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BMW K 1600 GTL
BMW K 1600 GTL
Standard
RM 188,500
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BMW R18 Transcontinental
BMW R18 Transcontinental
Standard
RM 198,500
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BMW K 1600 GTL vs BMW R18 Transcontinental Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW K 1600 GTL and BMW R18 Transcontinental, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW K 1600 GTL priced at RM 188,500 while the BMW R18 Transcontinental Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 198,500. Comparing the technical specifications, BMW R18 Transcontinental engine displacement is 1802 while the BMW K 1600 GTL houses a 1649 engine.

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Overview: K 1600 GTL vs R18 Transcontinental

Brand BMW Malaysia BMW Malaysia
Off Road Price* RM 188,500 K 1600 GTL Price RM 198,500 R18 Transcontinental Price
Variant K 1600 GTL Standard R18 Transcontinental Standard
User Rating 4.75 K 1600 GTL reviews 5 R18 Transcontinental reviews
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia Petrol Petrol Motorcycles in Malaysia
Available Color(s)
Vehicle Type Touring Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia Touring Touring Motorcycles in Malaysia

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1649 cc 1802 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 91 hp

Best Loan Offers

DP RM 37,700 Installment : RM 1,958 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS DP RM 39,700 Installment : RM 2,062 x 84 Months VIEW DECEMBER OFFERS

User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.75/5
16 reviews
5/5
3 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Ultimate Luxury Tourer

    My son talked me into taking the BMW K 1600 GTL and am glad I took his advice. This bike is one of the most lavish rulers in the touring class. There...

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    Andrei Aug 06, 2024 for BMW K 1600 GTL
  • Ultimate Touring Machine

    My son suggested the BMW R 18 Transcontinental and so far, it has really been a pleasant experience for me. This motorcycle is designed primarily for...

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    M
    Marcus Aug 06, 2024 for BMW R18 Transcontinental

From The Experts

Things we like

Majestic visual appeal and road presence

Comfortable ride quality

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Gargantuan and royal road presence

Long-distance touring credentials

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Things we don't like

Not easy to manoeuvre in tight urban traffic conditions

Expensive to buy and maintain

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Cumbersome to ride in tight traffic conditions

Expensive to buy

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1649 cc 1802 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 91 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) 26.5 L 24 L
No. Of Cylinder 6 2
Compression Ratio 12.2:1 9.6:1
Bore X Stroke 72 mm x 67.5 mm 107.1 mm x 100 mm
Drive Type Shaft Drive Shaft Drive
Clutch Type Multi-Plate Dry Type
Emission Control Euro 3 --
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhuast Dual Exhaust
Top Speed 200 kmph --
Lubrication System Dry Sump --
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke, In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves, DOHC 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine
Maximum Torque 175 Nm 158 Nm
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Alternator 580 W --
Injection Type Indirect Injection --
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Air-Oil Cooled
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
RPM at Maximum Torque 5250 rpm 3000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm 4750 rpm
Fuel Consumption -- 17.8 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Touring Touring
Kerb Weight 348 kg 427 kg
Seat Height 750 mm 740 mm
Gross Weight 560 kg 630 kg
Seating Capacity 2 1
Width 1000 mm 970 mm
Wheel Base 1680 mm 1695 mm
Dry Weight 321 kg --
Length 2489 mm 2640 mm
Height 1465 mm 1500 mm
Ground Clearance -- 183.5 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Supply System EFI --
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Reserve 4.0 L --

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 125 mm 120 mm
Front Suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever Telescopic Fork
Suspension Travel(Rear) 135 mm 120 mm
Rear Suspension BMW Motorrad Paralever Swingarm

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 19 Ah --

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 R19
Rear Tyre 190/55 ZR17 180/65 R16
Rear Wheel Size R17 R16
Tyre Type Runflat Radial, Tubeless
Front Wheel Size R17 R19

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Stability Control Yes --
Shutter Lock No No
Traction Control Yes --
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Riding Modes Rain, Road Rain, Road Road Road
Leg Guards No No
Engine Immobilizer Optional Optional --
Back Rest Optional Optional No
Launch Control No No
Central Locking Yes No
Engine Check Warning Yes --
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital --
Oil Change Indicator Yes No
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Navigator Yes No
Speedometer Analog Analog Analog Analog
Side Stand Indicator No No
Tachometer Yes No
Display Screen Yes Yes
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Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Single Seat Single Seat
Electronic Suspension Adjustment Yes --
Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy Steel Steel
Body Frame Type Bridge Bridge Double-cradle Double-cradle
Side Wings Yes No
Chrome Garnish -- Yes
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control Yes --
Height Adjustable Seats Yes --

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BMW K 1600 GTL vs BMW R18 Transcontinental FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW K 1600 GTL vs BMW R18 Transcontinental?

K 1600 GTL is priced at RM 188,500 and R18 Transcontinental is priced at RM 198,500. Hence K 1600 GTL is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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What is K 1600 GTL vs R18 Transcontinental dimension size comparison?

The K 1600 GTL dimension are 2489 mm length, 1000 mm width, 1465 mm height while the R18 Transcontinental Dimensions are 2640 mm length, 970 mm width, 1500 mm height. Hence the R18 Transcontinental is more longer more wider and more higher.

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From The Experts

Get the better insight and helps to buy or not
Things we like in K 1600 GTL

Majestic visual appeal and road presence

Comfortable ride quality

Things we don't like in K 1600 GTL

Not easy to manoeuvre in tight urban traffic conditions

Expensive to buy and maintain

Things we like in R18 Transcontinental

Gargantuan and royal road presence

Long-distance touring credentials

Things we don't like in R18 Transcontinental

Cumbersome to ride in tight traffic conditions

Expensive to buy

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