I was fortunate enough to have access to a brand new 2023 BMW K1600GTL. Approx £24K
The bike's owner had only put 175 miles on the machine and kindly let me borrow it for 3 days.
Fit and finish I found to be generally superb. My R1250GS looks like a tractor next to it!
Wonderful engine, big bike with a bike price tag.
It was only supposed to be an initial impressions ride, but I got a bit carried away, hence the time
00:00 Introduction , general specifications
07:41 let the ride begin, the engine and gearbox
14:16 handling and comfort
18:06 brakes and suspension
19:35 riding modes and buttons
23:00 screen and accessories
25:20 reverse gear!
25:39 continuing with accessories
26:26 speakers!
26:54 idiot mode !
28:12 onboard with the tft screen and continuing with accessories
31:16 enjoying that engine and some twisties
33:48 final thoughts
bike purchased from local BMW dealer
https://www.themansellcollection.co.uk
For more information on the K1600GTL
https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/en/models/tour/k1600gtl.html
Stay tuned for my new journey into the retro scene.
Riding Kit that I use:
Helmet is HJC Rpha 11
https://hjchelmets.eu/product/rpha-11-a-full-face-motorcycle-sports-helmet/
Jacket, Oxford Mondial
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/433519
Revit Eclipse 2 mesh jacket
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/690668
Gloves Rukka Forsair 2.0
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/580065
Black jeans from Oxford
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/526205
Falco Rooster Boots
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/535472
Sidi Mid adventure boots Gore Tex
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/535472
Vlogging equipment
Osmo Action 3 camera from DJI
https://www.dji.com/global/osmo-action-3
Wireless Microphones from DJI
https://www.dji.com/global/mic
Gopro Hero 7
https://www.amazon.co.uk/GoPro-HERO7-Black-Waterproof-Stabilisation/dp/B07GSVDFTQ