BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive User Manual

General instructions
The 'Maintenance' chapter de-
scribes work involving the check-
ing and replacement of wear
parts that can be performed with
a minimum of effort.
If special tightening torques are
to be taken into account for
assembly, these are listed. An
overview of all required tightening
torques is contained in the
chapter "Technical Data".
Information on additional main-
tenance and repair work is pro-
vided in the Repair Manual for
your vehicle on DVD, which you
can obtain from your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Special tools and thorough spe-
cialized knowledge are required
to carry out some of the work
described here. If you are in
doubt, consult an authorized
workshop, preferably your au-
thorized BMW Motorrad retailer.
Onboard tool kit
Onboard toolkit
1 Screwdriver handle
2 Reversible screwdriver in-
sert
Phillips PH1 and Torx T25
3 Torx wrench, T25/T30
T25 on short end, T30 on
long end
Replace bulb for
high-beam headlight
( 127).
Adjusting shift lever
( 71).
3 Remove license-plate
carrier.
Engine oil
Check engine oil level
WARNING
Engine oil level too low.
Risk of an accident caused by
the engine blocking.
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
ATTENTION
The oil level varies with the
temperature of the oil. The
higher the temperature, the
higher the level of oil in the
sump.
Misinterpretation of the oil capac-
ity
Only check the oil level after
a longer journey or when the
engine is warm.
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z Maintenance

BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive Specifications

General

Displacement	1649 cc
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear Brakes	Single 320 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Tire Front	120/70 ZR 17
Tire Rear	190/55 ZR 17
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke in-line six-cylinder
Power	160 hp at 7750 rpm
Torque	175 Nm at 5250 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Capacity	26.5 liters
Seat Height	750 mm
Weight	364 kg (unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled)
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Duolever
Front Brakes	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Length	2489 mm
Width	1000 mm
Wheelbase	1, 618 mm
Height	1, 465 mm