2026BMW K 1600 Grand America

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The BMW K 1600 Grand America is a luxury touring motorcycle designed for long-distance riders seeking comfort and performance. Its powerful 1649cc inline-six engine delivers 160 horsepower and exceptional smoothness, while premium features and ergonomics make extended journeys effortless. Best known for combining cruiser-style relaxation with sports-touring capability, it excels on highways and appeals to experienced riders prioritizing refinement.

Capacity: 1649.0 ccm
Engine: In-line six, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 367.0 kg
Seat height: 750 mm
Power: 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering55%

City riding40%

Daily riding65%

Touring99%

Two-up97%

Track20%

Best for: Built primarily for effortless, luxurious long-distance touring with a passenger and full luggage rather than sporty riding.
Built for: A refined, powerful in-line six engine delivers smooth, effortless power and a signature exhaust note that suits a rider who values grand touring comfort over aggressive sportiness.
Not ideal for: This is not the right bike for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a light, flickable machine for tight city streets or track days.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 750mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 BMW K 1600 Grand America, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Riding a year

Based 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.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1649.0 ccm
Power: 160.0 HP (116.8 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: 0.4360 HP/kg (wet)
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: 160.9 km/h (100.0 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1618 mm
Overall length: 2560 mm
Overall width: 1000 mm
Overall height: 1440 mm
Seat height: 750 mm
Wet weight: 367.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 26.50 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres
Carrying capacity: Side cases. Top case.
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

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: 106 mm