BMW K 1600GTL User Manual

If tires are inexpertly re-
moved, the RDC sensors
may be damaged.
Inform the authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer or the
specialist service facility on the
fact that the wheel is equipped
with a RDC sensor.
On motorcycles equipped with
TPC/RDC, a corresponding
sticker is located on the wheel
rim at the position of the
TPC/RDC sensor. During a
tire change it must be ensured
that the TPC/RDC sensor
is not damaged. Inform the
BMW Motorrad retailer or the
authorized workshop of the
TPC/RDC sensor.
Removing front wheel
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on
its center stand.
Remove screws 1 on left and
right.
Pull out front wheel cover to-
ward front.
Unclip retaining clip 1 holding
the sensor cable to the brake
line.
Remove cable tie 2.
Mask off area of wheel rim that
could be scratched in process
of removing brake calipers.
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BMW K 1600GTL Specifications

General

Displacement	1, 649 cc
Transmission	6-speed
Final Drive	Shaft drive
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Front Suspension	BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut
Front Brakes	Dual disc brakes, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers
Traction Control	Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
Engine Type	Oil/water-cooled 4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder engine, two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder
Power	160 hp (118 kW) at 7, 750 rpm
Torque	175 Nm at 5, 250 rpm
Fuel Capacity	26.5 liters
Seat Height	750 mm (29.5 in)
Rear Suspension	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Rear Brakes	Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 2-piston caliper
ABS	BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (partly integral)
Wheelbase	1, 618 mm (63.7 in)