BMW R 1250 RT 2023 vs. BMW K 1600 GTL 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW K 1600 GTL 2023

BMW K 1600 GTL 2023

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1250 RT 2023 compared to BMW K 1600 GTL 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023
BMW K 1600 GTL 2023
BMW R 1250 RT 2023
BMW R 1250 RT 2023
BMW K 1600 GTL 2023
BMW K 1600 GTL 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeBoxerEngine typeIn line
BoreBore102.5 mmBore72 mm
StrokeStroke76 mmStroke67.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power136 HPEngine power160.5 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,750 rpm
TorqueTorque143 NmTorque180 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque5,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio12.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquid-airCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,254 ccmDisplacement1,649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTeleleverFront suspensionDuolever
TravelTravel120 mmTravel115 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel136 mmTravel135 mm
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
RakeRake64.1 degreeRake62.2 degree
TrailTrail116 mmTrail106.4 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter276 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Anti-slipping control, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, 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 width180 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,222 mmLength2,489 mm
WidthWidth985 mmWidth1,000 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,618 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height750 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)279 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)358 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity25 lFuel Tank Capacity26.5 l
Top SpeedTop Speed200 km/hTop Speed200 km/h
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions110 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions137 g/km
Stationary noiseStationary noise92 dBStationary noise87 dB
Stationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dBStationary noise over 95dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display, Windscreen adjustableEquipmentConnectivity, Case system, Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Sound System, TFT display, Topcase, Windscreen electronically adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

BMW R 1250 RT 2023

The BMW R 1250 RT simply feels superior when touring. The heavy bike sits compactly in the hand and wags nimbly through the bends. A great touring motorbike.

Great wind and weather protection

Great boxer engine

Powerful acceleration

Easy engine modulation

Well-designed controls

Great integrated luggage

High stability even at high speeds

Somewhat cumbersome when manoeuvring

gear changes at low revs a little choppy

opaque pressure point of the brakes

BMW K 1600 GTL 2023

BMW K 1600 GTL 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1250 RT vs BMW K 1600 GTL

Price BMW R 1250 RT

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Price BMW K 1600 GTL

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