It's good to know the limits. Safely, best place to explore it is the track.

the 6 cyl on the high rev sounds amazing....

You rode that land Yacht like a boss. Loved it.

Das die K1600 Gt so ein Geiles Sound hat , habe ich es mir nicht gedacht.Bravo.

Very impressive, I'd never have thought such a big bike would carve around a track so well.

Great ,keeps me warm on a winters day when the bike is locked away. Great riding and film work

Firstly. You rode that bike, that big heavy bike, like a boss. Well done. Secondly I cant believe how many riders sucked in that group. Thirdly I cant believe they let guys on the track there without leathers. Wouldnt happen here in Oz. Impressive video. Well done

Fully agree with you. Track days are great!

This bike is simply incredible! Got mine in 2013 (GT). Could never get anything else.Thanks for posting this.

Cheers Philippe, thank you !

Absolutely. But I was really riding at the limit...if you focus on engine sound you will hear many times as I start to bring the bike up on acceleration, rear would slide. Front wheel would also skid slightly (easiest to spot those moments is when you see screen going left right when bike is leaned over). I like to get the feel for bike on the track - then you know the limits when you take it on the road.

Best parts are where you loft the front in 3rd as you hammer it. Wonderful motorcycle.

Can you believe...I sit in Australia and watch this. After 3 laps it started looking familiar and then I saw "Zwartkops" Bring back some good memories on a CBR1100XX! Nice to be able to run around the other guys...Enjoy!

Really nice video. Touring bikes can kick ass!

K1600GT Power & Perfect Ride.. Thanks.. :)

Fantastic bike with a skilled driver. :)

enjoyed it very much , the camera position was excellent like we have been riding it :) superb

Great video! We have one in our club, the owner calls it the Bismark!

Impressive riding on such a big bike. Shows just how capable they are! 👍

I was on Road Dynamic (minimum traction and ABS intervention) and suspension was set up for 2 passengers/sport (firmest setting).

Just got a 2011 GTL....inspiring!

I can't believe the least angle you can get with this bike. Now that I'm older but still wanna have fun. This looks like a great option.

Remarkable for a such a big bike,thks

Track looks like it flows really well. Nice riding.

Amazing ride.

Track Day with the friends is very cool.

I keep on thinking what would it be if BMW made HP version of this engine and dropped in lighter frame...

Racing while being really comfortable, cool.

U were beating on that engine like a dead horse and I LOVED each and everytime you did ! Way to go man ! \(^_^)/ It sounded so sweet !

This bike is so fast and handles very well for its size, extreme fun. It is surprisingly nimble in city traffic once you realise how well balanced it is and you've gained its trust. When you park it just be careful of pebbles, sticks and oil etc under your boot. Just relax and think ahead.BTW, it handles the dirt roads with confidence too. Tight U-turns in the city are a snack as long as you provide a smooth throttle and not afraid to lean.

One must have on-track experience before ever attempting this on any sport touring machine. This is a seriously experienced rider. Nice and impressive. I've read that the newest 14-15' K1600gt's have no trouble keeping even wi 1000 cc sport bikes from 0-100 mph. The GTL versions are a full sec slower but still. The 15' K16GT clocked a 0-60 mph of 2.6 sec and 0-100 of 5.2... Amazing. The Concourse KZ14 Kawi was the 0-60 and 1/4 mi king till the 14' or 15' K16GT came out. That Kawi Concourse did 3.4 sec 0-60 and 10.8@131 in the 1/4 in 12'...

what an interesting video. I did track days but it was always we a lead and a tail ensuring the group stayed cohesive - it was about techniques, not including passing. We also had to tape up anything glass including our speedometer and mirrors and we had to remove our panniers (luggage) including Top Cases. It if was built in then it was ok as long at they were secured nicely. What i learned during those days was SMOOTH IS FAST. Mr Mirage GP is smooth!

Man that was some goood Shhhhh Right there nice ride , sounds like you needed a few more laps . You just started too make it sing lol

You really got balls, this bike is so heavy, and a crash should easy total it.. Awesome sound

this video proves it not all about the bike, but the skill of the rider. at around 310kg you handled this beast like a boss. well done

I'm a newly licenced rider not new to bikes, THIS bike-is what I crave.

You're the best !

OK, I'm impressed :-). I test rode on of these as a potential replacement for my K1200GT and I thought 'pretty amazing how chuckable it is for how heavy it is, but it's too heavy for a daily all round ride, and I bet it all goes wrong if you start having too much fun'. I still think it's a bit of a lump for nurdling round town on, but judging by this video, it really can boogie like a sports tourer, can't it!!!

It's the rider mate, the rider :-)

Thanks.

Great video. Great riding. Great bike. I'm in process of getting a GTL right now. As good as the K1600 performs, a good rider on a sport bike will eat it's lunch... but they can't ride 280 miles with luggage, cruise control, and Bluetooth sound system :-)

imagine the dudes on the cbr's and the r6's when they get passed by this beast of a bike. Btw great driving man

This is an impressively skilled rider. The machine is awesome on its own. Place a skilled rider on one and this shows what can be accomplished.

nice ride

I just purchased a '15 GT, my first experience with a 6. All I can say is OMG, smooth and powerful! You don't notice the weight once you get going, in fact it instills a little confidence on the highway because you feel 'substantial'. The only time I feel the weight is when I'm putting it on the center stand...

Thanks :-)

Looks like great fun! Whats it like around the corners? I can imagine it being a bit like my 7series hehe, got all the power in the world but feels heavy. Once owned a bmw F 650, really agile small bike.

mint I was riding with you and giving it some ! well done good vid m8

nice bmw k1600 gt

Something like that, yes :-)

Oh If i were on the guy on the S1000RR i would not be a happy man at all ;)

Bomba

Great riding, what tires were you using? How did they look afterwards?

Moto che nonostante le sue dimensioni.. si fa valere.

what gear are you using? 3 and 4?

all this while listening to music, signaling at every turn, carrying his wife in the back, and groceries in the bags. :D

hey what exhaust do you have oNn that thing I DONT THINK IT's STOCK?

Meine nächste Maschine.👍

Helal 👏👏👏👏👏👏

I understand they have traction and suspension control. Did you have any of that tuned in or was this day just a 'learning the limits' day?

Like old school BMW M3.

Track day and the guy on an ST with a top box!! Very impressed and great engine sound. You should have the stereo on playing "March of the Valkyries!"

2, 3 and 4

you've convinced me. im getting one. What tyres were you running?

💪🏼💪🏼

lol you owned them

Sounds good and nice riding but check this out...> GPR's system, there"s a good link on you tube for your bike

Something like that :-)

Front is rather vague - you have to ride it a bit first to get confidence and feel. For what it is though, I can't complain, bike is over 300kg.

How would you compare this to the r1200rt in terms of handling? I saw you rode the same track with that bike.

Have you tried S1000XR, how would you compare the 2?

Saw this K1600 vid and your 1250RT. Which is more capable on track? Also please take an R18B on track (not R18)🙏 would love to see how you push her around 💪🏽🏍

Dude - you are awesome. riding a 700lb bike like its a 600cc.. love it..where is track btw.

what is your maximum speed?

I ran out of battery on camera, last session I was grinding the pegs :-)

It is stock exhaust - you just have to rev the bike :-)

nice riding. Superbikes vs Sportstouring bike and you drive faster

HAST DU BESTIMMT AUF DYNAMIK MODUS EINGESTELLT.👍

Strange..... Nobody is waving at each other. Oh, they're all on BMWs.

Was von Reifen hast Du auf die K1600gt drauf????👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Carving them up from the armchair!

Who else thinks they need to make a K1600S ?

fine motorcycle, of course, there are better bikes on the track, but it must be a pleasure to ride it!

On this video around 190km/h

h....h......uh... damn.

Leer daai sport fietse 'n les!

Pity bike is so heavy :(

May I refer you to the Ducati 1200S on track day.

It's certainly capable. Me...not so much. :-)

didn't know you could track a boat....

Looks like you needed to get some junk out of the way!

It sound a lot like old M3. You're right, silencers are fake.

MICHELIN ROAD 4??? O 5?????

I8

Just found this. A VERY instructive and informative video about this motorcycle. First, No cool down lap?!? (wtf). Secondly, IMHO, rider is a wolf in sheep's clothing on 'amateur, track day' - those were laps consistently ridden on a racing line (braking,turn-in, and apex consistently 'hit' each lap (although looked like first time on a 'new/borrowed low-ground-clearance-bike - riding 7/10 (bike looked more like 9/10) - respectful control manipulation, lean angles, and distance from apex?). Therefore, I figure you are an experienced roadracer. I never 'got' your line for Turn 2? (Right hander with 'tower' on the left). It doesn't seem 'right', unless..you normally back-it-in?. Do you have a vid of you using this line on a SuperSports or DOT tire class (or is it a 'slick' line). I've never seen that track, nor have I raced in years, so forgive my impertinence. ;-) Questions... How did it feel - Obviously, you pushed it near 'a' limit. Was it your limit of comfort on the bike - until it felt out of place; an intangible (the owner was watching/you just bought it); or, what on the bike told you 'enough'? I assume you had the suspension full-hard, and the t/c and ABS at least-intrusive settings? I'm obvously NOT looking at this for a 'race bike' - but this is the first video I've seen of one of these 'tracked' by a competent rider - and I saw a lot I liked. Is the power controllable/usable? Will it lift the front tire, or just spin the back? When you spun the back tire a little, there didn't seem ANY drama, the back barely looked like it moved wide - nor did the bike seem to 'chop' the power and want to throw you over the bars (correct?) You did most of your braking upright. Will it brake and turn in without feeling like it will plow? Does it warn you it'll do that? Did you invoke the ABS? Did the brakes (or rather how much did the brakes) feel 'hot/soft'? Stock brake pads? What tires? Stock? I'm pretty sure they went 'off' (I'm sure I saw the front end washing out just a bit when you began 'following with intent' that other BMW!). Again, on camera, looked like a non-event, actually - but how much of a moment was/were it/them in real time? What 'feeling' did you have leading up to the front sliding - I assume you did? Did the tires come 'back' for the ride home/rest of lifespan, or were they toast?. And finally, how much lean angle in reserve? I assume 'good warning' from pegs, before something inflexible runs aground? Sorry for all the Q's - this bike (2014 or likely 2015) would be a significant purchase, and a change of style for me (to multi-day, 'exploration touring') - I'm 6'1", 240lbs Late 40's (will ride one-up). Again, thanks very much for making and posting this vid. You provided $many-hundreds of value to demonstrate handling one could never do on a 'test ride'.

Are you a professional rider, or ("just") an amateur (a damned good one, then) ? Whichever, I think you are an "a-typical" tourism bike rider. These sportsbike riders, needlessly hanging next to their bikes, seemed as if they were standing still... One word : nice :-)

Not since Al Bundy has such an impressive performance been givien by a person sitting on a couch.

Get an in-helmet microphone dude... impossible to watch

Thanks.

Thanks.