Bimota's profilation of this bike |
The demanding rider is also offered the DB8 SP monoposto to enjoy the opportunity of an exclusive Bimota superbike. In addition to the traditional Bimota red-white colours for the super sporty models, a range of additional options for the homologated for single rider use are available. Carbon fibre rear wheel huggers, open clutch covers, front fairing lowers and many small fairing details created by Bimota designers gives the bike individual appeal. |
General information |
Motorcycle name
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Bimota DB8 SP |
Year model
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2012 |
Type
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Sport |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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1198.0 ccm (73.10 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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V2, four-stroke |
Engine details
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Ducati engine |
Effect
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170.0 HP (124.1 kW)) @ 9750 RPM |
Torque
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123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
Compression
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12.7:1 |
Bore x stroke
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106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection. Walbro electronic injection |
Fuel control
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Desmodromic valve control |
Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Clutch
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Dry, multi-disc |
Exhaust system
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Titanium exhaust was created by Zard |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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NiCrMo4/aluminium |
Rake (fork angle)
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25.0° |
Trail
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100 mm (3.9 inches) |
Front suspension
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Marzocchi USD forks |
Rear suspension
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Extreme Tech monoshock |
Front tire
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120/70-ZR17 |
Rear tire
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190/55-ZR17 |
Front brakes
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Double disc. Floating discs, 4-Pistons |
Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc. 2-pistons |
Diameter
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230 mm (9.1 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Seat height
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800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1115 mm (43.9 inches) |
Overall length
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2040 mm (80.3 inches) |
Overall width
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730 mm (28.7 inches) |
Ground clearance
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135 mm (5.3 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1430 mm (56.3 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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White/red |
Starter
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Electric |
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