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{{Motorcycle | {{Infobox Motorcycle | ||
|name = BMW K 1600GTL | |name = [[BMW]] K 1600GTL | ||
| | |image = [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--4.jpg|frameless|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
|aka = | |aka = | ||
|manufacturer = BMW | |manufacturer = BMW | ||
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|predecessor = | |predecessor = | ||
|successor = | |successor = | ||
|class = | |class = | ||
|engine = Four stroke, transverse six cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder | |engine = Four stroke, transverse six cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder | ||
|bore_stroke = | |bore_stroke = | ||
|compression = 12.2:1 | |compression = 12.2:1 | ||
|top_speed = 239.2 km/h / 148.6 mph | |top_speed = 239.2 km/h / 148.6 mph | ||
|power = | |power = | ||
|torque = | |torque = | ||
|fuel_system = | |fuel_system = | ||
|ignition = Digital CDI | |ignition = Digital CDI | ||
|spark_plug = | |spark_plug = | ||
|battery = 12 V / 19 Ah maintenance free | |battery = 12 V / 19 Ah maintenance free | ||
|transmission = 6 Speed | |transmission = 6 Speed | ||
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|related = | |related = | ||
|competition = | |competition = | ||
}} | }} | ||
It could reach a top speed of 239.2 km/h / 148.6 mph. | |||
==Engine== | ==Engine== | ||
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It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 190/55 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x ∅320mm discs, 4 piston calipers in the front and a Single ∅320mm disc, 2 piston [[caliper]] in the rear. The front suspension was a Dual longitudinal control arm while the rear was equipped with a Paralever (single-sided swing arm), central spring strut, rebound/continuously variable. The K 1600GTL was fitted with a 26.5 Liters / 7.0 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 321 kg / 708 lbs. The wheelbase was 1680 mm / 66.1 in long. | It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 190/55 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x ∅320mm discs, 4 piston calipers in the front and a Single ∅320mm disc, 2 piston [[caliper]] in the rear. The front suspension was a Dual longitudinal control arm while the rear was equipped with a Paralever (single-sided swing arm), central spring strut, rebound/continuously variable. The K 1600GTL was fitted with a 26.5 Liters / 7.0 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 321 kg / 708 lbs. The wheelbase was 1680 mm / 66.1 in long. | ||
== Photos == | == Photos == | ||
[[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--4.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | |||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--4.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--6.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--6.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--8.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--8.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--7.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--7.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--2.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--2.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--9.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--9.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | [[File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--3.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL]] | ||
File:BMW-K-1600-GT-L-11--3.jpg|600px|BMW K 1600GTL | |||
== Overview == | |||
BMW K1600GTL | |||
Ever since BMW Motorrad presented | Ever since BMW Motorrad presented | ||
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In the K 1600 GT, the body | In the K 1600 GT, the body colours | ||
of Light Grey metallic and Vermilion Red metallic create a fascinating contrast | of Light Grey metallic and Vermilion Red metallic create a fascinating contrast | ||
with the frame and wheels in Ostra Grey and the engine in Platinum metallic | with the frame and wheels in Ostra Grey and the engine in Platinum metallic | ||
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With its emphasis on comfort and equipment, the K 1600 GTL has a powerful | With its emphasis on comfort and equipment, the K 1600 GTL has a powerful | ||
presence and elegance with elongated lines. This was achieved by means of a | presence and elegance with elongated lines. This was achieved by means of a | ||
harmonious interaction between body | harmonious interaction between body colours and the colouring of the engine and | ||
chassis components. Here, Mineral Silver metallic or Royal Blue metallic 2 | chassis components. Here, Mineral Silver metallic or Royal Blue metallic 2 | ||
provide a perfect match for the Magnesium metallic matt of the painted frame and | provide a perfect match for the Magnesium metallic matt of the painted frame and | ||
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|} | |} | ||
== Videos == | == Videos == | ||
{{#ev:youtube|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-DYOUhgCrU|600|center}} | {{#ev:youtube|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-DYOUhgCrU|600|center}} | ||
[[Category:BMW motorcycles]] | [[Category:BMW motorcycles]] | ||