BMW K 1600 GTL vs Motus MST (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the BMW K 1600 GTLstacks up against the Motus MST. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBMW K 1600 GTLMotus MST
Model year20252022
Price
Engine1649 cc1650 cc
Horsepower165 hp
Torque167 Nm
Weight358 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Brembo
Rear brakesSingle disc. Brembo
Tires120/70 ZR17 / 190/55 ZR17120/70-ZR17 / 190/70-ZR17

BMW K 1600 GTL vs Motus MST — which should you buy?

Picking between the BMW K 1600 GTL and the Motus MST usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the BMW K 1600 GTL brings its published horsepower in a 358 kg package, while the Motus MST counters with 165 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: