Oil and filter change
≈ 10,000 km or 1 year
JASO MA or MA2 approved four-stroke motorcycle oil (JASO MB on scooters): an “energy conserving” car oil makes the wet clutch slip. Change it more often in city use or on track.
Source [1]K 1600 GT · 2011–…
BMW K 1600 GT GTL · 160 hp (2011 to date)
The BMW K 1600 GT GTL uses the BMW K 1649 petrol engine with 160 hp.
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Technical specifications
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Power
- 160 PS / 118 kW
- Displacement
- 1 649 cm³
- Cylinders
- 6
- Engine code
- BMW K 1649
- Period covered
- 2011–…
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Manual · 6 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
160 hp (118 kW), shaft final drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2011 to date.
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Body style and inspection points
On a motorcycle, tyres, final drive and brakes matter as much as the oil change. Check the tyre manufacturing date, steering-head play and fork-tube seals; an oil film on a tube means a fork seal needs replacing. A notched steering bearing can be felt when braking at low speed.
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Distinguishing similar versions
Among the K 1600 GT pages, the GT 160 hp offers a comparison: 160 hp (118 kW), BMW K 1649, 1 649 cm³, 6-speed manual, from 2011. The version on this page has 160 hp (118 kW), BMW K 1649, 1 649 cm³, 6-speed manual, from 2011. When requesting a quote, specify the output and gearbox; the marketing name alone does not identify the correct parts.
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Maintenance and records
≈: estimated reference — the vehicle’s service indicator prevails.
Brake fluid
Every 2 years
Replace the fluid in both circuits (and the hydraulic clutch if fitted), whatever the mileage; dark fluid has absorbed moisture.
Source [1]Fork oil
≈ 30,000 km
Fork oil change and seal check; an oil film on the tubes means a seal needs replacing before it contaminates the brake caliper.
Source [1]Shaft drive
≈ 20,000 km
At each service: final-drive seal tightness, rear-wheel play and final-drive oil level or change as listed in the bike’s service book.
Source [1]Spark plugs
Every 20,000 km
Replace the full set; worn plugs raise consumption and cause misfires.
Source [1]Air filter
Every 40,000 km
Replace more often in dusty conditions.
Source [1]Valve clearance
Every 20,000 km
Check and adjust if needed, often together with the plugs; too little clearance burns the valves, too much makes the engine noisy.
Source [1]Coolant
Every 3 years
Replace the coolant and check the hoses and radiator; check the level cold between services.
Source [1]Questions about this version (3)
Which engine is in the BMW K 1600 GT GTL?
The BMW K 1649 petrol engine (1 649 cc), 160 hp (118 kW).
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Which oil for the BMW K 1600 GT GTL?
A JASO MA2 10W-40 four-stroke motorcycle oil suited to the BMW K 1649 engine.
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How do I check this page matches my car?
This page covers BMW K 1600 GT GTL 160 hp, sports tourer, from 2011, with 160 hp (118 kW), BMW K 1649, 1 649 cm³, 6-speed manual, from 2011. Compare these details with the registration document and gearbox identification. The designation BMW K 1649 may cover several revisions: a VIN is still needed to confirm part numbers.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026