BMW K 1600 GTL Exclusive User Manual

off) directly at the poles of the
disconnected battery.
ATTENTION
Unsuitable chargers con-
nected to the power socket.
Damage to charger and chassis
electronics.
Use suitable BMW chargers.
The correct charger is avail-
able through your authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Charge disconnected battery
via onboard socket.
NOTICE
The motorcycle's onboard elec-
tronics know when the battery
is fully charged. The onboard
socket is switched off when this
happens.
Comply with operating instruc-
tions of charger.
NOTICE
If you are unable to charge the
battery via the onboard socket,
you may be using a charger that
is not compatible with your mo-
torcycle's electronics. In this
case, charge the battery directly
at the terminals of the discon-
nected battery.
Charge disconnected
battery
Charge battery using a suitable
charger.
Comply with operating instruc-
tions of charger.
Once the battery charging pro-
cedure is complete, disconnect
the charger's terminal clips
from the battery terminals.
NOTICE
In the case of longer periods
when the motorcycle is not be-
ing used, the battery must be
recharged regularly. See the
instructions for caring for your
battery. Always fully recharge
the battery before returning it to
use.
Remove battery
Remove the seat ( 73).
Switch off anti-theft alarm sys-
tem if necessary.
Switch off ignition.
ATTENTION
Incorrect battery disconnec-
tion.
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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