Revealed in two color schemes of black and black yellow, BMW K 1600 Grand America promises enhanced performance for long distance rides. Ideally suited for highway cruising for both solo rider or with passenger, this new K 1600 B is a fully faired touring model that has made its official entry at the 2017 EICMA Show in Milan.
Derived from BMW K 1600 B, the new BMW K 1600 Grand America receives features such as all LED lighting and brake light, large floor boards, reverse assist and dynamic electronic suspension adjustment. It is also seen with softer damper settings and standard equipment such as engine protection bars, heated grips and seating along with cruise control, quick shifter and a host of chrome accents that augment its premium appeal. It is offered in color combinations of Austin Yellow metallic and Blackstorm metallic and true to its touring capabilities comes in with high windshield and integrated air ducting to offer fresh air to the rider.
In terms of safety, BMW K 1600 Grand America gets options of safety assistant pro, eCall system with intelligent emergency call, ConnectedDrive, keyless ride, hill start control and comfort package. Adjustable seat height, forged handlebars and BMW Motorrad Accessories package is also available for customization depending on rider’s demands. Floorboards are more relaxed with feet forward position and seat is reduced by 70mm for better ergonomics.
As is seen on all 1600 models, BMW K 1600 Grand America is also powered by a 6 cylinder engine having outputs of 118 kW/160 hp at 7,750 rpm and 175 Nm torque at 5,250 rpm. This engine allows the bike to glide effortlessly on the road and deliver outstanding performance whatever the situation and top speed is pegged at 162 kmph.
An overview of highlights of the new BMW K 1600 Grand America:
Ultimate luxury touring motorcycle in American style.
Authentic, harmonious design with dynamically elongated side line that slopes to the rear.
Topcase with integrated passenger backrest and additional transport capacity for particularly long trips.
Side cases and topcase with integrated lighting units.
Optional Style Package with two-colour finish in Blackstorm metallic / Austin Yellow metallic.
6-cylinder in-line engine that meets EU4 requirements with an output of 118 kW/160 hp at 7 750 rpm and a maximum torque of 175 Nm at 5 250 rpm.
Top speed limited to 162 km/h or 101 mph.
Electronic suspension Dynamic ESA with damping modes “ Road ” and “ Cruise ” as standard.
Reverse assist for effortless manoeuvring as standard.
Effective weather protection due to particularly high windshield.
Low rear frame, passenger seat reduced by 70 millimetres and ergonomically adapted footrest position.
Footboards for relaxed “feet forward” rider seating position as standard.
Footboards available for passenger as Original BMW Motorrad Accessory.
Shift Assistant Pro for shifting up and down without clutch activation as an ex works option.
Intelligent Emergency Call as an ex works option for rapid assistance in an accident or emergency (only available in European markets with ConnectedDrive capability).
Standard equipment also includes engine protection bars, ABS Pro, Dynamic Traction Control DTC, xenon headlight, heated grips, seat heating, Multi-Controller, three riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic), cruise control, audio system with navigation preparation.
Diverse range of optional equipment items (adaptive turning light, daytime riding light, Keyless Ride, Hill Start Control, central locking etc.).
Wide range of Original BMW Motorrad Accessories (forged wheels, chrome-plated mirror caps, navigation system etc.)
