New BMW Bagger Model

[bigswole31]

YIKES, 160HP and a top speed limiter of 101MPH ??? First we have nanny states, now we have German nanny motorcycle companies ?

I expect that these limitations are set per territory. I don't think the speed limiter kicks in this early on US models. Hornblower has one, I believe, so he can confirm.

[ths61]

I expect that these limitations are set per territory. I don't think the speed limiter kicks in this early on US models. Hornblower has one, I believe, so he can confirm.

According to 1 article, the 101 limiter is on the American version of the "Grand America" version, not the K1600B.

"...
BMW has speed-limited the bike to just 101 mph because of what it calls “the principle of the American Way of Riding.” It would be far less insulting for the company to simply acknowledge that a topbox can impact wheel load distribution and thereby have a negative effect on riding dynamics, stability, and safety, and leave it at that.
..."

BMW knows the USA has no Autobahn.

https://rideapart.com/articles/gold-...-grand-america

[DaWadd]

That black one is so sweet.

[Ixol Phaane]

That black one is so sweet.

The yellow (gold?) is faster!


edit - okay, since they're speed limited, I should say "quicker"!

[Sorcerer]

You don't need a 160 ponys if it is going to fall on its face at 101 mph. Your going to get passed. It's no longer a Bagger once you add a tale trunk.

[ths61]

Anyone want to guess on the price ???

[willtill]

Anyone want to guess on the price ???

Twice as much as half of it?

[98valk]

You don't need a 160 ponys if it is going to fall on its face at 101 mph. Your going to get passed. It's no longer a Bagger once you add a tale trunk.

101 mph is pretty low. But for me, it is all about the acceleration. The shear thrill of it and its use in effortless passing.

I haven't been over 100 probably more than a couple of times in the last 20 years. It's not just the obvious danger, but the risk of getting caught. I guess losing my license as a youngster has left a permanent mark.

Still, 101mph is surprisingly low. I've never had the urge to test the 124mph limit (not since I was about 20).

[willtill]

101 mph is pretty low. But for me, it is all about the acceleration. The shear thrill of it and its use in effortless passing.

I haven't been over 100 probably more than a couple of times in the last 20 years. It's not just the obvious danger, but the risk of getting caught. I guess losing my license as a youngster has left a permanent mark.

Still, 101mph is surprisingly low. I've never had the urge to test the 124mph limit (not since I was about 20).

I agree. Top end around here will kill you real quick. But I love taking off from a stop light and watching EVERYTHING disappear in my mirrors.

...Then I immensely enjoy the astonished looks of drivers around me as they pull up next to me; at the next stoplight.

Rinse. Repeat.

My past Carpenter Racing 240hp enhanced Triumph Rocket 3 was reaaaaaaly good for that

[Hornblower]

I expect that these limitations are set per territory. I don't think the speed limiter kicks in this early on US models. Hornblower has one, I believe, so he can confirm.

No such limitation on my 2018 K1600B. Purportedly, the KB will do 128 mph in 4th gear at the rev limit so top speed in 6th would be ridiculous. I can't attest to that personally .