BMW K 1600 GT 2022 vs. Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide FLHXSE 2020

BMW K 1600 GT 2022

Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide FLHXSE 2020

Technical Specifications BMW K 1600 GT 2022 compared to Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide FLHXSE 2020

BMW K 1600 GT 2022

Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide FLHXSE 2020

BMW K 1600 GT 2022

Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide FLHXSE 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	72 mm	Bore	103.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.5 mm	Stroke	114.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	160.5 HP	Engine power	105 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,450 rpm
Torque	Torque	180 Nm	Torque	166 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.2	Compression Ratio	10.2
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Belt
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHV
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	1,649 ccm	Displacement	1,923 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Duolever	Front suspension	Telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Extruded	Frame type	Double cradle
Rake	Rake	62.2 degree	Rake	26 degree
Trail	Trail	106.4 mm	Trail	170 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	130 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	60 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	18 inch
Length	Length	2,324 mm	Length	2,435 mm
Width	Width	1,000 mm	Width	960 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,618 mm	Wheelbase	1,625 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	695 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	343 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	398 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	26.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	22.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1600 GT 2022

The BMW 6-cylinder glides over the road in 2022 with a lot of elegance and a lot of equipment. This time, the new headlight technology was outstanding. The engine tuning and the new ESA chassis are also well done this time. Surprisingly, the wind protection is not perfect and perfectionists will miss an adaptive cruise control. The sovereign 6-cylinder is in the form of its life in the current model year. One enjoys the engine in every situation. The K 1600 GT is a magnificently dimensioned sports tourer that offers a practical balance between comfort and agility.

GT still passes for a sports tourer - surprisingly good performance

Smooth engine

Great engine response

Motorcycle generally accessible and easy to use despite its imposing appearance

Good headlight technology

Great display - always easy to read

Comprehensive integration of smartphone into vehicle

Map navigation via BMW Connected App

Good balance between stability and handling

Neutral ride

Good brakes and stable chassis.

Connection from mobile phone to vehicle works well in most cases - but when it hangs up it gets annoying