
| MODEL | K1600 GRAND AMERICA |
| ENGINE TYPE | Four stroke, transverse six cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Year | 2018 / 2019 / |
| Displacement / Capacity | 1649 cc / 100.6 cu in. |
| Bore X Stroke | 72 x 67.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Max Power | 118 kW / 160.5 hp @ 7750 rpm |
| Max Torque | 175 Nm / 17.8 kgf-m / 129 lb-ft @ 5250 rpm |
| Ignition | Digital CDI |
| Induction | 52mm Throttle valve diameter, BMS-X |
| Start System | Electric |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | — |
| Gear Box | Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox, helical cut |
| Clutch | Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically activated |
| Primary / Final Drive | Final Drive : Shaft drive 2.75:1 / Primary Drive : |
| Secondary drive | — |
| Gear Ratio | 1st 2.23 / 2nd 1.641 / 3rd 1.319 / 4th 1.101 / 5th 0.926/ 6th 0.788 |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | Bridge-type frame, cast aluminium, load-bearing engine |
| Front Suspension | Dual longitudinal control arm, Dynamic ESA semi-active suspension (road and dynamic modes) |
| Rear Suspension | Paralever (single-sided swing arm), central spring strut, rebound/continuously variable, Dynamic ESA semi-active suspension / (road and dynamic modes) |
| Brakes | Front Brakes: 2 x 320mm discs, 4 piston calipers / / Rear Brakes : Single 320mm disc, 2 piston caliper / / ABS: BMW Motorrad ABS (partial integral) |
| Traction Management | — |
| Exhaust System | — |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | Length: 2389 m / 98 in |
| Seat Height | 780 mm / 30.7 in |
| Overall Height | 1465 mm / 57.7 in (excl. mirrors) |
| Overall Width | 1000 mm / 39.4 in (incl. mirrors) |
| Overall Weight | Dry Weight - / Wet Weight - 336 kg / 740.7 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 1680 mm / 66.1 in |
| Rake and Trail | Rake: / Trail: |
| WHEEL SPECS | Cast aluminium wheels |
| Wheels / Rims | Front Rim : 3.0 x 17 / Rear Rim : 6.00 x 17 / |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 190/55 ZR17 |
| Front Wheel Travel | 115 mm / 4.9 in |
| Rear Wheel Travel | 135 mm / 5.3 in |
| Castor | 108.4 mm / 4.3 in |
| Steering Angle | 62.2° |
| FUEL SYSTEM | Premium unleaded (95 RON) |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.5 Litres / 7.0 US gal |
| Fuel Reserve | 4 Litres / 1.1 US gal |
| Fuel Consumption | — |
| CAPACITIES | |
| Engine oil | — |
| Brake fluid | — |
| Top Speed | — |
Go even further with the K 1600 Grand America. This fully-equipped touring bike gets you closer to the road than you ever thought possible, without compromising riding pleasure or comfort. Always ready to go the extra mile, the legendary 6-cylinder in-line engine triumphs with an unparalleled smoothness and impressive power. Its design and features are on another level. From the windshield to the distinctive rear with enough space for two passengers, all the way to the easy-to-use top case and backrest, there’s an understated cool about the Bagger. The Grand America makes the horizon seem boundless—and yet within reach. Shaped by freedom. With the iconic low slung lines, this luxury touring Bagger becomes one with the road. The low passenger seat, and integrated top case and backrest make sharing the open road a breeze. Integrated into the rear cases, the rear light design helps the bike stand out in the crowd. Go the distance. No matter how long your dream ride might be, you can expect a dynamic experience with the Bagger's impressive 160 horsepower and 129 lb-ft torque. For when it is time to head back out on the road, reverse assist makes backing out of overlooks and parking spaces effortless. Ride on and on. You’ll never want the journey to end with the K 1600 Grand America. The standard Dynamic ESA offers the best possible handling and idling, while the “Cruise” mode makes the ride even smoother. The standard engine protection bar and the audio system with navigation preparation are guaranteed to impress. For the best road contact. The standard Dynamic ESA significantly increases the first-class riding comfort of the K 1600 Grand America. It ensures the best traction, safety and the highest level of comfort. Dynamic ESA controls the suspension depending on the driving condition and riding maneuvers by automatically adjusting to the detected conditions. In doing so, it ensures significantly improved contact between road and tire, even when in a lean. Enabling riding characteristics which are always stable and an added boost in comfort and safety – especially on those long tours. Simply reverse. Steep paths and narrow space conditions at popular look-out points or parking spots are no issue with the convenient Reverse Assist. Activate the Reverse Assist by putting the bike into neutral and engaging the function using the button on the left handlebar. As soon as the R is shown on the display and started by pressing it, you can glide out of your parking space with ease and get going to your next destination with ample momentum. Source: Bmwmotorcycles
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