2023 BMW K 1600 B / Midnight [Specs, Features, Photos]

The 2023 BMW K 1600 B / Midnight Is Great For Long Distance Cruising

The BMW K 1600 B is a powerful touring motorcycle designed for long-distance rides in style and comfort. It is equipped with a six-cylinder engine that delivers 160 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque, providing a smooth and effortless ride as you would with most BMW motorcycles. The bike has a low-slung, aggressive profile, with blacked-out details and a stretched rear fender for a sleek and modern look. The German bike manufacturer saw fit to equip it with advanced technology features, such as a full-color TFT display, LED lighting, and BMW’s Dynamic ESA system, which automatically adjusts the suspension for optimal comfort and handling.

Other notable features include side cases for storage, heated grips and seats, and a reverse assist function for easy maneuvering.  While the B and Midnight share the same underpinnings, if you opt for the Midnight edition, you will get a unique paint scheme.  The reason it’s unique is not only the process but because it is being done manually by an artist who applies the design by experience and intuition. In addition to the paint, exclusive features like a Midnight badge, black windscreen panels and the front wheel cover are all blacked out.

Overall, the addition of the BMW K 1600 B and the Midnight variant to their 2023 lineup offers a powerful and unique experience for riders who demand the best.

The 2023 BMW 1600 B/Midnight starting at B: $25,665 Midnight: $30,310 USD/ B: $29,995 B $32,935 CAD

On this page: we’ve curated specs, features, news, photos/videos, etc. so you can read up on the new 2023 BMW 1600 B/Midnight in one place.

Model Overview

• Price:   B: $25,665 Midnight: $30,310 USD/ B: $29,995 B $32,935 CAD
• Key Features:
• • 10.25-Inch Color-TFT display with connectivity and navigation
  • LED Lighting
  • 3 Ride modes
  • Electronic suspension adjustment with auto leveling

Main Specs

• Engine: 1649cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
• Power: 160 horsepower
• Torque: 132.7 lb-ft
• Weight: 756 lbs (343 kgs)
• Seat Height: 31. inches (810 mm) at lowest point

Competitors

• Honda Goldwing Tour
• Harley Davidson Road Glide

2023 BMW K 1600 B / Midnight Specifications

From BMW

ENGINE

Engine
1649cc, Oil/water-cooled, six-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine with four valves per cylinder

Engine Power
160 hp at 6,750 rpm

Bore x Stroke
72 mm x 67.5 mm

Compression Ratio
12.2 : 1

Fuel delivery
Electronic intake pipe injection digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

Starter
Electric

Max Torque
132.7 lbs-ft at 5,250 rpm

DRIVETRAIN

Clutch
Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath

Transmission
6-speed, helical, gearbox

Drive
Shaft drive

CHASSIS

Suspension Front
BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut

Suspension Rear
Cast aluminum single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever; central spring strut

Brakes Front
Dual disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed calipers

Brakes Rear
Single disc brake, diameter 320 mm, double-piston caliper

Tires Front
120/70 ZR 17

Tires Rear
190/55 ZR 17

Fuel Tank Capacity
approx. 7 gal.

Color
Exclusive, Black Storm Metallic, Option 719 Midnight

ABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS Pro (part-integral, slant-layer-optimized)

ELECTRICAL

Alternator
Three-phase alternator with 700 W (nominal power)

Battery
12 V / 16 Ah

Headlight
LED headlight

Tail Light
LED tail light

DIMENSIONS

Overall Length
97.2”

Overall Width
39.4”

Overall Height
52.7” – 56.7”

Wheelbase
63.7″

Castor
4.2″

Seat Height
29.5”

Unladen weight, road ready, fully fueled

758.4 lbs

WARRANTY

Warranty

Extension

2023 BMW K 1600 B / Midnight Features

Sound-enhancing audio system 2.0

The antennas have been concealed, yet the sound is more than just present. Operability and menu navigation also reach an entirely new dimension and are based on your smartphone.

Six-cylinder engine

If a demonstration of power and torque gives you goosebumps, we can follow through with some figures: thanks to the revised engine control unit, you will now reach the peak output a whole 1,000 rpm earlier.

Unique water transfer paintwork

As the first manufacturer ever, we have applied this complex process in motorcycle series production, thus making each paint application truly unique.

Integrated smartphone charging storage compartment

Always energized and still completely relaxed: thanks to the splash-proof and specially ventilated charging storage compartment with USB-C connection, your smartphone will always have enough battery charge.

Comfortable floorboards

For a casual appearance on every trip and more comfort on longer journeys.

Powerful headlights

New full LED headlight with adaptive headlight provides unprecedented illumination. For more dynamic cornering.

Brilliant 10.25″ TFT color display

Be well informed and keep it that way: integrated map navigation, connectivity, clear-cut menu navigation and intuitive operation.

Configurable Favorites buttons

Whatever you want, get it at the push of a button: use the four buttons and individually configure your favorite functions.

2023 BMW K 1600 B / Midnight Photos

2023 BMW K 1600 B / Midnight Videos

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