2012 BMW K 1600 GTL E

BMW K 1600 GTL E 2012


2012 BMW K 1600 GTL E specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

BMW's profilation of this bike
The GTL E, takes the revolutionary K 1600 GTL and adds further ground breaking technology which has never been seen before on a motorcycle as standard. The addition of Dynamic Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Control and Adaptive headlight as standard, optimises the safety, economy and quality of the ride.

General information
Model name BMW K 1600 GTL E
Year 2012
Category Touring
Rating 3.7  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 160.0 HP (116.8 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque 175.0 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.1 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
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)
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Slipper clutch
Driveline Cardan Shaft
Fuel consumption 4.60 litres/100 km (21.7 km/l or 51.13 mpg)
Greenhouse gases 106.7 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 108 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever
Front wheel travel 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear suspension BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear wheel travel 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 190/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc. ABS
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Wheels Aluminium
Seat One piece seat bench
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 321.0 kg (707.7 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 348.0 kg (767.2 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.4984 HP/kg
Seat height 750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alternate seat height 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall height 1465 mm (57.7 inches)
Overall length 2489 mm (98.0 inches)
Overall width 1000 mm (39.4 inches)
Wheelbase 1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Fuel capacity 26.50 litres (7.00 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Silver, blue
Starter Electric
Electrical 12 V/19 Ah, maintenance free battery.
Comments Electrically adjustable windshield.
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