Touring · 2024
K 1600 Grand America
US$ 28130. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
MotoLibrary Score
64
/100
Sporty
Power/Weight
0.44 hp/kg
Top Speed
161 km/h
Torque
180 Nm
Engine
1649 ccm
Engine
Displacement
1649.0 ccm (100.62 cubic inches)
Engine Type
In-line six, four-stroke
Power
160.0 HP (116.8 kW)) @ 6750 RPM
Torque
179.9 Nm (18.3 kgf-m or 132.7 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Compression
12.2:1
Bore x Stroke
72.0 x 67.5 mm (2.8 x 2.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder
4
Fuel System
Injection. Electronic intake pipe injection digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire
Fuel Control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Lubrication
Dry sump
Cooling
Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Final Drive
Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch
Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath
Performance
Top Speed
160.9 km/h (100.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption
5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l or 41.27 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases
132.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission Details
Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Chassis
Frame Type
Bridge-type, cast aluminum, load-bearing engine
Rake
27.8°
Trail
106 mm (4.2 inches)
Front Suspension
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut
Front Travel
115 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear Suspension
Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut
Rear Travel
135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase
1618 mm (63.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre
190/55-ZR17
Front Brakes
Double disc. ABS. Four-piston fixed calipers.
Front Brake Ø
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes
Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Wheels
Cast aluminium
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.
367.0 kg (809.1 pounds)
Seat Height
750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height
1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Overall Length
2560 mm (100.8 inches)
Overall Width
1000 mm (39.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity
26.50 litres (7.00 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel
4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Starter
Electric
Color Options
Black Storm Metallic, Manhattan Metallic Matte, Grey Meteoric II Dust Metallic Black.
Instruments
10.25-Inch Color-TFT display
Electrical
Three-phase 700 W alternator. 12 V / 16 Ah, maintenance-free battery.
Light
LED headlight with light icon and adaptive cornering light
Carrying Capacity
Side cases. Top case.
Warranty
3 years
Notes
Audio system with Bluetooth. Cruise control. Dynamic Traction Control. Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment. 3 Ride modes Rain, Road and Dynamic. Seat heating. Heated grips. Windscreen. Tire Pressure Monitor. Charging storage for mobile phones.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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Rider Profile
Who Is This Bike For?
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Advanced
High performance — experienced riders only.
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Best For
Long Distance Touring
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Seat Height
75 cm / 29.5 in
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Handling
Heavy bike — requires confident handling
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