Motorrad importer brings the much anticipated 6-cylinder in-line engine
Dubai - The new BMW K 1600 GT and GTL, the lightest and most compact 6-cylinder in-line engines in serial motorcycle production, have arrived at AGMC, the exclusive importer of BMW Motorrad motorcycles in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates.
As the first BMW motorcycles available with a 6-cylinder in-line power unit developed in-house, the new BMW K 1600 GT and GTL have been eagerly-anticipated models since their debut at the Intermot Show in Cologne end of 2010. The two touring motorcycles feature impressive and equally distinctive appearances, creating a desire to ride at first sight.
The extraordinarily powerful GT and GTL boast engines that deliver an impressive 118 kW (160 bhp) at approx. 7500 rpm and a maximum torque of approx 175 Nm at approx. 5000 rpm. This power unit will not only thrill touring enthusiasts but the transversely installed 6-cylinder engine offers outstanding running smoothness, ride comfort and supremacy.
Kevin Hughes, General Manager of AGMC, said: "We are thrilled to introduce the K 1600 GT, and K 1600 GTL, to the local market. In addition to superior design, comfort and ridability qualities which are long admired in touring BMW motorcycles; both bikes have an astonishing six-cylinder engine and a very stable and capable chassis, offering exceptional output and torque, giving the rider powerful forward thrust. We look forward to welcoming them for test rides the Motorcycles so they can see what these new models can do."
The new K1600 GT and GTL models also excel through features and qualities typical of BMW such as a long running life, superior quality of production and optimum environmental compatibility.
In addition to features such as the three mode engine including "Rain", "Road" and "Dynamic" options, innovative Electronic Suspension Adjustment II (ESA II) and Integrated operating concept with Multi-Controller, TFT colour screen and menu guidance; the new BMW K models introduce the world's first adaptive xenon headlight for motorcycles allowing for significantly improved illumination of the road when cornering, resulting in greatly increased active riding safety.
In addition to safety, the qualities of comfort, prestige and dynamic performance are the key criteria for a supreme touring bike. With the most compact in-line 6-cylinder engine in serial motorcycle production to date, the K 1600 GT and the K 1600 GTL penetrate a whole new dimension in terms of riding properties, long-distance suitability and comfort,combining maximum agility and riding dynamics with a luxurious overall package.
The models join AGMC' extensive range of BMW Motorrad Motorcycles, including the BMW S1000RR, K1300R, R1200GS, GS Adventure and the recently introduced BMW Enduro G 650 GS.
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For more information please contact:
Natalija Norikova, Marketing Manager, AGMC
Telephone: +971 4 4050 240
Email: natalija@agmc.ae
Abdallah Touqan, DABO&CO
Tel: +9714 3444901
Email: abdallah.t@daboandco.com
Media website: www.press.bmwgroup.com
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