BMW K 1600 B and K 1600 Grand America: the distinctive vision of the Option 719 Midnight livery [VIDEO]

A journey into the process of creating the characterizing dress Option 719 Midnight for new specimens BMW K 1600 B e To 1600 Grand America. Two expressions of the conceptual evolution of the K 1600, equipped with a six-cylinder engine, which can be covered with this livery created using a process described in the film proposed by BMW Motorrad on Youtube.

A recognizable vision

In the film Theresa Stukenbrock, Graphic Design BMW Motorrad, talks about the definition of this guise, along a journey documented through images that highlight a process of immersion.
The livery Option 719 Midnight it is offered only for specimens BMW K 1600 B e To 1600 Grand America. However, three color variants are indicated for each example: one basic, another style and the aforementioned Option 719.

The new overview of BMW K 1600 models is made up of the BMW K 1600 GT and K 1600 GTL, the latter recognizable by its ergonomics and the supplied top case, together with the BMW K 1600 B example which is a further variant with " streamlining” and a low bagger-style rear section and, finally, the BMW K 1600 Grand America which rests on the same base as the K 1600 B and is another concept characterized by exclusive equipment.
The models feature a new 10,25-inch TFT color screen which includes navigation maps and connectivity, as well as LED headlights and in particular a new full LED headlight and a daytime driving light, depending on the market, as well as a rotatable “Adaptive Headlight” function, as well as a 2.0 audio system as standard equipment for the new K 1600 GTL and K 1600 Grand America or as optional factory equipment for the K 1600 GT and K 1600 B.

The evolved six-cylinder engine in line, with Euro 5 standard, it is characterized by a knock sensor system, a drag torque control (MSR) and a new engine control. Also highlighted is a BMS-O electronic engine management system, two knock sensors and two additional broadband lambda probes.
They reach each other 160 horses (118 kW) of power already at a rotation speed of 6.750 rpm, with a torque of 180 Nm at 5.250 rpm.
Among the interesting aspects is also the BMW Motorrad Dynamic ESA “Next Generation” (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) solution with even higher levels of safety while riding, given damping that automatically adapts to riding conditions and maneuvers, according to the information.

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