| Bimota's profilation of this bike |
| The DB8 is a new bike in the Bimota line up. This bike combines exclusive design and superbike handling in a unique package. Every hand built bike uses a 170 hp Ducati 1198 to enhance the graceful Bimota’s powerful style. |
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General information |
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Model name
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Bimota DB8 |
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Model year
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2012 |
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Category
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Sport |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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1198.0 ccm (73.10 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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V2, four-stroke |
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Power output
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170.0 HP (124.1 kW)) @ 9750 RPM |
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Torque
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123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
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Compression
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12.7:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches) |
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Valves per cylinder
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4 |
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Fuel system
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Injection. Walbro electronic injection |
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Fuel control
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Desmodromic valve control |
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Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
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Cooling system
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Liquid |
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Gearbox
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6-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Clutch
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Dry, multi-disc |
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Exhaust system
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2 in 1 in 1, Titanium silencer. |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Frame type
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NiCrMo4/aluminium |
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Rake (fork angle)
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25.0° |
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Trail
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100 mm (3.9 inches) |
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Front suspension
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Marzocchi |
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Rear suspension
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Extreme Tech |
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Front tire
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120/70-ZR17 |
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Rear tire
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190/55-ZR17 |
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Front brakes
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Double disc. Floating discs, 4-Pistons |
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Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Single disc. 2-pistons |
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Diameter
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230 mm (9.1 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Dry weight
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177.0 kg (390.2 pounds) |
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Power/weight ratio
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0.9605 HP/kg |
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Seat height
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800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
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Overall height
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1115 mm (43.9 inches) |
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Overall length
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2040 mm (80.3 inches) |
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Overall width
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730 mm (28.7 inches) |
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Ground clearance
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135 mm (5.3 inches) |
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Wheelbase
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1430 mm (56.3 inches) |
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Fuel capacity
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18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons) |
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Oil capacity
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3.00 litres (3.17 US quarts) |
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Other specifications |
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Color options
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White |
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Starter
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Electric |
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