Six-cylinder in-line engines have always belonged to the showcase drives at BMW . Since 2010 , BMW Motorrad offers fascinating high-performance and luxurious six-cylinder equipment at the highest level with the K 1600 models . The K 1600 GT represents the particularly agile , dynamic variant of the sixcylinder design , while the K 1600 GTL with its more comfortable ergonomics and standard topcase is more for pleasurable riding .
The K 1600 B is of a completely different breed . It provides characteristic “ streamlining ” with a low rear section in bagger style . Its motto is “ The Spirit of the Open Road ”. It represents elegance , power and luxury on two wheels and allows the rider to experience every road , every tour and every moment particularly intensively . Derived from the K 1600 B , the K 1600 Grand America finally combines the superior performance of the six-cylinder in-line engine with exclusive equipment features that make long-distance rides in American highway cruising style an experience that is as comfortable as it is fascinating , both alone or with a partner .
For use in the new K 1600 GT , GTL , B and Grand America , the inspiring six-cylinder engine has been adapted to the current EU-5 regulations . From a technical point of view , the use of the BMS-O engine control , two knock sensors and two additional broadband lambda probes form the centrepiece . In addition to drastically improved emission values , there are also noticeable benefits relating to the power and torque of the six-cylinder engine . The nominal capacity is still 118 kW ( 160 hp ). However , it is now already achieved at a rotational speed of 6 750 rpm and thus 1 000 rpm sooner
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