2013 Bimota DB8 Biposto

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2013 Bimota DB8 Biposto
  • Engine/Motor: 90°L twin cylider, 4 strokes
  • Horsepower: 170 @ 9750
  • Transmission: 6 Speed Manual
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Overview

Mean & true

The DB8 was born to face all roads and bends, the natural hunting ground for every sportive rider.

It offers an ergonomic riding position perfect for high speed riding.

Light in changing directions combined with an incredible power to weight ratio, thanks to the work of Bimota engineer, who also optimized the twin cylinder engine supply.

It was presented in two versions: two-seater and SP, where the bike' sportive nature is enhanced by the Brembo brake system which gives a better performance and a lighter weight thanks to the use of carbon.

Design

Clean and strong lines, in some way echoing the classic style of the DB7.

A mix between elegance and sportsmanship where the white colouring of the two-seater and white/red of the SP, enhance the stretched lines and the compactness of the machine.

Most noticeable are the carbon details and the quality of swing arm materials and design, leaving the rear end naked so it can be admired fully.

Technology

Evolution of the DB7 project, the DB8 is boost by a 90° L twin cylinder engine 1198 cc able to reach a max power of 170hp/9750rpm managed by an ignition system developed by Bimota.

It's equipped with a tubular trellis frame involving wider tubes to provide improved stiffness.

The swing arm is directly enclosed in the engine and was made by the same technology of the frame. This helps for more weight control and improved aesthetics. Fully-adjustable in preload, compression and rebound mono shock.

The Db8 is set with a 43mm fully- adjustable fork, Brembo brakes while the SP version is equipped with a monobloc caliper.

Aluminium forged wheels from the racing stable.

On the SP the under tray is weight bearing, made in carbon while in the two-seater version an aluminium sub frame to sustain the passenger's weight.

Specifications

Model

Bimota DB8 (DB8 SP)

Valves

4

Engine

90°L twin cylider, 4 strokes

Capacity

1198cc

Bore x stroke

106x67,9 mm

Compression Ratio

12,7:1

Fuel system

fuel injection

Starter

electric

Max power

170 hp/9750 rpm

Max torque

12,7 kgm/8000 rpm

Transmission

Chain

Frame

39NiCrMo4 tubing and machined aluminium alloy plates

Front suspension

43mm preload -fully adjustable and DLC treated upside-down forks

Rear suspension

preload-fully adjustable top and lower speed monoshock

Front brakes

2x320mm floating disc 4 piston radial Brembo calipers (monoblocco SP)

Rear brakes

single 220mm floating disc, 2 piston Brembo calipers

Dry-weight

177 kg. (175 kg.)

Fuel capacity

18 lt.

Top speed

280 km/h

Front tyre

120/70 ZR17

Rear tyre

190/55 ZR17

Overall lenght

2040mm

Overall width

730mm

Overall height

1105mm

Seat height

800mm

Wheelbase

1430mm