO g/km |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l or 41.27 mpg) |
| Aspiration | - | Naturally aspirated |
| Lubrication System | - | Dry sump |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 118.0 HP (93.0 kW) @ 5500 RPM | ✓160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 170.0 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM | ✓179.9 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.7 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.3164 HP/kg (wet) | 0.4654 HP/kg (wet) |
| Top Speed | - | 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Twin-spar aluminum frame | Bridge-type, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone Type; 4.3 inches travel | BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut |
| Rear Suspension | Pro Arm® single-side swingarm with Pro-Link® single shock; 4.1 inches travel | Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 104 mm (4.1 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.5° | 27.8° |
| Trail | 109 mm (4.3 inches) | 106 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | - |
| Front Wheel Travel | - | 115 mm (4.5 inches) |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | 320mm x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with 6-piston calliper, floating rotors and sintered metal pads | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | 316mm x 11mm ventilated disc with 3-piston calliper and sintered metal pads | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front Tyre | 130/70R18 M/C 63H | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 200/55R16 M/C 77H | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | - | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| ABS | - | Yes |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1695 mm (66.7 inches) | 1618 mm (63.7 inches) |
| Seat Height | ✓745 mm (29.3 inches) | 750 mm (29.5 inches) |
| Wet Weight | 373.0 kg (822.3 pounds) | ✓343.8 kg (757.9 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons) | ✓26.50 litres (7.00 US gallons) |
| Overall Length | - | 2470 mm (97.2 inches) |
| Overall Width | - | 1000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Overall Height | - | 1339 mm (52.7 inches) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | - | 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Final Drive | Shaft | Shaft |
| Clutch | 7-speed Automatic DCT transmission | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath |
| Gearbox | - | 6-speed |
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