BMW K1600GTL User Manual

If the oil level is above the MAX
mark:
Have the oil level corrected
by a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Install the oil dipstick.
Topping up engine oil
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Wipe the area around the filler
neck clean.
Remove oil dipstick 1.
ATTENTION
Not enough or too much en-
gine oil.
Engine damage
Always make sure that the oil
level is correct.
Top up the engine oil to the
specified level.
Checking engine oil level
( 130).
Install the oil dipstick.
Brake system
Checking function of
brakes
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
Pull the front brake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
Press the footbrake lever.
The pressure point must be
clearly perceptible.
If pressure points are not clearly
perceptible:
ATTENTION
Work on brake system not
in compliance with correct
procedure.
Risk to operational reliability of
the brake system.
Have all work on the brake sys-
tem undertaken by trained and
qualified specialists.
Have the brakes checked by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Checking front brake pad
thickness
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its stand.
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BMW K1600GTL Specifications

General

Displacement	1649 cc
ABS	Standard
Traction Control	Standard
Suspension Front	BMW Motorrad Duolever
Suspension Rear	BMW Motorrad Paralever
Tires Front	120/70 ZR 17
Tires Rear	190/55 ZR 17
Engine Type	Oil/water-cooled, six-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine
Power	118 kW (160 hp) at 7, 750 rpm
Torque	175 Nm at 5250 rpm
Transmission	6-speed
Fuel Capacity	26.5 liters
Seat Height	750 mm
Brakes Front	Dual 320 mm discs, 4-piston calipers
Brakes Rear	Single 320 mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Weight	358 kg (unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled)