BMW K1300GT New Release 2012

Gran Tourismo - or in the case of the BMW K1300GT or BMW K 1300 GT quite simply one of the fastest movers around. It opens up a new era in the timing of long distances. Nonetheless: impressive though the average travel times may be on this machine, its performance is also fascinating at low speeds, for example after a hairpin bend. This is because at engine speeds you operate in more than 80% of the time on the road – i.e. the lower and middle ranges – this engine adds something you can feel instantly: 99 lb/ft from 1,293 cc. No ifs or buts. And 160 hp for the three-lane motorway. The fact that this in-line 4-cylinder is very low-key when it comes to fuel consumption and exhaust emissions makes fast travel even more pleasing.

BMW K1300GT

BMW K1300GT

BMW K1300GT

 And it Gran Tourismo - or in the case of the BMW K1300GT or BMW K 1300 GT quite simply one of the fastest movers around. It opens up a new era in the timing of long distances. Nonetheless: impressive though the average travel times may be on this machine, its performance is also fascinating at low speeds, for example after a hairpin bend. This is because at engine speeds you operate in more than 80% of the time on the road – i.e. the lower and middle ranges this engine adds something you can feel instantly: 99 lb/ft from 1,293 cc. No ifs or buts. And 160 hp for the three-lane motorway. The fact that this in-line 4-cylinder is very low-key when it comes to fuel consumption and exhaust emissions makes fast travel even more pleasing. And it also demonstrates once again how modern engines ought to be built.

BMW K1300GT

BMW K1300GT

BMW K1300GT Speedometer

The success formula K1300GT is the sum of many intelligent details: top ergonomics - both at front and rear, exemplary aerodynamics and weather protection, safety (ABS as standard, ASC as an option) which sets standards. And a level of comfort which enables relaxed, supreme travel. Then there is a high-precision chassis with a low centre of gravity, as well as optional ESA II to adapt the chassis mode at the press of a button. So here’s a tip: save yourself the effort of looking for an alternative. Get into gear right away. The BMW K1300GT: dynamic performance has never been more stylish.

BMW K1300GT Specifications

Engine
Type    Water-cooled 4-stroke in-line four-cylinder, four valves per cylinder, two overhead   camshafts, dry sump lubrication
Bore x stroke    80 mm x 64.3 mm
Capacity    1.293 cc
Rated output    160 hp (118 kW) at 9,000 rpm
Max. torque    99 lb/ft (135 Nm) at 8,000 rpm
Compression ratio    13.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management    Electronic intake pipe injection/digital engine management including knock sensor (BMS-K)
Emission control    Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3

Performance / fuel consumption
Maximum speed    Over 125 m.p.h. (200 km/h)
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h    5,0 l
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 120 km/h    5,9 l
Fuel type    Unleaded Premium

Electrical system
Alternator    three-phase alternator 945 W
Battery    12 V / 19 Ah, maintenace-free

Power transmission
Clutch    Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, hydraulically operated
Gearbox    Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox
Drive    Shaft drive