Batteries for BMW K
Which battery does a BMW K need?
What battery does a BMW K take? The same K may fit up to three different battery types depending on engine, registration year and electrical equipment. To get it right we need to narrow these two details.
Next step: enter engine and year of your K
With engine and year we filter among the variants BMW fitted across production of the K and we show the exact battery compatible with your vehicle.
What you will see on every battery compatible with your BMW K
- Capacity (Ah): amp-hours driving electrical autonomy.
- Cold-cranking amps (CCA): cold-start power, critical in winter.
- Dimensions (L×W×H): so it fits your vehicle tray.
- Positive terminal: location (right/left) per manufacturer layout.
- Recommended: the reference BMW fits at the factory on your K.
Every reference is audited by our technical team to ensure exact fit with your BMW K. Dispatched within 24h and technical support for the swap.
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K 1 (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)08/1988 - 07/1993 -
K 100 (K589) (66 KW / 90 hp)10/1987 - 07/1990 -
K 100 LT (K589) (66 KW / 90 hp)06/1986 - 10/1991 -
K 100 LT Limited (K589) (66 KW / 90 hp)1990 - 1991 -
K 100 RT (K589) (66 KW / 90 hp)10/1983 - 07/1989 -
K 1100 LT (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)06/1989 - 1996 -
K 1100 LT CatCon. (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)06/1989 - 1996 -
K 1100 LT High Line CatCon. (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)06/1989 - 04/1999 -
K 1100 LT SE (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)06/1989 - 1996 -
K 1100 LT SE CatCon. (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)06/1989 - 1996 -
K 1100 LT SE CatCon. ABS (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)06/1989 - 1996 -
K 1100 RS (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)04/1992 - 1996 -
K 1100 RS ABS (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)04/1992 - 1996 -
K 1100 RS CatCon. (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)04/1992 - 1996 -
K 1100 RS CatCon. ABS (K589) (74 KW / 101 hp)04/1992 - 1996 -
K 1200 GT (K44) (112 KW / 152 hp)11/2004 - 09/2008 -
K 1200 R Sport (K43) (120 KW / 163 hp)06/2005 - 07/2007 -
K 1300 GT Exclusive Edition (K44) (118 KW / 160 hp)12/2007 - 10/2010 -
K 1300 R Special Editon (K43) (127 KW / 173 hp)11/2007 - 2026 -
K 1300 S "30 Jahre K-Modelle" (K40) (129 KW / 175 hp)10/2012 - 2026 -
K 1300 S (K40) (129 KW / 175 hp)02/2009 - 2026 -
K 1300 S mit HP Paket (K40) (129 KW / 175 hp)2012 - 2026 -
K 1600 Bagger (118 KW / 160 hp)08/2017 - 2026 -
K 1600 Grand America (2T16) (118 KW / 160 hp)2018 - 2026 -
K 1600 GT (2T16, ST16) (118 KW / 160 hp)12/2016 - 2026 -
K 1600 GT (2T16R, ST16R) (79 KW / 107 hp)12/2016 - 2026 -
K 1600 GTL (119 KW / 162 hp)2013 - 2026 -
K 1600 GTL (2T16, ST16) (118 KW / 160 hp)2017 - 2026 -
K 1600 GTL (2T16R, ST16R) (79 KW / 107 hp)12/2016 - 2026 -
K 75 C (K569) (55 KW / 75 hp)06/1985 - 06/1988 -
K 75 S Spezial (K569) (55 KW / 75 hp)1986 - 1988
Frequently asked questions
- The BMW K may use different batteries depending on engine and equipment. Check dimensions and positive terminal position before purchasing.
- Yes, you can install a higher capacity (Ah) battery as long as the physical dimensions fit your BMW K battery compartment and the positive terminal position matches.
- Motorcycles can use GEL, AGM, or conventional batteries. GEL batteries are ideal for occasional use. AGM batteries are the best option for heavy use or high-power motorcycles. Always check the polarity before installation.
- Polarity indicates which side has the positive (+) terminal. This is critical for motorcycles because some models have the positive terminal on the left and others on the right. Check the label on your current battery or the manufacturer's manual.
- Yes. First disconnect the negative (−) wire and then the positive (+) wire. When installing the new one, connect the positive (+) wire first and then the negative (−) wire. Always respect the correct polarity.
- Use the search tool by selecting your vehicle's make and model. Our system automatically filters compatible part numbers verified by our technicians. If you have any questions, contact us via WhatsApp.
- All our batteries come with the legal guarantee provided by consumer law against manufacturing defects. If a battery has a manufacturing defect, it will be replaced at no cost to the user.
- Under normal circumstances, batteries usually arrive within 1 to 2 days of ordering. However, there are some cases where delivery may take a little longer: peak seasons (Black Friday, Christmas, etc.), palletized shipments, occasional stock shortages, etc.