BMW K 1600 GTL vs Honda Gold Wing

Honda Gold Wing Price starts at Rs. 39.16 Lakh which is Rs. 6.16 Lakh costlier than base model of BMW K 1600 GTL priced at Rs. 33.00 Lakh. The claimed mileage of BMW K 1600 GTL is 16.9 kmpl whereas the mileage of Honda Gold Wing is 14 kmpl. In technical specifications, BMW K 1600 GTL is powered by 1649 cc engine , while Honda Gold Wing is powered by 1833 cc engine. BMW K 1600 GTL is available in 3 different colours while Honda Gold Wing comes with 1 colours. The Comparison BMW K 1600 GTL vs Honda Gold Wing can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

K 1600 GTL vs Gold Wing

Key Highlights K 1600 GTL STDGold Wing DCT + Airbag
Engine Type Oil/Watercooled 4-Stroke In-line 6-Cylinder Engine, Two Overhead Camshafts, Four Valves Per Cylinder Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke 24 valve SOHC Flat-6
Max Power 160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm
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K 1600 GTL vs Gold Wing Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW K 1600 GTL STDHonda Gold Wing DCT + Airbag
Rating
7 reviews
7 reviews
Brand Name BMW Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 33.00 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 39.16 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Oil/Watercooled 4-Stroke In-line 6-Cylinder Engine, Two Overhead Camshafts, Four Valves Per Cylinder Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke 24 valve SOHC Flat-6
Max Power 160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW K 1600 GTL Colors
Honda Gold Wing Colors
Brakes Front Disc Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch, Rear :-17 inch Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Cast Aluminium Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only,Remote Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 90,353 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 1,07,221 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 69,628 K 1600 GTL Insurance Rs. 79,296 Gold Wing Insurance
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Engine Type
Oil/Watercooled 4-Stroke In-line 6-Cylinder Engine, Two Overhead Camshafts, Four Valves Per Cylinder
Liquid-cooled 4 Stroke 24 valve SOHC Flat-6
Engine Displacement
1649 cc
1833 cc
Max Power
160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm
126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm
Max Torque
180 Nm @ 5250 rpm
170 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
...
73 mm
Stroke
...
73 mm
No Of Cylinders
6
6
Drive Type
Shaft Drive
Shaft Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Full Transistorized Ignition
Compression Ratio
12.2:1
10.5:1
Engine Immobilizer
...

Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Mileage (Overall)
16.9 kmpl
14 kmpl
Top Speed
200 kmph
...

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-190/55-17
Front :-130/70-R18 Rear :-200/55-R16
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch, Rear :-17 inch
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Cast Aluminium
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
...
36 psi

Seat height
750 mm
745 mm
Length*Width*Height
...
2615*905*1430 mm3
Wheelbase
1618 mm
1695 mm
Length
...
2615 mm
Ground Clearance
...
130 mm
Height
...
1430 mm
Width
...
905 mm
Fuel Capacity
26.5 Liters
21.1 Liters
Kerb Weight
358 Kg
390 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Diameter
...
320 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
...
316 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
...
Additional Features
ABS Pro, Dynamic ESA, Steering Stabiliser, Tyre Pressure Control, On-board Computer, Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Gear Shift Assist Pro, Central Locking System, Anti-theft Alarm System, Storage Compartment
...
Call/SMS alerts
...
USB charging port
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
...
12V / 20AH
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Cruise Control
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Tourer Bikes
Tourer Bikes
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only,Remote Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
7 Inch TFT Display
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Mobile Application
...
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
External Fuel Filling
...
Clock
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Stepup Seat
Low Oil Indicator
Passenger Footrest
Passenger Backrest
...
External Speakers
...
Cooling System
Oil Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Anti Theft Alarm
...
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Switchable ABS
...
DRLs
Keyless Ignition
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
BMW K 1600 GTL
  • Perfomrance
  • handling
  • quality
Honda Gold Wing
  • Performance
  • Handling
  • Features
  • Touring Capabilities
  • Ride Quality
  • Comfort
BMW K 1600 GTL
  • Price
Honda Gold Wing
  • Bulky
  • Low Ground Clearance

Is Honda Gold Wing Better Than BMW K 1600 GTL?

52% users have chosen Honda Gold Wing over BMW K 1600 GTL in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 46 users have also rated Honda Gold Wing and BMW K 1600 GTL on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Honda Gold Wing has out rated BMW K 1600 GTL on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Gold Wing K 1600 GTL
Mileage 4.0 3.4
Performance 4.6 3.8
Comfort 4.7 3.8
Maintenance 4.0 3.4
Features 4.6 3.8
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which model of Goldwing is the best? The old model or the latest one - Gold Wing?
  • Latest one
  • We would recommend you to go for the latest one as The Gold Wing is all about relaxed touring. All of which would be incomplete without the electronic wizardry it boasts of. The 2018 version gets ride-by-wire and four riding modes, namely: Tour, Sport, Econ, and Rain, which a first in Gold Wing's history. There’s also keyless ignition, an electronically-controlled windscreen, music system, heated grips, and even an air-bag as an option. Let’s not forget hill start assist, ABS, and the much-needed cruise control. The Tour variant of the Gold Wing additionally gets heated seats (not really a boon on Indian roads, unless you’re somewhere up North), a trunk that has a keyless function, Honda’s version of traction control called the Honda Selectable Torque Control, and electronic rear suspension, which allows you to adjust it with a button instead of having to remove the fairing of the bike, to do so manually. Honda Gold Wing is powered by an 1833 cc engine. This Gold Wing engine generates a power of 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm and a torque of 170 Nm @ 4500 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
Q. Which is the best bike out of these three Honda Goldwing, Heritage Softail classic or Hayabusa - Gold Wing?
  • Hayabusa is best sports bike...and gold is best luxury bike

BMW K 1600 GTL Vs Honda Gold Wing FAQs

Which bike is best between BMW K 1600 GTL vs Honda Gold Wing?
Honda Gold Wing has out rated BMW K 1600 GTL on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper BMW K 1600 GTL vs Honda Gold Wing?
The BMW K 1600 GTL is cheaper than Honda Gold Wing by Rs. 6.16 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW K 1600 GTL vs Honda Gold Wing?
For the STD version, 1649 cc Petrol engine of K 1600 GTL produces 160.4 PS @ 6750 rpm of power and 180 Nm @ 5250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the DCT + Airbag version, 1833 cc Petrol engine of Gold Wing produces 126.4 PS @ 5500 rpm of power and 170 Nm @ 4500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the BMW K 1600 GTL has better performance.

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