Touring Motorcycles
2027BMW K 1600 B
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The BMW K 1600 B continues into the 2027 model year as part of BMW's touring lineup. It's powered by a 1649.0 ccm (100.62 cubic inches) engine (In-line six, four-stroke) producing 160.0 HP (116.8 kW)) @ 6750 RPM and 179.9 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.7 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Chassis hardware includes a BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut with Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. up front, with a claimed weight of 343.8 kg (758.0 pounds) and a 750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. seat height. Top speed is rated at 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph). 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).
- Capacity
- 1649.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line six, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 343.8 kg
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Power
- 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance, high-comfort touring with a passenger and luggage rather than sport riding.
- Built for
- A refined, silky in-line six-powered grand tourer that blends strong effortless power with plush, opulent, gadget-laden comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not a fit for riders seeking a lightweight, agile bike for tight canyon carving or any 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) @ 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
- 0.4654 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
- 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1618 mm
- Overall length
- 2470 mm
- Overall width
- 1000 mm
- Overall height
- 1339 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Wet weight
- 343.8 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 26.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
- 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
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
- 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 phon
- 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).
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 | 2017 | 2020 | 2022 | 2025 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc | 1649 cc |
| Seat height | 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 |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the BMW K 1600 B?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 B has a Capacity of 1649.0 ccm (100.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the BMW K 1600 B have?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 B has a Power of 160.0 HP (116.8 kW) @ 6750 RPM.
How many gears does the BMW K 1600 B have?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 B has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the BMW K 1600 B?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 B has a Torque of 179.9 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.7 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM.
How much does the BMW K 1600 B weigh?
The 2027 BMW K 1600 B has a Wet weight of 343.8 kg (757.9 pounds).
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