BMW K 1600 vs Honda Gold Wing
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, BMW K 1600 or Honda Gold Wing? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between K 1600 and Gold Wing. BMW K 1600 Price starts at Rs.33.33 Lakh (ex-showroom) for B and Honda Gold Wing Price starts at Rs.39.20 Lakh (ex-showroom) for DCT+ Airbag. BMW K 1600 is 6 cylinder, 1649 cc Engine can generate 158 bhp @ 6750 rpm power whereas Honda Gold Wing is a 6 cylinder, 1833 cc Engine can generate 93 kW @ 5500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, K 1600 provides a mileage of 17 kmpl (base model), and Gold Wing has a mileage of 14 kmpl (base model). BMW K 1600 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants whereas Honda Gold Wing is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.
K 1600 vs Gold Wing
| Key Highlights | BMW K 1600 | Honda Gold Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.33.33 Lakh | Rs.39.20 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | 1649 cc | 1833 cc |
| Power | 158 bhp @ 6750 rpm | 93 kW @ 5500 rpm |
| Mileage/Range | 17 kmpl | 14 kmpl |
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Specifications Overview
| K 1600 specifications | Gold Wing specifications | |
|---|---|---|
| Variant Name | ||
| On Road Price | 37.86 Lakh Price Breakup | 44.53 Lakh Price Breakup |
| User Rating | - | 4.1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26.5 Litres | 21.1 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 1649 cc | 1833 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| K 1600 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Gold Wing Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|
Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | Front: 4 Piston & Rear - 2 Piston | Front 6 Piston Rear 3 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 320 | 320 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 psi | 36 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36 |
Front Wheel Size | 17 | 18 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 42 psi | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | - | 36 |
Rear Wheel Size | 17 | 16 |
Wheel Type | Cast Aluminium | Alloy |
Front Suspension | BMW Motorrad Duolever; central spring strut | Double Wishbone |
Rear Suspension | Cast aluminium single-sided swing arm with BMW Motorrad Paralever | Pro Link |
Front Tyre Size | 120/70 ZR 17 | 130/70 - R18 |
Instrumentation
| K 1600 Instrumentation | Gold Wing Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|
Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | Yes |
Fuel level guage | Fuel Injection | Yes |
Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Tachometer | - | Analogue |
Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
| K 1600 Exterior | Gold Wing Exterior | |
|---|---|---|
Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
| K 1600 Warranty | Gold Wing Warranty | |
|---|---|---|
Basic Warranty | 3 years/Unlimited Kms | 3 Years or Unlimited km |
Body & Suspension
| K 1600 Body & Suspension | Gold Wing Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|
Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | - | Aluminium Die-Cast twin tube |
Engine & Transmission
| K 1600 Engine & Transmission | Gold Wing Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|
Gear Shifting Pattern | 1 Down & 5 Up | Automatic/Electronic |
Ignition | CDI | - |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 1649 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Type | Oil/Watercooled 4 -Stroke In-Line 6 - Cylinder Engine | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 24-valve SOHC flat-6 engine |
No. of Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 1649 kwh | 0.12 kwh |
Battery Type | - | Maintenance Free |
Top Speed | - | 230 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 72x67.5 | 73 mm x 73 mm |
Charging Socket | 12V | Yes |
Configuration | 12.2:1 | - |
Cooling type | Water/Oil Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Comfort & Convenience
| K 1600 Comfort & Convenience | Gold Wing Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|
Average Speed Indicator | Yes | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | Yes | Yes |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | Rain,Road & Dynamic | Rain Sports |
Service Reminder Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | No | No |
GPS & Navigation | - | Yes |
Console Type | - | Semi-Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | Yes |
Safety
| K 1600 Safety | Gold Wing Safety | |
|---|---|---|
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | Yes | Yes |
Radial Tyres | Yes | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | - |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Dual Channel ABS |
Brake Assist | Yes | Dual Channel ABS |
Slipper Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate |
Traction Control System | Dynamic | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
| K 1600 Dimensions & Capacity | Gold Wing Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|
Length | 2470 mm | 2615 mm |
Width | 1000 mm | 905 mm |
Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase | 1618 mm | 1695 mm |
Ground Clearance | - | 130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26.5 Litres | 21.1 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | - | 5.6 Litres |
Body Type | Tourer | Tourer |
Seat Height | 750 mm | 745 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 344 kg | 390 kg |
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Detailed Comparison of BMW K 1600 and Honda Gold Wing
Safety
K 1600 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Brake Assist, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Gold Wing has Hazard Warning Switch, Radial Tyres, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.
Comfort & Convenience
BMW K 1600 has features like Low Oil Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Backrest, Average Speed Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Honda Gold Wing, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Backrest, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.
Transmission
BMW K 1600 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Gold Wing comes with 7 Speed Automatic transmission.
Dimensions
BMW K 1600 has a 26.5 Litres fuel tank with 1440 mm seat height. Honda Gold Wing has 1430 mm seat height and 21.1 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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BMW K 1600 and Honda Gold Wing FAQs
What is the on-road price of BMW K 1600?
The on-road price of BMW K 1600 is Rs. 37.86 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Honda Gold Wing?
The on-road price of Honda Gold Wing is Rs. 44.53 Lakh in New Delhi.