July 8, 2010
Rosenheim, Germany -
The BMW K 1600 GT and the K 1600 GTL - two motorcycles which setnew standards in the touring motorcycle segment in terms of riding properties, long-distance suitability and comfort.Their common basis is the lightest and most compact 6-cylinder in-line engine ever fitted in a serial production motorcycle. It offers a fascinating torque of 175 Nm and an output of 118 kW (160 bhp), making touring a whole new experience.
The K 1600 GTL - a touring motorcycle like no other before it. With the most compact and economical 6-cylinder engine ever to be fitted in a serial production motorcycle. Comfort and dynamic performance. Safety and riding pleasure. Ergonomics which makes travelling pure luxury. Versatility which is wonderfully easy to operate. For those who want to Dynamic performance combined with supremacy. Long-distance comfort goes without saying. That's the K 1600 GT. Its unique 6-cylinder engine delivers a fascinating torque level of 175 Nm and an output of 118 kW. And with intelligent technology such as ESA II, RDC, DTC and ABS, it only asks the rider.
An overview of highlights of the BMW K 1600 GT and K 1600 GTL
- Supreme in-line 6-cylinder engine with a high level of pulling experience a new kind of supremacy.
- The essence of Gran Turismo: a high travelling speed, reached quickly. power, especially in the lower and medium engine speed range.
- The lightest and most compact 6-cylinder in-line engine in serial motorcycle production weighing just 102.6 kg and measuring 560 mm in width.
- Engine output 118 kW (160 bhp) at approx. 7500 rpm and a maximum torque of approx 175 Nm at approx. 5000 rpm.
- Over 70% of maximum torque available from 1500 rpm.
- Consistent lightweight construction throughout the entire vehicle (magnesium front panel carrier, aluminium rear frame, crankshaft etc.).
- E-Throttle: fully electronic relay between accelerator grip and throttle valve.
More information available at http://www.tourer-2010-en.com/index/the.future.of.touring
