A German proverb says, “Anyone who travels with ambition never travels alone.” It becomes even more meaningful when you have a companion on the journey. The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle embodies both these sentiments. It delivers a level of performance touring that leaves no desire unmet.
Its robust six-cylinder engine now provides even greater dynamism and character, while the ergonomically comfortable vehicle geometry ensures that every mile is enjoyable. The cockpit has been completely redesigned to focus on your interaction, allowing you to experience every trip more consciously and with greater intensity. Traveling together truly begins here — in the spirit of #RideAndShare.
The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle defines what performance touring should be — offering unmatched exclusivity, refinement, and comfort.
2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle – Features and Specs
Enthralling Engine
This engine feels like a legend brought to life. And what could be better than experiencing such a legend firsthand? Its unmatched smoothness, commanding character, and robust performance continue to impress.
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Integrated smartphone charging compartment
Reaching your destination is more important than running out of power. The splash-proof and well-ventilated charging compartment has a USB-C port to keep your smartphone charged while you ride.
Configurable Favorite buttons
Having your key functions close at hand is invaluable when you’re away from home. The four customizable buttons let you assign your preferred settings for quick and easy access.
High-quality Option 719 Classic forged wheel
The Option 719 forged wheel represents heritage and ambition in equal measure. Its construction and elegant design reflect the highest quality, making it a hallmark of exceptional style.
Brilliant 10.25″ TFT display
The 10.25-inch full-color TFT display with integrated navigation and seamless connectivity opens a new riding experience, offering superior readability, intuitive menus, and an advanced control layout.
Generous luggage and storage space
The spacious side and top cases provide ample room for all your travel essentials — even for souvenirs you’ll want to bring home.
Powerful LED headlights
See and discover the world in a whole new light. The full LED headlight with adaptive functionality lets you take that phrase literally, ensuring the best visibility wherever your journey takes you.
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Sound-enhancing audio system 2.0
The standard audio system delivers a premium soundscape to enhance your travels. It is intuitive to control and provides straightforward menu navigation for seamless operation on the road.
Sometimes, the most minor details define an unforgettable trip. That’s why the 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle offers luxury down to the finest touches — whether it’s the optional passenger armrest, custom liners for the cases and top case, or the abundance of chrome trim enhancing the motorcycle’s appearance. The full LED headlight with adaptive lighting ensures perfect visibility, transforming night into day and allowing you to ride comfortably and safely at any hour.
3-year warranty
Every new motorcycle includes coverage of up to 3 years or 36,000 miles, giving you peace of mind wherever you ride.
Colors are only light – but a very special kind of light
Whichever color you choose, the 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle reflects sophistication and exclusivity. Traveling at the top of the touring segment should be evident in comfort, performance, and appearance.
Exclusive – exclusively for you
Being authentic to your own style is essential, even while traveling. With a wide selection of optional equipment and Original BMW Motorrad Accessories, you can customize the 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle to fit your personality. The comfort package adds extra LED headlights, engine protection bars, Keyless Ride, central locking, and an anti-theft alarm. Shift Assist Pro is also included, enabling smooth gear changes without using the clutch.
The name says it all.
The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle is as complete and refined as possible. Yet, like any journey, there’s always room to go further. BMW has assembled two inspiration models — the “endurance runner” and the “exclusive” variant — to spark your imagination and help you explore new levels of comfort and personalization.
Dashboard
Athletic, dynamic, and luxurious, the 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle offers a premium travel experience. The 10.25-inch full-color TFT display supports full-screen interactive map navigation via the BMW Motorrad Connected app, offering cockpit navigation like never before. In split-screen mode, you can simultaneously monitor multiple functions and control them easily with the multi-controller.
Engine
How do legends travel the globe? The 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle’s six-cylinder engine provides the answer. Its performance and character are renowned and now further enhanced. With a revised engine control unit, the torque is even stronger than before. The motorcycle achieves its rated 160 horsepower output 1,000 rpm earlier, now at 6,750 rpm. Engine drag torque control (dynamic engine brake control) and Dynamic ESA ensure superior stability, precisely tuned to the emotionally engaging Ride Modes for focused performance touring.
2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle – Price
The new 2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle is available at $27,745 only.
2024 BMW K 1600 GTL Touring Motorcycle – Technical Specifications
Engine
| Engine Type | Oil/water-cooled, six-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine with four valves per cylinder |
| Bore/stroke | 72 mm x 67.5 mm |
| Capacity | 1,649 ccm |
| Rated output | 160 hp at 6,750 rpm |
| Max. torque | 132.7 lbs. at 5,250 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 12.2: 1 |
| Mixture control | Electronic intake pipe injection digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire |
| Emission control | Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter |
Performance
| Maximum speed | 120+ mph |
| Fuel type | Unleaded super (max. 15 % Ethanol, E15) / ROZ 95 / 90 AKI |
Electrical system
| Alternator | Three-phase alternator with 700 W (nominal power) |
| Battery | 12 V / 16 Ah |
Power transmission
| Clutch | Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath |
| Gearbox | 6-speed, helical gearbox |
| Drive | Shaft drive |
Chassis/brakes
| Frame | Bridge-type frame, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine |
| Front wheel location/suspension | BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut |
| Rear wheel location/suspension | Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm including BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut |
| Suspension travel, front/rear | 4.5″ / 5.3″ |
| Wheelbase | 63.7″ |
| Castor | 4.2″ |
| Steering head angle | 62.2° |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum wheels |
| Rim, front | 3.50 x 17″ |
| Rim, rear | 6.00 x 17″ |
| Tire, front | 120/70 ZR 17 |
| Tire, rear | 190/55 ZR 17 |
| Brake, front | Dual disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers |
| Brake, rear | Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, double-piston caliper |
| ABS | BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (part-integral, slant-layer-optimized) |
Dimensions / weights
| Seat height | 29.5″ |
| Inner leg curve | 69.3″ |
| Usable tank volume | approx. 7 gal. |
| Reserve | approx. 1 gal. |
| Length (over top case) | 98″ |
| Height (at windshield and top case) | 58.7″ – 62.2″ |
| Width (incl. side cases) | 39.4″ |
| Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled | 789 lbs. |
| Permitted total weight | 1,234.6 lbs. |
| Payload (with standard equipment) | 445 lbs. |
