BMW K1600GTL User Manual

Possible cause:
The integral battery in the
radio-operated key has lost
a significant proportion of its
original capacity. There is no
assurance of how long the R/C
key can remain operational.
Fuel down to reserve
Reserve-fuel symbol lights
up.
Fuel-level reading turns yellow.
WARNING
Irregular engine operation or
engine shutdown due to lack
of fuel.
Risk of accident. Damage to
catalytic converter.
Do not run the fuel tank dry.
Possible cause:
The fuel tank contains no more
than the reserve quantity of fuel.
Reserve fuel
approx. 4 l
Refuelling ( 101).
Coolant temperature too
high
General warning light shows
red.
The temperature reading turns
red.
ATTENTION
Riding with overheated en-
gine.
Engine damage
Compliance with the
information set out below is
essential.
Possible cause:
The coolant temperature is too
high.
If possible, ride in the part-load
range to cool down the engine.
In traffic jams, switch off the
engine, but leave the ignition
switched on so that the radi-
ator fan continues to operate.
If the coolant temperature
is frequently too high, have
the fault rectified as soon
as possible by a specialist
workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Engine fault
The engine symbol lights
up.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has dia-
gnosed a fault.
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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)