BMW Motorrad offers sport-touring motorcyclists something special with its six-cylinder K 1600 series platform. The K 1600 platform originally debuted in the United States for the 2012 model year. Fast forward to 2016, and BMW has expanded the lineup to include a bagger variation in the K 1600 B. For 2022, BMW Motorrad has modernized the platform. We tested the bagger variation in the BMW K 1600 B ($27,115 as tested).<br /><br />--<br /><br />As the model name indicates, the K 1600 is powered by BMW’s rowdy liquid-cooled 1,649cc inline six. This bike makes nearly 135 hp at the business end of the 17-inch Bridgestone, these now arriving 1,000 RPM earlier in its powerband. It still makes nearly 116 pound-feet of torque, but the peak arrives at higher RPM versus bikes like Honda’s Gold Wing.<br /><br />What sets this Beemer apart from others in this premium segment is its flexible powerband. Lug it low and this inline-six offers plenty of torque to get you moving quickly. Short shift through the slick-shifting and electronic quickshifter-equipped (Motorrad calls it Gear Shift Assist Pro) six-speed gearbox and you’re riding a wave of torque to triple digit speeds in no time. <br /><br />Conversely, if you’re riding in a more sport-oriented fashion or with faster guys and gals on high-performance sportbikes, rev it out and listen to its six cylinders scream. The 1600 B has a borderline ridiculous amount of acceleration force for a heavyweight touring rig. With the throttle pinned, it’s pure F1-like exhilaration, winding out the engine and rowing through the transmission while you're pushed deep into the cozy saddle...<br /><br />Full story here: https://www.motorcyclistonline.com/story/reviews/bmw-k-1600-b-review-2022/<br /><br />Motorcycle Riding Gear Worn<br /><br />Helmet: Shoei RF-SR<br />Jacket: REV’IT! Tornado 3<br />Pant: REV’IT! Piston<br />Gloves: REV’IT! Kinetic<br />Boots: TCX Rush 2 Air<br /> <br />Photography: Jeff Allen<br />Videography: Bert Beltran, Adam Waheed<br />Edit: Stephen Potter<br /><br />Motorcyclist Shirts: https://teespring.com/stores/motorcyclist<br />Shop Products We Use: https://www.amazon.com/shop/motorcyclistmagazine <br /><br />See more from us: http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/
