BMW K 1300 R 2016 vs. BMW K 1600 GT 2023

BMW K 1300 R 2016

BMW K 1600 GT 2023

Overview - BMW K 1300 R 2016 vs BMW K 1600 GT 2023

BMW K 1300 R 2016

BMW K 1600 GT 2023

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Technical Specifications BMW K 1300 R 2016 compared to BMW K 1600 GT 2023

BMW K 1300 R 2016

BMW K 1600 GT 2023

BMW K 1300 R 2016

BMW K 1600 GT 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	80 mm	Bore	72 mm
Stroke	Stroke	64.3 mm	Stroke	67.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	172 HP	Engine power	160.5 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	140 Nm	Torque	180 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,250 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	12.2
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Prop shaft
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	6
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	1,293 ccm	Displacement	1,649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Strut	Front suspension	Duolever

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Paralever

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube, Load-bearing engine	Frame type	Extruded

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,228 mm	Length	2,324 mm
Width	Width	856 mm	Width	1,000 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,585 mm	Wheelbase	1,618 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	820 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	19 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	26.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW K 1300 R 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW K 1600 GT 2023

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