2018 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing vs 2021 BMW K1600 Grand America vs 2021 BMW K1600 Grand America

Full specifications comparison • 3 motorcycles

Comparing 3 motorcycles
2018 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing 2018 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing

Touring

Engine
Six cylinder boxer, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
928.1 pounds
2021 BMW K1600 Grand America 2021 BMW K1600 Grand America

Touring

Engine
In-line six, four-stroke
Power
118 kW / 160.5 hp @ 7750 rpm
Top Speed
162.0 km/h / 100.7 mph
Weight
802.5 pounds
2021 BMW K1600 Grand America 2021 BMW K1600 Grand America

Touring

Engine
In-line six, four-stroke
Power
N/A
Top Speed
162.5 km/h / 101.0 mph
Weight
802.5 pounds
Full Specifications
General
CommentsModel ID: GL1800. Surround Sound. Cruise Control. Electric reverse.Audio system with Bluetooth. Cruise control. DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment). Seat heating. Topcase. Windscreen high.
Year-2020 - 21
ColoursBlack, Red/blackBlack Storm Metallic, Mars red metallic, Hockenheim Silver Metallic
Make Model-BMW K1600 Grand America
WarrantyTransferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.-
Dimensions
Width (mm)905 mm1000 mm
Width (in.)35.6 inches39.4 inches
Wheelbase (mm)1,695 mm1618 mm
Wheelbase (in.)66.7 inches63.7 inches
Seat Heigth -Alternate (mm)-780 mm
StorageSaddle bags, top box, glovebox-
Seat Height (in.)29.3 inches29.5 inches
Length (mm)2,575 mm2560 mm
Length (in.)101.4 inches100.8 inches
Ground Clearance (in.)5.1 inches-
Ground Clearance (mm)130 mm-
Height (in.)56.3 inches56.7 inches
Height (mm)1,430 mm1440 mm
Seat Height (mm)745 mm750 mm
Seat Heigth -Alternate (in.)-30.7 inches
Seat Height745 mm / 29.3 in.780 mm / 30.7 in
Wheelbase1,695 mm / 66.7 in.1680 mm / 66.1 in
Height1,430 mm / 56.3 in.1465 mm / 57.7 in (excl. mirrors)
Length2,575 mm / 101.4 in.2324 m / 91.5 in
Width905 mm / 35.6 in.1000 mm / 39.4 in (incl. mirrors)
Weights & Capacities
Oil Capacity (Quarts)0.37 quarts-
Oil Capacity (l)5.60 litres-
Fuel Capacity (gal.)6.60 gallons7.00 US gallons
Fuel Capacity (l)24.98 litres26.50 litres
Wet Weight (lbs.)928.1 pounds802.5 pounds
Wet Weight (kg)421.0 kg364.0 kg
Fuel Capacity24.98 litres / 6.60 gallons26.50 litres / 7.00 US gallons
Wet Weight421.0 kg / 928.1 lbs364.0 kg / 802.5 lbs
Performance
Top Speed (km/h)-162.5 km/h
Top Speed (mph.)-101.0 mph
Top Speed-162.5 km/h / 101.0 mph
Max Power-118 kW / 160.5 hp @ 7750 rpm
Max Torque170.00 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) @ 4500 Revolutions175.0 Nm (17.8 kgf-m or 129.1 ft.lbs) @ 5250 Revolutions"
Engine
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Reserve (l)-4.00 litres
Bore x Stroke (in,)2.9 x 2.9 inches2.8 x 2.7 inches
Bore x Stroke (mm)73.0 x 73.0 mm72.0 x 67.5 mm
CO2155.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)132.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Displacement (cc)1832.00 cc1649.0 cc
Displacement (ci)111.79 cubic inches100.62 cubic inches
Engine TypeSix cylinder boxer, four-strokeIn-line six, four-stroke
Fuel Reserve (gal.)-1.06 US gallons
Displacement-1649 cc / 100.6 cu in.
Engine Detail-Four stroke, transverse six cylinder, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel SystemInjection. Programmed Fuel InjectionInjection. Electronic fuel injection with ride-by-wire throttle system
Bore x Stroke-72 x 67.5 mm
Compression Ratio10.5:112.2:1
Cooling System-Liquid cooled
Emissions-Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-4
Engine Lubrication-Dry sump
Fuel Consumption6.72 litres/100 km (14.9 km/l or 35.00 mpg)5.70 litres/100 km (17.5 km/l or 41.27 mpg)
Fuel Induction-52mm Throttle valve diameter, BMS-X
Fuel Reserve-4 Litres / 1.1 US gal
Fuel Type-Premium unleaded (95 RON)
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mappingDigital CDI
StarterElectricElectric
Valve System44
EV Specifics
Battery Capacity-12 V / 19 Ah maintenance free
Drivetrain
ClutchDual Clutch Transmission with forward and reverse. Hydraulic, wet, multiplate with oil pressure.Multiplate wet clutch, hydraulically activated
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan)Shaft
Gear Ratios-1st 2.23 / 2nd 1.641 / 3rd 1.319 / 4th 1.101 / 5th 0.926 / 6th 0.788
Gearbox7-speed6-speed
Transmission / Drive-Constant-mesh 6-speed gearbox, helical cut
Chassis
Wheel Travel - Rear (mm)-135 mm
Wheel Travel - Front (mm)-115 mm
Trail (in.)4.3 inches4.2 inches
Wheel Travel - Front (in.)-4.5 inches
Wheel Travel - Rear (in.)-4.9 inches
Trail (mm)109 mm106 mm
Frame TypeAluminum die-cast, twin tubeAluminum bridge-type frame with load-bearing engine
Suspension - FrontDouble WishboneBMW Motorrad Duolever
Suspension - RearPro LinkBMW Motorrad Paralever
Rake30.5°27.8°
SeatUrethane. Waterproof cover.-
Steering Head Angle-62.2°
Trail109 mm / 4.3 in.106 mm / 4.2 in.
Wheel Travel - Front-115 mm / 4.5 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear-125 mm / 4.9 in.
Electrical Systems
Alternator-W 700
Lighting systemLED HeadlightsXenon headlight
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)320 mm-
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)12.6 inches-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)316 mm-
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)12.4 inches-
Brakes - FrontDouble disc. Floating discs. 6-piston calipersDouble disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
Brakes - RearSingle disc. Three-piston calipers.Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
ABS-BMW Motorrad ABS (partial integral)
RimsHollow-section 5-spoke cast aluminiumCast aluminium
Rims - Front-3.0 x 17
Rims - Rear-6.00 x 17
Tyres - Front130/70-R18120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear180/60-R16190/55 ZR17
Wheels-Cast aluminium wheels