BMW K 1600 GTL User Manual

Starting
Starting the engine
Switch on ignition.
Pre-ride check is performed.
( 80)
ABS self-diagnosis in progress.
( 81)
with Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC)
OE
DTC self-diagnosis is per-
formed. ( 81)
Engage neutral, or pull back
clutch lever if a gear is en-
gaged.
You cannot start the mo-
torcycle with the side stand
extended and a gear engaged.
The engine will switch itself off if
it is started with the transmission
in neutral and then a gear is en-
gaged before retracting the side
stand.
For cold starts and at low
ambient temperatures: pull the
lever to disengage the clutch
and twist the throttle grip
slightly.
Press starter button 1.
The start attempt is auto-
matically interrupted if bat-
tery voltage is too low. Recharge
the battery before you start the
engine, or use jump leads and a
donor battery to start.
Engine starts.
Consult the troubleshooting
chart if the engine refuses to
start. ( 140)
Pre-ride check
The instrument cluster runs a
test of the 'General' warning light
when the ignition is switched on:
this is the "Pre-Ride-Check The
test is aborted if you start the
engine before it completes.
Phase 1
General warning light shows
red.
CHECK! is indicated.
Phase 2
General warning light shows
yellow.
CHECK! is indicated.
The SET light comes on.
If the 'General' warning light does
not show:
Some malfunctions cannot
be indicated if the 'Gener-
5
80
z Riding

BMW K 1600 GTL Specifications

General

Displacement	1, 649 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
ABS	Standard
Max Power	160 hp at 7, 750 rpm
Max Torque	175 Nm at 5, 250 rpm
Fuel Capacity	26.5 liters
Seat Height	750 mm
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Duolever
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut
Front Brake	Double disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers
Rear Brake	Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 2-piston fixed caliper
Engine Type	Oil/water-cooled 4-stroke in-line six-cylinder engine