Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2027 BMW K1600GTL: TRAVELING TOGETHER.
Introducing the 2027 BMW K1600GTL…
There is a German proverb along the lines of “anyone who travels with ambitions never travels alone.” This is especially true when you are traveling with someone else. The BMW K 1600 GTL represents both these elements. It offers performance touring that leaves no wishes unfulfilled. Its powerful six-cylinder engine now delivers dynamism and superior character: thanks to the comfortably designed vehicle geometry, you can enjoy every mile. – The cockpit has also been designed. to be entirely geared towards interaction with you so you can enjoy every tour even more consciously and intensively. Because traveling together starts here – truly in the spirit of #RideAndShare.
The K 1600 GTL is a synonym for performance touring, where no wish is left unanswered in terms of exclusive character and comfort.
- Legendary six-cylinder in-line engine
- 1,649 cc capacity
- 132.7lbs-ft max. torque at 5,250 rpm
- 29.9gallons of storage space
- 29.5in. seat height
- Enthralling engine
- Integrated smartphone charging compartment
- Configurable Favorite buttons
- High-quality Option 719 Classic forged wheel
- Brilliant 10.25″ TFT display
- Generous luggage and storage space
- Powerful LED headlights
- Sound-enhancing audio system 2.0
2027 BMW K1600GTL Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
Standard equipment
- 25-Inch Color-TFT display with connectivity and integrated map-navigation (by BMW Motorrad Connected App)
- Charging storage for mobile phones (USB-C)
- Fully LED headlight with light icon and adaptive cornering light
- Double tone fanfare
- 4 configurable favorite button cluster
- Dynamic traction control (DTC)
- 3 Ride Modes Rain, Road and Dynamic
- Engine brake control (MSR)
- Dynamic ESA (electronic suspension adjustment with automatic load leveling)
- Hill Start Control (HSC Pro)
- Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
- Reverse Assist
- Heated grips
- Seat heating
- Side cases
- Top case
- Audio system 2.0 with SAT-radio and sound-profiles
- Keyless Ride
- ECall Intelligent Emergency Call
- Complimentary BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service*
Optional equipment
- Comfort-package (consisting of Keyless Ride, central locking system, gear Shift Assist Pro, anti-theft alarm and LED-auxiliary head lamp and engine protection guard) included in Premium Package
- Ground-level lighting
- High seat
- Option 719 seat
- Option 719 classic forged wheels
Optional accessories
- Armrest for passenger
- Liner for top case and side case
- Tank bag
- Chrome parts
- Low windscreen
* BMW Motorrad Ultimate Care Break-In Service (“600 Mile Service”) is included with each new 2027 BMW motorcycle. Time and mileage limits apply (maximum 6 months from the In-Service date or maximum 750 miles, whichever comes first). See your authorized BMW Motorrad dealer for complete details and scheduling.
Colors:
Black Storm Metallic (n/c) unchanged.
Style Exclusive Gravity Blue Metallic has been removed.
Option 719 Blue Ridge Mountain Metallic has been removed.
Edition II Imperial Blue Metallic ($3,995) has been added.
1,649cc liquid-cooled inline-six. 160hp and 132.7 lb.-ft of torque.
BMW Motorrad ABS Pro and Dynamic Engine Brake Control.
Dynamic Traction Control and Hill Start Control Pro.
Cruise Control and Reversing Aid.
10.25” TFT color display with Connectivity.
Full LED lighting with Adaptive Headlight.
Integral Pannier side cases in body color and top case.
Heated Grips and Seat Heating.
Reversing Aid.
Intelligent Emergency Call.
Optional Equip:
Premium Package ($1,880) unchanged.
BMW Motorrad USA 2027 Model Year Update.
BMW Motorrad USA announces information highlighting 2027 model year pricing, color, and equipment changes.
All 2027 BMW motorcycles include the Ultimate Care Break-In Service, or “600 Mile Service” as standard. This included service further provides BMW customers with a truly premium experience. Time and mileage limits apply – maximum 6 months from the in-service date or maximum 750 miles – whichever comes first.
2027 will bring more than just new colors
Character, re-imagined
New colors, new tech, new editions: For the 2027 model year, BMW Motorrad is bringing significantly more than just a fresh lick of paint to the streets. Color updates and graphics meet performance highlights from the world of racing. On top of that, there are new editions that create a new kind of character that can be felt in the design and equipment. Which version suits your tastes?
Born on the racetrack
The new M Motorsport frame of the BMW M 1000 RR
Straight from the WorldSBK to the streets: The BMW M 1000 RR will feature the new M Motorsport frame as standard for model year 2027. The high-tech frame, which is produced using a sand casting process, is 3.3 lbs lighter than the previous version and is clearly designed for optimal performance. Increased precision, quicker acceleration and a palpable boost to stability – racing technology without compromises.
The Edition M Sport
The BMW S 1000 RR Edition M Sport in Blackstorm metallic/M Motorsport
With the Edition M Sport, the S 1000 RR is edging noticeably closer towards the M 1000 RR, both in its presence and its vision. The Blackstorm metallic paintwork with striking graphics in the iconic Motorsport colors enhances its racing character. Performance and design highlights, such as the Dynamics and Race packages, as well as the M Carbon package and the M Billet pack, all come together to create an uncompromising total package.
New edition models for the Tourers
BMW K 1600 GTL Edition II
The BMW K 1600 GTL is being given a fresh new look in Imperial Blue Metallic with the Edition II. This gives a confident presence like never before. However, the focus is on the total package: Elaborate graphics create striking accents – in Monolith Metallic Matte for the GTL. Complemented by rim graphics, an Edition badge and particularly high-quality seats, we have created an Edition that rises head and shoulders above the rest of the series.
BMW K 1600 B and Grand America Edition II
The BMW K 1600 B Edition II and the BMW K 1600 Grand America Edition II have also been given a fresh lick of paint in Imperial Blue Metallic. For an even more confident ride and a striking silhouette. Elegant hand-drawn linework in Overcast white creates subtle accents and emphasizes the sophisticated character of the impressive Tourer.
A new look and an off-road upgrade
The exclusive Option 719 Hematite in the new Frozen Brooklyn Gray Metallic color scheme reinterprets the R 12 G/S in an entirely new way. Accents in Racing Red and Mineral Gray Metallic Matte enhance its striking character, as does the new red seat, which is designed to complement the frame perfectly. For all those not only looking for adventure, but also an exciting design.
2027 BMW K1600GTL Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
Sometimes it’s the small things that make a trip unforgettable. That’s why the K 1600 GTL is exclusive down to the last detail: be it the available armrest for your companion, the sophisticated, optional liners for cases and top case or the numerous chrome parts that make your bike look perfect. You yourself can rely on the best light conditions you could have hoped for thanks to the full LED headlight with adaptive headlight. Turn night into day – and enjoy riding around the clock in ideal light conditions: for exclusive comfort and visibility.
3 year warranty
Ride on & on & on.
Get up to 3-years or 36,000 miles warranty on all new motorcycles.
Be yourself – and show it
Colors are only light – but a very special kind of light
Whichever color you choose: the K 1600 GTL emphasizes its sophisticated claim. After all, the fact you are traveling at the top end of the spectrum should not just become evident from comfort and performance.
Exclusive – exclusively for you
At the end of the day, staying true to yourself and your approach is the most important thing – even when you’re traveling. Turn the K 1600 GTL into your very own bike with our optional equipment and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories. The comfort package already provides you with additional LED headlights and engine protection bars as well as Keyless Ride, central locking system and anti-theft alarm. The package is rounded off by Shift Assist Pro, enabling gearshifts without having to actuate the clutch.
The name says it all
The K 1600 GTL is as complete and accomplished as you could picture it in your wildest dreams. However, just like it is possible to add a few miles to every trip, we can always add more to the bike. Be inspired and discover even more comfort and personal highlights.
Athletic, dynamic and superior, the K 1600 GTL represents exclusive and comfortable traveling.
However, our design standards go even further: being connected to each other, reading maps, reaching your destination as a team along the most beautiful routes. The 10.25″ TFT color display of the K 1600 GTL is the right companion for this purpose. Its full-screen mode offers a fully interactive map view for navigation with the BMW Motorrad Connected app: for cockpit navigation like you have never experienced it before. In split screen mode, on the other hand, you can rely on several functions at the same time, and you are able to control them in a straight-forward way using the multi-controller.
Data & equipment
How do legends come about and how do they travel around the world? With the K 1600 GTL’s six-cylinder engine, the answer is clear: by traveling. Its character and performance are legendary, yet tangible. And thanks to the revised engine control unit, the torque is now even more powerful than before. The motorcycle develops the 160 hp rated output 1,000 rpm earlier, at 6,750 rpm. Engine drag torque control (dynamic engine brake control) and Dynamic ESA help provide stability and are optimally adapted to the more emotionally designed Ride Modes: for focused performance touring.
Standard silencers
Made of brushed stainless steel, the two large-volume rear silencers ensure a powerful, six-cylinder sound.
Colors are only light – but a very special kind of light
Whichever color you choose: the K 1600 GTL emphasizes its sophisticated claim. After all, the fact you are traveling at the top end of the spectrum should not just become evident from comfort and performance.
Black Storm Metallic
All black. This has always been a sign of calm elegance and powerful dynamics, making it the perfect choice for the K 1600 GTL.
Edition II
The K 1600 GTL Edition II prioritizes presence over restraint: striking graphics in Monolith Metallic Matte, combined with an Edition badge and a high-quality seat. An aesthetic that clearly expresses quality and confidence.
2027 BMW K1600GTL – Totalmotorcycle.com Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: from $ 35,970 USD
Canada MSRP Price: from $ See Dealer CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: from £ See Dealer GBP (total selling price)
Engine
Type
Oil/water-cooled, six-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine with four valves per cylinder
Bore / stroke
72 mm x 67.5 mm
Capacity
1,649 ccm
Rated output
160 hp at 6,750 rpm
Max. torque
132.7 lbs. at 5,250 rpm
Compression ratio
12.2 : 1
Mixture control
Electronic intake pipe injection digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Emission control
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter
Performance
Maximum speed
120+ mph
Fuel type
Unleaded super (max. 15 % Ethanol, E15) / ROZ 95 / 90 AKI
Electrical system
Alternator
Three-phase alternator with 700 W (nominal power)
Battery
12 V / 16 Ah
Power transmission
Clutch
Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath
Gearbox
6-speed, helical, gearbox
Drive
Shaft drive
Chassis / brakes
Frame
Bridge-type frame, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut
Rear wheel location / suspension
Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut
Suspension travel, front / rear
4.5” / 5.3”
Wheelbase
63.7”
Castor
4.2”
Steering head angle
62.2°
Wheels
Cast aluminum wheels
Rim, front
3.50 x 17″
Rim, rear
6.00 x 17″
Tire, front
120/70 ZR 17
Tire, 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
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (part-integral, slant-layer-optimized)
Dimension / weights
Seat height
29.5”
Inner leg curve
69.3”
Usable tank volume
approx. 7 gal.
Reserve
approx. 1 gal.
Length (over top case)
98”
Height (at windshield and top case)
58.7” – 62.2”
Width (incl. side cases)
39.4”
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled
789 lbs.
1)
Permitted total weight
1,234.6 lbs.
Payload (with standard equipment)
445 lbs.
1) According to guideline VO (EU) 168/2013 with all fluids, with standard equipment and fuelled with at least 90% of usable tank volume.
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