This review was created by Kirk Johnson from Phoenix Bikers for all the motorcycle enthusiasts. I’ll post a review every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday of a different motorcycle on this page. If you have any questions or want to request a motorcycle you’d like reviewed, please email me at kirkinphx@gmail.com.
BMW K 1600 GTL (2026) — from $28,770
K 1600 GTL is the luxury-leaning six — more touring comfort emphasis than the GT.
Same silken powertrain with a calmer touring brief. Higher MSRP than GT.
BMW option sheets can climb fast — configure carefully.
From a Phoenix garage point of view, that matters: summer heat, monsoon oil slicks, and freeway miles on the 10/17 stack reward honest ergonomics and modern rider aids more than brochure poetry.
Who it’s for: luxury six-cylinder touring buyers
Who should look elsewhere: sportier GT or Harley dresser fans
Bottom line: six-cylinder luxury touring, BMW style
GTL over GT for two-up comfort?
Photo credit: BMW