BMW K 1600 GT
BMW K1600GT is a Gran Turismo in style, which offers you a dynamic performance along with comfortable riding. It is a touring motorcycle equipped with 6 in-line cylinders incorporated with compact design and outstanding handling power. The minimal design and dimensions given by the manufacturer will never let you feel bulky, instead of riding a tourer motorcycle.
BMW K 1600 GT Full Specifications
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement (cc) | 1649 |
Engine Type | 4-Stroke In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4 valves per cylinder |
Maximum Power | 158 BHP @ 7750 RPM |
Maximum Torque | 175 NM @ 5250 RPM |
Starter System | Self Start |
Fuel Delivery System | Electronic intake pipe injection |
Ignition | Digital CDI |
Cooling System | Oil-/water Cooled |
Gears | 6-Speed |
Clutch | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath |
Bore (mm) | 72 |
Stroke (mm) | 67.5 |
CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION
Chassis Type | Bridge-Type Frame, Cast Aluminum |
Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Duolever, Central Spring Strut |
Rear Suspension | BMW Motorrad Paralever |
BRAKES
Front Brake | Dual Disc Brake, Diameter 320 mm, 4-Piston Fixed Calipers |
Rear Brake | Single Disc Brake, Diameter 320 mm, Double-Piston Caliper |
TYRES AND WHEELS
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR 17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 190/55 ZR 17 |
Wheel Size (inches) | 17 |
Tyres Types | Tubeless |
Wheel Type | Alloy |
ELECTRICALS
Battery | 12 V / 19 Ah, Maintenance-free |
Tail Light | LED Tail Lamp |
Dashboard | Digital |
Headlamp | 12 V / 19 Ah |
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Length (mm) | 2324 |
Width (mm) | 1000 |
Height (mm) | 1440 |
Weight (Kg) | 306 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 146 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1680 |
COLOR
Colors | Light White, Black Storm Metallic, Cosmic Blue Metallic Black Storm Metallic |
FUEL ECONOMY AND CAPACITY
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) | 26.4 |
Reserve Fuel | 4 |
Fuel Consumption City (kmpl) | 4.00 |
Fuel Consumption Highway (kmpl) | 6.00 |
SAGMart Reviews on BMW K 1600 GT
What's good:
The K 1600 GT is a lower variant of the BMW’s touring line-up. The bike comes with a luxurious and advanced features that is designed for the most demanding riders. As per the Powertrain, it is featuring a 1649cc engine, that gives a good performance in city areas or even in the rough terrain. Riding the bike will make your ride as enjoyable as possible. Few of its pros are given below:
- Stunning Design
- Excellent Performance
- Dynamic Ride Quality
- Adaptive Headlight
What's Bad:
Everything is pretty much likeable in the BMW K 1600 GT, but the company has reduced some luxury features such as arms rest and backrest of the passenger seat. Few of its cons are mentioned below:
- Low Mileage
- Price Issue
Power to mileage:
In the terms of the technical specifications, the K 1600 GT is featuring a same engine as the other variants are used in its Tourer line-up. It gives a good result at a constant horsepower. Let's take a look of its Powertrain, it comes equipped with a 1649cc, six cylinder and in-line engine that generates a maximum power of 160 Hp at 7,750 RPM and makes 175 Nm of torque at 5,250 RPM. All the power is kept managed under by a six speed gear box. Few of its power to mileage are given below:
- 1649cc Engine
- Maximum Power 158 Hp at 7,750 RPM
- Maximum Torque 175 Nm at 5,250 RPM
- Maximum Speed 201.168 KMPH
- Fuel Economy 22 KMPL
Handling and riding:
The handling quality of the BMW K 1600 is pretty much standard, but the manufacturer didn’t blessed it with the luxurious features such as backrests and arm rest of the passenger seat, but still it gives a great sitting position to the rider and pillion. Furthermore, the handling quality gives you a comfortable ride on the long route.
Safety:
It is necessary to consider about the safety equipments, the motorcycle comes equipped with a standard safety features that will take care of your ride. It comes with an ABS technology that does a good job along with the disc-brakes, while the suspensions gives easy cornering in the rough terrain. Few of its safety features are given below:
- Four Piston Fixed Callipers Disc Brake at Front
- Double Piston Calliper Disc at Rear
- Anti-Braking System
- Adaptive Headlight
- Standard Suspensions
Maintenance:
The K1600 GT is a frightfully expensive sport bike that is blessed with powerful components that means it requires much maintenance after a given time interval. Thus, the company provides the spare parts, that is too costly and unavailable of them could disappoint the riders.
Verdict:
It is a lower variant of BMW K1600 that gives all the luxurious features at the lowest price, where the performance and riding quality of this variant is excellent.