BMW K 1600 B
BMW K 1600 B
Standard
RM 173,500
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Ducati Panigale V4
Ducati Panigale V4
Standard
RM 172,900
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BMW K 1600 B vs Ducati Panigale V4 Comparison

The detailed Motorcycles comparison of BMW K 1600 B and Ducati Panigale V4, based on price, specifications & other features is shown below. The BMW K 1600 B priced at RM 173,500 while the Ducati Panigale V4 Motorcycles has a price tag of RM 172,900. Comparing the technical specifications, Ducati Panigale V4 engine displacement is 1103 while the BMW K 1600 B houses a 1649 engine.

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Overview: K 1600 B vs Panigale V4

Key Features

Start Option Electric Electric
Displacement 1649 cc 1103 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 215 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.56/5
16 reviews
4.59/5
29 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Smooth Touring Motorcycle with Premium Comfort

    The BMW K 1600 stands out for its refinement. I’ve used it for long tours across Malaysia, and the ride quality is unmatched. The inline-six engine...

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    Adiputera Sep 24, 2025 for BMW K 1600 B
  • A machine beyond the limit of the average rider

    Most of my life, I’ve ridden Japanese cruisers. After turning 46, I was on the lookout for something different and iconic, and I’m happy to say...

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    danny Sep 01, 2025 for Ducati Panigale V4

From The Experts

Things we like

Luxurious travelling

Power-packed engine

Riding comfort at its best

Low comfortable seats

3 years manufacturers warranty

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Smashing premium design

Mind-boggling performance and handling

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Things we don't like

Heavyweight

Not Beginner-friendly

Costlier than competing models

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No pillion seat

Harsh ride quality

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 1649 cc 1103 cc
Maximum Power 160 hp 215 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 26.5 L 17 L
Drive Type Shaft Drive Chain Drive
Top Speed 200 kmph --
No. Of Cylinder 6 4
Compression Ratio 12.2:1 14.0:1
Bore X Stroke 72 mm x 67.5 mm 81 mm x 53.5 mm
Clutch Type Multi-Plate Wet Multiplate And Slipper Clutch
Emission Control Euro 4 Euro 4
Spark Plugs Per Cylinder 2 --
Exhaust Pipes Dual Exhuast 4 into 1 into
Engine Type Oil/Water Cooled 4-Stroke, In-Line 6-Cylinder Engine, 4-Valves, DOHC 4-Cylinder, 4-Valves, Liquid-Cooled Engine
Lubrication System Dry Sump --
Maximum Torque 175 Nm 124 Nm
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Alternator 700 W --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 4
Cooling System Liquid Cooled Liquid Cooled
Injection Type Indirect Injection Electronic Fuel Injection
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
RPM at Maximum Torque 5250 rpm 9500 rpm
RPM at Maximum Power 7750 rpm 13000 rpm
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Dimension

Category Touring Super Sport
Kerb Weight 336 kg 198 kg
Height 1465 mm --
Length 2489 mm 2105 mm
Gross Weight 560 kg --
Seat Height 750 mm 850 mm
Seating Capacity 2 --
Wheel Base 1618 mm 1469 mm
Width 1000 mm 806 mm
Dry Weight -- 175 kg
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Electric Electric
Fuel Reserve 4.0 L --
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Fuel Supply System EFI EFI

Chassis & Suspension

Suspension Travel(Front) 115 mm 120 mm
Front Suspension BMW Motorrad Duolever Showa BPF Fork
Rear Suspension BMW Motorrad Paralever Swing Arm
Suspension Travel(Rear) 125 mm 130 mm

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 19 Ah --

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre 120/70 ZR17 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre 190/55 ZR17 200/60 ZR17
Rear Wheel Size R17 ZR17
Tyre Type Runflat Tubeless, Runflat
Front Wheel Size R17 ZR17

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type Manual Manual
Gear Box 6-Speed 6-Speed

Safety & Security

ABS Yes Yes
Pass Switch Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer Optional Optional Yes
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Shutter Lock No No
Stability Control Yes Yes
Back Rest Optional Optional No
Leg Guards No No
Central Locking Yes --
Traction Control Yes Yes
Launch Control No --
Riding Modes Rain, Road Rain, Road Race A, Race B, Sport, Street Race A, Race B, Sport, Street
Engine Check Warning Yes Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back No --
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Advanced Safety Features -- Ducati Wheelie Control,DTC, DSE Ducati Wheelie Control,DTC, DSE
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Speedometer Analog Analog Digital Digital
Navigator Yes --
Display Screen Yes Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Oil Change Indicator Yes Yes
Tachometer Yes Yes
Side Stand Indicator No Yes
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Brake

Front Brake Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc Disc Disc

Chassis & Suspension

Seat Type Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Electronic Suspension Adjustment Yes No
Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy Aluminum alloy Aluminum alloy
Body Frame Type Bridge Bridge Front Frame Front Frame
Side Wings Yes Yes
Chrome Garnish -- No
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Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes --

Differentiating Features

Height Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes No

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BMW K 1600 B vs Ducati Panigale V4 FAQs

Which Motorcycle is cheaper between BMW K 1600 B vs Ducati Panigale V4?

K 1600 B is priced at RM 173,500 and Panigale V4 is priced at RM 172,900. Hence Panigale V4 is the cheapest amongst these Motorcycle.

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