BMW K 1600 GT - 2017 Specifications and Reviews

Powered by a Euro 4 compliant liquid cooled 1649.00cc in-line 6 cylinder engine, producing 160.5bhp

The 103kg engine is angled forwards for optimum weight distribution and a low centre of gravity. 

Compared to the 2011-2016 BMW K1600GT model fuel capacity is now up from 24 to 26.5 litres, a revised engine mapping makes the emissions Euro 4 compliant, ESA and DTC are now standard, the new side fairings offer improved wind protection, new silencer ends.

For storage there are large colour coded panniers and a waterproof lockable glove box in the right fairing. When the satnav is fitted a cover pops down when parked to keep it secure.

There is also a 5.7" colour TFT screen in the centre of the clocks, connected to the multi controller on the left bar, which gives access to the range of options on the bike including the extensive multimedia capabilities. 

Optional Extras include reverse assist, hill start control, adaptive headlight, heated grips, heated seat, side-mounted additional LED headlights, see me home lights with the optional central locking, computer, tyre pressure monitoring, higher screen, 49 litre top box, engine bars, cruise control, quickshifter, keyless start, audio system  and Akrapovic silencers.

In some countries you also now get the option of having BMW Intelligent Emergency Call system, operated from the right handlebar. It activates automatically to send your coordinates to the emergency services, via the BMW call centre, but can also be activated manually.

The K1600GT SE model gets you the shiny headlight, tyre pressure monitor, hill start control, reverse assist and daytime running light as standard.