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2014 BMW K1600GT

2014 BMW K1600GT

2014 BMW K1600GT

2014 BMW K1600GT

2014 BMW K1600GT Review

2014 BMW K1600GT on Totalmotorcycle.com

Gran Turismo.

Gran Turismo. Travel in big style. That means combining dynamic performance and comfort – and transforming distance into free space. BMW Motorrad’s vision was the essence of this philosophy – the pure sense of Gran Turismo. This vision has now taken shape in the K1600GT.

The in-line 6-cylinder engines by BMW are legendary. A myth which has been realised once more in the K1600GT – but now more compactly than ever before. 1649 cc, 118 kW (160 bhp) and a maximum torque of 175 Nm. Even the facts are impressive. But the riding experience is even more inspiring. The transversely installed power units delivers an extraordinary level of dynamic performance as well as refined running smoothness.

If the rider is in the mood for a show of sporty prowess, the engine willingly puts in a burst of speed even in the lower engine speed range, and it is in its element over high-speed stretches. Over 70% of the maximum torque is available from just 1500 rpm.

While the bike’s power reserves are huge, its dimensions are reduced. Weighing just under 103 kg and with a width of 555 mm – never was a large-volume in-line 6-cylinder so compact. For outstanding handling and increased banking freedom. And a whole new touring bike feel.

For better visibility going into bends, the GT presents the optionally available adaptive headlight. It not only increases the exclusivity but also the active safety of the machine. Vision fulfilled.

 

2014 BMW K1600GT Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features


Special Features
LED Indicators
Power Modes (Rain, Road and Dynamic)
Heated Grips
Colour Coded Pannier Cases
Electrically Adjustable Windshield
Main Centre Stand
Xenon Headlight
Seat Heating
Cruise Control
E-gas (ride-by-wire throttle)
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partial) as standard
Engine/Driveline
6-cylinder in-line engine, mounted across frame
E-gas
Fuel Grade 95 ROZ
Stainless Steel Exhaust System
6 Speed Gearbox
Shaft Drive
2 Closed Loop 3 way Catalytic Converter EU-4
Digital Engine Management (BMS-KP2)
4 valve cylinder head
Running Gear
Side stand with engine cut out
Hydraulic rear spring preload adjuster
Single disk rear brake
Twin disk front brake
BMW Motorrad duolever front suspension and paralever (EVO) rear suspension
Cast aluminium wheels
Continuously adjustable rear rebound damping
Slipper clutch
Electronics
Electronic immobiliser
Heated Grips
Power socket
Xenon Headlight
Cruise Control
Seat Heating
Brake pad renewal indicator
LED Indicators
Info flat screen (digital clock, gear indicator, fuel gauge, coolant temperature and cruising range indicator, total 2 trip odometers, service interval indicators), display on board computer: remaining distance, average consumption, 2x average speed
Hazard Warning Flasher
LED tail light
Power modes
Equipment
Preparation for Audio System, GPS Device and Bluetooth and Radio software
Colour coded pannier cases
Storage compartment with toolkit under passenger seat
One key system for ignition, steering, fuel filler cap, storage compartment, pannier case and dual seat locks
Luggage Rack
Adjustable hand brake and clutch lever
Centre stand
Integral ignition switch and steering lock
Two section dual seat with variable height rider’s seat
Electrically adjustable Windshield

 

 

 

2014 BMW K1600GT Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

Our brand new, six-cylinder engine is perfectly complimented by the ergonomics of the K 1600 GT. Designed to be the ultimate European-style performance touring bike, the key ‘triangle’ between footrests, seat and handlebars on the GT give the rider full control of the bike and still provide a high level of long-distance comfort. Both rider and pillion passenger are provided with ample legroom – but the seating position is gently canted toward the front wheel for a dynamic riding experience. The rider’s seat is height-adjustable allowing it to be adapted to individual needs. And with an amazing range of options fitted as standard to add to this, including LED indicators, xenon headlight, heated grips, heated seats, colour coded panniers and more, the K 1600 ‘Gran Turismo’ is the perfect blend of power, comfort and poise.

 

 

 

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2014 BMW K1600GT – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $21,500 USD

Engine

Type
Oil-/watercooled 4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder

Bore x stroke
72 mm x 67.5 mm

Capacity
1,649 cc

Rated output
160 hp at 7,750 rpm

Max. torque
129 lb/ft at 5,250 rpm

Compression ratio
12.2 : 1

Mixture control / engine management
Electronic intake pipe injection, digital engine management (BMS-X)

Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
Over 125 mph

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h
52 mpg at a constant 56 mph

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h

Fuel type
Premium Unleaded

Electrical system

Alternator
three-phase alternator 580 W

Battery
12 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch
Multi-plate clutch in oil bath, hydraulic activation

Gearbox
6-speed, helical gears

Drive
Enclosed driveshaft

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine

Front wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut

Rear wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad Paralever

Suspension travel front / rear
4.9 / 5.3 inches (125mm / 135 mm)

Wheelbase
66.1 inches (1,680 mm)

Castor
4.3 inches (108.4 mm)

Steering head angle
62.2°

Wheels
Cast aluminium wheels

Rim, front
3.50 x 17 inches

Rim, rear
6.00 x 17 inches

Tyres, front
120/70 ZR 17

Tyres, rear
190/55 ZR 17

Brake, front
Dual disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers

Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, double-piston caliper

ABS
STANDARD (part integral)

Dimensions / weights

Length
91.5 inches (2,324 mm)

Width (incl. mirrors)
39.4 inches (1,000 mm)

Height (excl. mirrors)
56.7 inches (1,440 mm)

Seat height, unladen weight
31.9/32.7 inches (adjustable seat height) Standard; variable seat heights available between 29.5 inches and 32.7 inches (available as accessories and/or factory options, see an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer)

Inner leg curve, unladen weight
72.0/73.6 inches (adjustable seat height) Standard; variable inner leg curve (inseam) between 67.7 and 73.6 inches (seats available as accessories and/or factory options, see an authorized BMW Motorrad dealer)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1)
732 lbs

Dry weight 2)
679 lbs

Permitted total weight
1191 lbs

Payload (with standard equipment)
459 lbs

Usable tank volume
7.0 gallons

Reserve
Approx. 1 gallon

 

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2014 BMW K1600GT – Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: $24,800 CDN

Engine

Type
Oil-/watercooled 4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder

Bore x stroke
72 mm x 67,5 mm

Capacity
1.649 cc

Rated output
118 kw at 7.750 rpm

Max. torque
175 Nm at 5.250 rpm

Compression ratio
12,2 : 1

Mixture control / engine management
Electronic intake pipe injection, digital engine management (BMS-X)

Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
Over 200 km/h

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h
4.5 l

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h
5.7 l

Fuel type
Unleaded super, octane number 95 (RON)

Electrical system

Alternator
three-phase alternator 580 W

Battery
12 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free

Power transmission

Clutch
Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath

Gearbox
6-speed, helical, gearbox

Drive
Cardan shaft

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine

Front wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut

Rear wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad Paralever

Suspension travel front / rear
125mm /135 mm

Wheelbase
1,680 mm

Castor
108.4 mm

Steering head angle
62.2°

Wheels
Cast aluminium wheels

Rim, front
3,50 x 17″

Rim, rear
6.00 x 17″

Tyres, front
120/70 ZR 17

Tyres, rear
190/55 ZR 17

Brake, front
Dual disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers

Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, double-piston caliper

ABS
Series: BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (part-integral)

Dimensions / weights

Length
2,324 mm

Width (incl. mirrors)
1,000 mm

Height (excl. mirrors)
1,440 mm

Seat height, unladen weight
810/830 mm (low seat bench: 800/780 mm)

Inner leg curve, unladen weight
1,830/1,870 mm (low seat bench 1,775/1,810 mm)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled 1)
332 kg

Dry weight 2)
306 kg

Permitted total weight
540 kg

Payload (with standard equipment)
208 kg

Usable tank volume
24 l

Reserve
4,0 l

 

 

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2014 BMW K1600GT – Totalmotorcycle.com European/UK Specifications/Technical Details
UK/European MSRP Price: £15,900.00 GBP (On The Road)

Engine

Type
Oil/water cooled 4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder

Bore x stroke
72mm x 67.5mm

Capacity
1,649cc

Rated output
160 hp at 7.750rpm

Max. torque
175 Nm at 5,250rpm

Compression ratio
12.2:1

Mixture control / engine management
Electronic intake pipe injection, digital engine management (BMS-X)

Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / fuel consumption

Maximum speed
Over 200 km/h

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h
4.5L

Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h
5.7L

Fuel type
Unleaded super, octane number 95 (RON)

Electrical System

Alternator
Three-phase alternator 580W

Battery
12V/19Ah, maintenance free

Power transmission

Clutch
Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath

Gearbox
6-speed, helical gearbox

Drive
Cardan Shaft

Chassis / brakes

Frame
Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load bearing engine

Front wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut

Rear wheel location / suspension

Suspension travel front / rear
125mm/135mm

Wheelbase
1,680mm

Castor
108.4mm

Steering head angle
62.2 degrees

Wheels
Aluminium

Rim, Front
3.50 x 17″

Rim, rear
6.00 x 17″

Tyre, front
120/70 ZR 17

Tyre, rear
190/55 ZR 17

Brake, front
Dual disc brake, diameter 320mm, 4-piston fixed callipers

Brake, rear
Single disc brake, diameter 320mm, double-piston calliper

ABS
As Standard: BMW Motorrad ABS (part-integral)

Dimensions / weights

Length
2,324mm

Width (incl. mirrors)
1,000mm

Height (excl. mirrors)
1,440mm

Seat height, unladen weight
810/830mm (low seat bench: 800/780mm)

Inner leg curve, unladen weight
1,830/1,870mm (low seat bench 1,775/1,810mm)

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled
319kg

Dry weight
295kg

Permitted total weight
540kg

Payload (with standard equipment)
209kg

Usable tank volume
24L

Reserve
4L

Specifications, features and prices to change by manufacturer without notice. All information correct as of posted date.
Technical data relate to the unladen weight (DIN)
1) According to Directive 93/93/EEC with all fluids, fuelled to at least 90% of usable fuel tank
2) Unladen weight without fluids