For almost 100 years, BMW Motorrad, BMW’s motorcycle wing, has developed top-notch motorcycles. In 2015, BMW Motorrad kept its streak of high sales for the fifth time in a row. From producing the 1923 R32, a motorcycle that contained a flat-twin boxer engine to the new K1600 and its terrific six-cylinder engine, BMW Motorrad continues to impress. Built for elegant riding, the K1600 is one of BMW's true pride.

BMW Motorrad first launched the K1600 in two variants. The company revealed the K1600GT and K1600GTL in 2010 at the Intermot motorcycle show in Cologne, Germany. In March 2011, they became available for purchase. BMW disclosed the third variant, the K1600B, in 2016. According to the company, the K1600B was built solely for the North American market.

K1600 owners worldwide celebrate June 16th as the “International K1600 Day,” a celebration for the illustrious lineup of motorcycles bearing the K1600 imprint. This event’s origin is traced to the number of cylinders and displacement found in the K1600 (6-16).

Since 2010, the K1600 has offered buyers a dynamic feeling while riding, touring, and cruising. Available in several variants — K1600 GT, K1600 GTL, K 1600 B, and K1600 Grand America — the K1600 series features a terrific top-level engine and some new improvements. Read on to find out more.

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The K1600 GT

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This is a motorcycle that offers you agility, comfort, and high performance while on the go. With a powerful six-cylinder engine, you can ride with an improved focus. Many sensors help show various riding conditions like spring compression, acceleration, or declaration. This feature lets you enjoy excellent damping comfort and reliable handling.

With a 1,649 cc capacity, 64 liters of storage space, 180 max torque at 5,250 rpm, the six-cylinder engine is powerful in all ramifications. Thanks to a superior engine control unit, this engine offers more intensity. What this implies is that riders can take advantage of the bike’s power and torque. The engine drag torque control (dynamic engine brake control) and Dynamic ESA provide the rider with stability.

The silencers are produced from brushed stainless steel and the duo of high-volume rear silencers provides a powerful sound typical of the six-cylinder engine. For navigation, the K1600 comes with a 10.25-inch TFT color display plus connectivity. This lets you enter the world of maps to actualize exact readability on full screen.

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The K1600 GTL

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This one features a regular top case which makes riding more comfortable. Just like the GT, the K1600 GTL has a redesigned engine, a 1,649 cc capacity, and 180 max torque at 5,250 rpm. However, there are a few differences like the storage space, with the GTL having a higher storage space of 113 liters.

Thanks to optional equipment and authentic BMW Motorrad accessories, you can customize your K1600GTL the way you desire. When it comes to safety and comfort, the GTL has outdone itself. You've got extra LED headlights, engine protection bars, Keyless Ride, a central locking system, and finally—an anti-theft alarm. Another feature is the shift assistant Pro.

The K1600 B

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Buying the K1600 B guarantees you a rare satisfaction as its audio system enhances sound, among other amazing things. Although hidden from plain sight, the audio system’s antennas produce an incredible sound. The audio system features a redesigned menu navigation which boosts operability. The menu navigation is reminiscent of your smartphone.

The K1600 has a state-of-the-art lighting innovation made possible by the full-LED headlight plus adaptation headlight. It makes riding along bends safer. The full-screen mode in navigation has a generous display of 1,920x720 pixels in HD resolution.

Stylish cities helped shape the bike’s trendy look. Consider the metallic matte finish that is traced to Manhattan which produces an effect that shows the beauty of the K1600.

The K1600 Grand America

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This one is a mix of the six-cylinder engine’s outstanding performance and limited equipment that offers riders on American highways an unforgettable experience. Whether you ride alone or with someone at the back, the rich feeling of satisfaction does not lessen.

Some Shared Features For The K1600 Models

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All variants of the K16000 share some awesome features such as a six-cylinder engine that conforms to EU-5 regulations plus new BMS-O engine control, two knock sensors and four lambda probes, an increase of the previous two, smooth running and high performance, engine drag torque control as standard, LED adaptive headlight as standard, smartphone pouch with Type-C USB charging option as standard, new audio system 2.0 as optional equipment, and a wide range of optional equipment and authentic BMW Motorrad accessories.

The Price Of The New BMW K1600 Models

For buyers seeking to purchase any of the new K1600 bikes with the impressive six-cylinder engine, the following are the starting prices (tax inclusive) for your desired variant:

  • The K1600 GT, $27,859.
  • The K1600 GTL, $29,938.
  • The K1600 B, $27,609.
  • The K1600 Grand America, $27,745.