BMW K 1600 B 2022 vs. BMW K 1600 B 2018

BMW K 1600 B 2022

BMW K 1600 B 2022

BMW K 1600 B 2018

BMW K 1600 B 2018

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Technical Specifications BMW K 1600 B 2022 compared to BMW K 1600 B 2018

BMW K 1600 B 2022
BMW K 1600 B 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore72 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke67.5 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power160.5 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque180 NmTorque175 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.2 Compression Ratio12.2
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders6Cylinders6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,649 ccmDisplacement1,649 ccm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionParaleverSuspensionSingle swing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeExtrudedFrame typeExtruded

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,470 mmLength2,489 mm
WidthWidth1,000 mmWidth1,000 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height750 mmSeat Height780 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)344 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)336 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity26.5 lFuel Tank Capacity26.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1600 B 2022

BMW K 1600 B 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 B looks much more relaxed than the K 1600 GT, but it is agile enough to be a lot of fun on intensive tours. It loses only a little of its agility and lean angle freedom due to its coolness and remains a practical motorbike.

Great combination of casual seating position and dynamic handling

Smooth engine

Great engine response

Motorcycle accessible and easy to use overall despite imposing appearance

Outstanding headlight technology

Great display - always easy to read

Comprehensive integration of mobile phone into vehicle

Full map navigation via BMW Connected App

Good balance between stability and handling

Neutral ride

Good brakes and stable ride

Good handling

Good handling.

Connection from mobile phone to vehicle works well in most cases - but when things go wrong it gets annoying

buttons and switches in the cockpit are not backlit

no adaptive cruise control - which you would expect from a touring motorbike in this league

mobile phone compartment snagged from time to time during the test - be careful when stuffing in mobile phones that are too large.

BMW K 1600 B 2018

BMW K 1600 B 2018

If you want to have a broad model range, you also have to fill some niches. BMW, at any rate, is venturing into the manageable excavator segment with the K 1600 B - usually large tourers with flat lines. The K 1600 GT/GTL fits perfectly as a basis, because its equally powerful and cultivated six-cylinder in-line engine is just as much fun on long journeys as it is for spirited country road heating. Weighing over 330 kilos, it is surprisingly sporty to drive, but the heavy vehicle is not quite so fond of quick corrections.

Smooth yet powerful engine

comfortable seating position

full equipment

Dynamic-ESA suspension

ABS Pro

traction control

riding modes

heated grips and seats

xenon headlights

reverse gear

very good brakes

very difficult to manoeuvre

high price

many cool features at extra cost

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW K 1600 B vs BMW K 1600 B

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