Each part of the Bimota SB8 SP was designed to enhance its high speed performances. Starting with the sturdy frame and finishing with the aerodynamic fairing, this aggressive motorcycle was especially created to fill your veins with adrenaline each time you fire up its engine.

Talking about the engine, the Bimota DB8 SP is equipped with an 1198 cc, Ducati liquid cooled twin cylinder, 4 stroke L twin, Desmodronic unit. The engine cranks out a maximum output of 170 HP at 9750 rpm and 127 Nm of torque at 8000 rpm and is mated to a six speed transmission with dry multi disc clutch.

The bike’s ride quality is assured by a front Marzocchi upside down 43 Mm DLC, fully adjustable fork and a rear extreme tech adjustable traction and compression unit.

Hit the jump for more information on the Bimota DB8 SP.

2014 Bimota DB8 SP

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2014 Bimota DB8 SP
  • Engine/Motor: Ducati liquid cooled twin cylinder, 4 stroke L twin, 4 Valves per cylinder, desmodromic engine management
  • Horsepower: 170 @ 9750
  • Torque: 94 @ 8000
  • Transmission: 6-speed
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Overview

This superbike dares true motorcyclists to get close and indulge in its details. The beauty and drama of the DB8 at a distance is surpassed only by its detail. Each and every assembly, fastener and chassis component is elegantly fashioned and manufactured with care using advanced materials. From billet machined sub-frames, footrests and control levers, no compromise was ever considered nor made. The details are simply spectacular. The DB8′s road manners are inspiring and confident thanks to the choice of superior materials, suspension, brakes, frame, wheels and controls. Utilising the best components from development partners such as Brembo, Marzocchi and Extreme Tech, combined with Bimota’s own ultra-lite frame, thrilling and track-proven performance is ensured.

Bimota chose to power the DB8 with the spectacular Ducati Testastretta Evoluzione 1198 engine, the world’s most powerful production twin-cylinder, while retaining all the advantages of the L-Twin configuration. It’s a perfect match to the Bimota formula and guarantees excitement and heightened adrenalin with every twist of the throttle.

2014 Bimota DB8 SP Key Features:

• Ducati Testastretta Evoluzione 1198 engine

• 170 HP at 9750 rpm of power

• Dry clutch multi disc

• Grid frame 39NiCrMo4 with milled aluminium parts 6082

• Bimota exclusive Extreme Tech adjust.traction and compression unit, pre-loaded spring suspension rear

• Twin 320 mm discs, 4-piston Brembo radial calipers MONOBLOC front brakes

Specifications

Engine type:

Ducati liquid cooled twin cylinder, 4 stroke L twin, 4 Valves per cylinder, desmodromic engine management

Displacement:

1198 cc

Bore x stroke:

106 x 67.9 mm

Compression rate:

12,7:1

Injection:

Walbro By Bimota

Power:

170 HP at 9750 rpm

Torque:

127 Nm at 8000 rpm

Gear box:

6 Speed

Clutch:

Dry clutch multi disc

Frame:

Grid frame 39NiCrMo4 with milled aluminium parts 6082

Front forks:

Marzocchi Upside-Down 43 mm DLC, fully adj.

Suspension rear:

Bimota exclusive Extreme Tech adjust.traction and compression unit, pre-loaded spring

Front brakes:

Twin 320 mm discs, 4-piston Brembo radial calipers MONOBLOC

Rear brakes:

Brake disc 220 mm, dual piston brake caliper

Front wheel:

120/70_17

Rear wheel:

190/55_17

Overall dimensions:

2040 x 730 x 1105 mm

Seat height:

800 mm

Wheel base:

1430 mm

Dry weight:

164 kg

Fuel tank:

18 L


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