BMW K1600GTL (2011-current)

Have had the GT1600 for 18 months now, the bike is fantastic, the engine is silky smooth and can pull from very low revs, handling is reassuring even at slow speeds, the equipment is fantastic and functional. I love the bike and its at home in the centre of London or cruising the country lanes. However reliability has been an issue for my bike, thankfully its under warranty! the problems to date, auto cruise failure, starter button failure (had to be recovered) engine warning light (faulty coil) and had to put bike in a further three times for a faulty starter motor clutch which is now resolved. Had to have the both remote controls replaced as well. Maybe I've been unfortunate, but regardless I'll keep the bike, best bike I've ever had, just hope the faults stop!

I have a K1300GT SE and recently when it was in for a service, I thought I would try out the K1600GT (as I suppose this is the next bike). I had it for half a day and my initial impression is "wow" what a fantastic engine. Smooth and fast compared to my 1300. However the seat was awful. Higher and wider and harder than the 1300 and I'm 6ft tall. I couldn't get comfortable on it. Also it didn't go round bends as well. In the end I was glad to be back on my own bike. Although a rougher engine more pleasant to drive. So, in terms of upgrading, I'm not sure where to go. maybe I'll look at the new Trophy 1200 (although its a heavy beast).

Very capable bike for the size. Engine is awesome and at an average of 50mpg (on a tight engine)is giving a range of high 200's. Have to agree with the other review that it could do with reverse as it can be a bit of a strain trying to back-pedal a third of a tonne. Its more than happy in 6th gear from 1500rpm without labouring so should make serious touring effortless - just need some decent weather to prove the point. Having just completed a return trip to Scotland (from the Midlands) happy to report that for the first time ever had absolutely no grumbles about the wife's sore ass!

could do with reverse, screen is just a bit high in the down position,miss the automatic stand, but... everything else is great. it holds a very steady line in the bends, even on rough tarmac. have not been above 5 thousand rpm as only 650 miles.70mph with cruise control is almost silent, but change the mode to dynamic and it changes the power delivery and sound. just need the sun to shine now ;}