Motorcycle specifications BMWK 1600 B 2021 Sumptuous bagger

What could motivate the K 1600 B to attack languorous roads on good wheels? A few not-so-innocent modifications in 2021. In addition to reverse gear, the bagger will benefit from an adaptive cornering light, tire pressure monitoring and daytime running lights.

Previous changes date back to 2019, when the seat was lowered from 780 to 750 mm, and Hill Start Control Pro was added to the standard equipment - a hill-starting aid that can come in handy with a vessel of this size. But a more languid vessel than the usual Behemoth productions.

A bagger in the BMW range is a novelty... and rather logical given BMW's desire to expand. For the American market, this kind of custom-touring is a must in the range. For example, the best-selling Harley-Davidson is a bagger, the Street Glide. The K 1600 B has been given this mission, and it's a strong argument in its favor, standing out from the rest of the sector. Almost all baggers are powered by a V-twin; the K 1600 B offers much more majesty with its six-cylinder engine.

The K 1600 B is not totally unknown. Its arrival had been prepared with the 101 concept, presented at the Villa d'Este Concours d'Elegance. Powerful, it has no rivals. Its 160 hp provide almost twice as many watts as the main players in the segment. Only the Honda Goldwing can challenge it in terms of velvety smoothness and mechanical nobility.

The BMW K 1600 B is defined by its distinctive streamline styling, with a low, sweeping rear end. The bike's ambition is reflected in a slender line that plunges backwards, integrating the side cases which in turn incorporate the American-style rear lights. Strictly parallel to the road, the new all-chrome mufflers blend organically into the bagger's lines.

Derived in large part from the technology of the K 1600 GT grand tourer, the K 1600 B gets its spectacular sweeping lines from an entirely new rear section. Not only does it give the bagger a particularly low, stretched look, but thanks to a new rear frame, it also offers the passenger a significantly reduced seat height.

rearranged side panniers and lift-up rear mudguard for easy wheel removal.

The redesigned side panniers feature a flatter lid and lowered body for more comfortable and efficient luggage loading. The rear mudguard can be raised to facilitate rear wheel removal.

high performance and effective protection against wind and weather.

The fairing with its dynamically adjusted windscreen gives the K 1600 B a particularly imposing and powerful look. Underneath the aerodynamic deflectors, the fairing sides extend to the rear to provide particularly effective protection against wind and weather. Hands are protected by wind deflectors. The two rear-view mirrors, with their large, partly aspherical mirrors for an excellent view of following vehicles, also blend in perfectly with the motorcycle's design language.

eSA dynamic electronically controlled suspension with automatic damping adjustment as standard.

Equipped with ESA dynamic electronically controlled suspension and its "Road" and "Cruise" riding modes, the K 1600 B masterfully combines fun, directional stability and dynamic handling to deliver an incomparable riding experience. In standard "Road" mode, damping adjustment is fully automatic, offering maximum comfort and the best possible traction on almost any road surface. In Cruise mode, on the other hand, the K 1600 B switches to a particularly soft damping law, ensuring very pronounced comfort at low speeds.

reverse assist for easy manoeuvring and Shifter Pro for upshifting and downshifting without using the clutch.

On the K 1600 B, maneuvering the bike is a breeze thanks to the reverse assist system. It's easy to activate from the left-hand switch. Just press the start button and the bike moves off.

The optional Pro shifter allows you to upshift and downshift without using the clutch; a large proportion of shifts can be performed via this device.

comfortable footrests for a "feet forward" position and exclusive forged rims available as options for customizing your bike.

A wide range of BMW Genuine Accessories and factory-fitted options are available to satisfy virtually any desire to personalize the K 1600 B. These include comfortable running boards for the passenger, which can also be fitted to the rider's seat, allowing him or her to adopt a particularly relaxed "feet forward" position. New-look forged wheels with eleven double-spoke rims further enhance the K 1600 B's exclusivity.

bMW K 1600 B highlights at a glance :

- In-line six-cylinder engine compliant with Euro 4 emission standards, output 118 kW (160 hp) at 7,750 rpm, maximum torque 175 Nm at 5,250 rpm.
- Bagger design with a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette and low rear end.
- Low rear frame for reduced rear bike height, reduced passenger seat height and typical bagger look.
- Re-engineered fixed side cases, central rear cover and integrated American-style headlight clusters.
- Rear chrome mufflers parallel to the road with ribbed end caps.
- Flip-up rear mudguard for easy wheel removal.
- Optimized wind and weather protection thanks to aerodynamic deflectors and fairing sides extending far back.
- Short, electrically adjustable bagger-style bubble.
- Electronically controlled ESA dynamic suspension with automatic damping adjustment and "Road" and "Cruise" damping modes as standard.
- Reverse assist for easy maneuvering of the bike, factory option.
- Shifter Pro for clutchless upshifting and downshifting, factory option.
- Intelligent emergency call for rapid assistance in the event of accidents and emergencies, ex-factory option (ConnectedDrive-enabled European markets only).