The BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive motorcycle specifications include a 1,649 cc (100.62 cu in) engine, power of 160 hp (116.8 kW) @ 7,750 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 364 kg (802.5 lb).
Key specifications
2014-2018Model years
1,649 ccDisplacement
160 hpPower
175.0 Nm @ 5,250 rpmTorque
364 kgWet weight
750 mmSeat height
26.5 LFuel tank
1,618 mmWheelbase
Model years covered
20142015201620172018
Year-specific specification changes
The 2014 model is treated as the standard specification. Only later model years with a different supplied value are shown below.
Dry weight
2018323 kg (712.1 lb)
Frame
20162018Aluminum bridge-type frame with load-bearing engine
Front brakes
20152016Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
2017Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
2018Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
Front suspension
20172018BMW Duolever, central spring strut
Rear brakes
20152016Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
2017Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
2018Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear suspension
2017BMW Paralever
2018BMW Motorrad Paralever
Torque
2017174.9 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.0 ft.lbs) @ 5,250 rpm
Wet weight
2017360.2 kg (794 lb)
2018350 kg (771.6 lb)
Wheelbase
20181,680 mm (66.1 inches)
Clutch
20172018Multi-plate wet clutch, hydraulically operated
Electrical
201612 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free battery. Three-phase 580 W alternator.
201812 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free battery. Three-phase 580 W alternator.
Emission details
2017Performance / fuel consumption
2018Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Front wheel travel
2017124 mm (4.9 inches)
2018115 mm (4.5 inches)
Fuel consumption
20174.61 L/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.02 mpg)
20185.70 L/100 km (17.5 km/l or 41.27 mpg)
Greenhouse gases
2017107.0 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
2018132.2 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission)
Overall width
20171,001 mm (39.4 inches)
Power/weight ratio
20180.4954 hp/kg
Trail
2018106 mm (4.2 inches)
Wheels
2017Rim, front 3.50 x 17in.
Mechanical overview
Engine layout snapshot
In-line six, four-stroke • 1,649 cc • Liquid cooled • 160 hp
Chassis snapshot
Wheelbase 1,618 mmSeat 750 mm
6-speed • Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) • 120/70-ZR17 front / 190/55-ZR17 rear
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 120/70-ZR17 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Estimated theoretical fuel range | 576 km |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.440 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 439.6 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 97.0 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.07:1 (Oversquare) |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | In-line six, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,649 cc (100.62 cu in) |
| Power | 160 hp (116.8 kW) @ 7,750 rpm |
| Torque | 175.0 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.1 ft.lbs) @ 5,250 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 72.0 x 67.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 12.2:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet clutch |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Cast Aluminium, partially load bearing engine |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Duolever, central spring strut |
| Rear suspension | Paralever |
| Front wheel travel | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Rake | 27.8° |
| Trail | 108 mm (4.3 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Four-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Wheels | Cast Aluminium |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 364 kg (802.5 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 321 kg (707.7 lb) |
| Seat height | 750 mm (29.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,489 mm (98.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,465 mm (57.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,618 mm (63.7 inches) |
| Carrying capacity | Saddle bags. Topbox. |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 26.50 L (7.00 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 4.00 L (1.06 US gal) |
| Fuel consumption | 4.60 L/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.13 mpg) |
| Greenhouse gases | 106.7 CO 2 g/km. (CO2 – Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Emission details | Emission Standard EU 3 |
Performance
| Top speed | 201.2 km/h (125.0 mph) |
|---|---|
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4984 hp/kg |
Electrical and instruments
| Electrical | 12 V / 19 Ah maintenance free battery. |
|---|
Other specifications
| Color options | Mineral white |
|---|---|
| Price as new | Euro 22400. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
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