2008Bimota DB5R

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The 2008 Bimota DB5R is a lightweight Italian sportbike engineered for experienced riders seeking agile handling and distinctive character. Powered by a 1078cc Ducati V-twin producing 95 horsepower, it's renowned for its exotic desmodromic valve control and minimalist design. Best suited to riders valuing precision and individuality over raw power.

Capacity: 1078.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 169.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering95%

City riding35%

Daily riding30%

Touring25%

Two-up15%

Track90%

Best for: Built as a boutique Italian sportbike, it's meant for spirited backroad carving and trackday-style cornering rather than raw top-speed bragging rights.
Built for: It rewards precise inputs with razor-sharp handling, delivering the soulful pull of a Ducati L-twin wrapped in an exotic, hand-built chassis.
Not ideal for: It's not for riders seeking upright comfort, long-distance touring ease, or a forgiving, low-maintenance daily commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Bimota DB5R, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1078.0 ccm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM
Torque: 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.5621 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 98.0 x 71.5 mm
Compression: 10.1:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Clutch type oil bath clutch Multi-disc Actuation system hydraulic

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1425 mm
Overall length: 2180 mm
Overall width: 750 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Dry weight: 169.0 kg
Wet weight: 170.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: CrMo steel trellis
Front suspension: UD Fork Ohlins TiNFully adjustable Diameter = 43 m
Rear suspension: Ohlins Mono Shock, fully adjustable
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 100 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Double 320 mm Brembo disc, 4-pistons, 4-pads ith radial Brembo calipers
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. 220 mm Brembo disc, 2-pistons, 2-pads with Brembo caliper
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 180/55-17