BMW K1600B test: Power Bagger !
The last BMW custom motorcycle, the R1200C discontinued in 2004, did not leave lasting memories … It is different for the K1600B which succeeds it with its orgasmic six-cylinder 160 hp! First try.
Page 4 – Datasheet K1600B
Engine
Type |
Six-cylinder in-line |
Cooling |
Liquid |
Distribution |
4 valves per cyl., DOHC |
Displacement |
1649 cc |
Bore x stroke |
72 x 67.5 mm |
Compression ratio |
12.2: 1 |
Power |
160 hp at 7,750 rpm
|
Couple |
175 Nm at 5,250 rpm
|
Engine management |
Electronic injection, with two modes (Road and Cruise). Ride-by-wire control |
Instrumentation
|
Type |
Two analogue dials with speed and engine speed + 5.7-inch TFT active matrix color display. Scrolling of the functions on the handlebars and "Multi-controler" wheel |
Functions |
Odometer, clock, average and instantaneous consumption, two trips, gear engaged, mapping, suspension mode, engine temperature, air temperature, grips and heated saddle symbol, audio system (option), tire pressure (option), etc.. |
Transmission
|
Clutch |
Multidisc in oil bath, with anti-dribble system |
Ordered |
Hydraulic |
Gearbox |
6 gears (+ optional reverse) |
Final drive |
By cardan shaft
|
Cycle part
|
Frame |
Perimeter in aluminum, carrier motor |
Front suspension |
Duolever (two side members + central spring) |
Suspension Ar |
Central mono-shock absorber. Continuous electronic adjustment via ESA Dynamic |
Front travel |
115 mm |
Travel Ar |
125 mm |
Front brake |
Dual 320mm floating disc, 4-piston calipers |
Ar brake |
320 mm single disc, 2-piston caliper |
ABS |
Partially full ABS (front to rear only) |
Front rim |
3.50 x 17 " |
Tire Ar |
6.00 x 17 " |
Front tire |
120/70/17
|
Tire Ar |
190/55/17 |
Dimensions, weight, capacities
|
Length |
2489 mm |
Width |
100 mm with mirrors |
Wheelbase |
1618 mm |
Saddle height |
780 mm
|
Ground clearance |
Not communicated |
Caster angle |
Not disclosed |
Hunt |
106.4 mm |
Advertised weight
|
336 kg with "90% of full" |
Fuel tank |
26.5 liters |
Consumption (MNC measurements) |
5.7 l / 100 km according to BMW in mixed route |
Commercial information |
Availability |
Immediate in the |
Colors |
Black only |
Guarantee |
2 years, parts and MO |
Price |
€ 23,250
|
|
BMW K1600B |
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