2022 BMW Motorrad touring range bookings open - R 1250 RT, K 1600 B, K 1600 GTL and K 1600 Grand America
India Today
BMW R 1250 RT, BMW K 1600 B, BMW K 1600 GTL and BMW K 1600 Grand America bookings are now open in India ahead of the launch of BMW Motorrad's touring range in May 2022.
BMW Motorrad has announced that the pre-bookings for the company’s touring motorcycle range have commenced. The BMW R 1250 RT, BMW K 1600 GTL, BMW K 1600 Bagger and BMW K 1600 Grand America are scheduled to be launched in May 2022. Customers can visit BMW Motorrad dealerships or the brand’s website to place orders.
The new BMW R 1250 RT is powered by the BMW Boxer engine, it is a 2-cylinder with ShiftCam variable intake tech producing 136bhp and 143Nm of torque. It gets a new front that is slimmer, has LED headlamps and a new visor that provides a better view for the rider. There is a large 10.25-inch TFT display that provides telemetry, navigation, infotainment and connected app features. The R 1250 RT also comes with ABS Pro, active cruise control with radar, customizable buttons, dynamic traction control, multiple riding modes, hill start control, adaptive headlamps, electronically adjustable suspension, seat heating, TPMS, sports silencer and more.
BMW will be launching its more luxurious and powerful K 1600 Touring series in three variants - GTL, Bagger and Grand America. The standard BMW K 1600 GTL has a 1,649cc six-cylinder engine making 160bhp and 180Nm of torque. It gets the same 10.25-inch display with connected and navigation features. The bike has Full LED headlamps with cornering function, dynamic traction control, engine brake control, Dynamic ESA, hill start assist pro, tyre pressure control, heated grips, heated seats, powerful audio system, ground level lighting and 113 litres of storage.
BMW K 1600 B is in a Baggar form factor with an elongated body and low rear section allowing for a typical cruising experience. Equipment offered is the same as the GTL, like the display, safety and engine controls, comforts like heated seats and grips, LED lights and others. The BMW K 1600 Grand America adds a better seat for the pillion rider, a taller windscreen, top case, side case and floorboard for comfortable long distance cruising. The equipment offered is the same as the others.
Once launched the BMW R 1250 RT and the BMW K 1600 models will be available at BMW Motorrad dealerships across India. In the interest of ease of ownership, the company is offering customized financial solutions via BMW Financial Services India.
