BMW K 1600GTL User Manual

Some malfunctions cannot
be indicated if the 'Gener-
al' warning light cannot be dis-
played.
Check that the 'General' warning
light comes on, and that it shows
red and yellow.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
ABS self-diagnosis
The self-diagnosis routine
is determining whether the
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS is
ready for operation. The self-
diagnosis routine launches
automatically when you switch on
the ignition.
Phase 1
Check on system components
monitored by diagnostic sys-
tem while vehicle is parked.
ABS warning light flashes.
Phase 2
Checking wheel sensors while
starting off. The motorcycle
must reach a speed of at least
3 mph (5 km/h) before the ABS
self-diagnosis routine can be
completed.
ABS warning light flashes.
ABS self-diagnosis
completed
The ABS warning lamp goes
out.
If an ABS error is indicated fol-
lowing completion of the ABS
self-diagnosis routine:
It remains possible to con-
tinue riding. Bear in mind that
neither the ABS function nor
the integral braking function is
available.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
DTC self-diagnosis
with Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC)
OE
The readiness for operation
of the BMW Motorrad DTC is
checked by the self-diagnosis.
The self-diagnosis routine runs
automatically when you switch on
the ignition.
Phase 1
Check on system components
monitored by diagnostic sys-
tem while vehicle is parked.
DTC warning light flashes
slowly.
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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)