BMW K 1600 GTL
BMW K 1600 GTL
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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

Key Features

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

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.75/5
16 reviews
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3 reviews
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  • 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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    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
Drive Type Shaft Drive Shaft Drive
Clutch Type Multi-Plate Dry Type
Lubrication System Dry Sump --
Top Speed 200 kmph --
Emission Control Euro 3 --
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Air-Oil Cooled
Maximum Torque 175 Nm 158 Nm
Bore X Stroke 72 mm x 67.5 mm 107.1 mm x 100 mm
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhuast Dual Exhaust
Compression Ratio 12.2:1 9.6:1
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
Alternator 580 W --
No. Of Cylinder 6 2
Injection Type Indirect Injection --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC DOHC
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke, In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves, DOHC 2-Cylinder, Air-Oil Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC Engine
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
Width 1000 mm 970 mm
Seat Height 750 mm 740 mm
Wheel Base 1680 mm 1695 mm
Dry Weight 321 kg --
Gross Weight 560 kg 630 kg
Length 2489 mm 2640 mm
Height 1465 mm 1500 mm
Kerb Weight 348 kg 427 kg
Seating Capacity 2 1
Ground Clearance -- 183.5 mm
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Fuel & Ignition

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

Wheels & Tyres

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Gear & Transmission

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

Electrical

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

Safety & Security

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

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

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

Chassis & Suspension

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

Height Adjustable Seats Yes --
Cruise Control Yes --

Brake

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

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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