2013 BMW K 1600 GTL

BMW K 1600 GTL 2013


2013 BMW K 1600 GTL specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
When luxury is freed of constraint, it moves to a new level. At the very top of this evolution is the K 1600 GTL – a high-class touring bike like none before it. With the most compact and efficient in-line 6-cylinder engine ever installed in a series production motorcycle.

General information
Motorcycle name BMW K 1600 GTL
Model year 2013
Category Touring
Price as newUS$ 23650. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 4.0  See the detailed rating of touring capabilities, reliability, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorbike.
Engine and transmission
Displacement 1649.0 ccm (100.62 cubic inches)
Engine type In-line six, four-stroke
Power output 160.0 HP (116.8 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 129.0 Nm (13.2 kgf-m or 95.2 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Top speed 201.2 km/h (125.0 mph)
Compression 12.2:1
Bore x stroke 72.0 x 67.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection, digital engine management (BMS-X)
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication system Dry sump
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate clutch in oil bath, hydraulic activation
Driveline Enclosed driveshaft
Fuel consumption 4.52 litres/100 km (22.1 km/l or 52.04 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 104.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission details Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine
Rake (fork angle) 27.8°
Trail 109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever
Front wheel travel 124 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear suspension BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear wheel travel 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tire 120/70-17
Rear tire 190/55-17
Front brakes Double disc. Four-piston calipers. ABS.
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Two-piston calipers. ABS.
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Wheels Cast aluminium wheels
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 321.1 kg (708.0 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 348.4 kg (768.0 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.4982 HP/kg
Seat height 749 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1466 mm (57.7 inches)
Overall length 2487 mm (97.9 inches)
Overall width 1001 mm (39.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1679 mm (66.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 26.50 litres (7.00 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 3.79 litres (1.00 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Blue, grey
Starter Electric
Electrical 12 V / 19 Ah, maintenance-free battery.
Carrying capacity Saddle bags. Topbox.
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