Sportbikes
2013Bimota DB5 RE
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The 2013 Bimota DB5 RE is a lightweight sport bike powered by Ducati's 1078cc L-twin engine, delivering 98 horsepower and 105 Nm of torque. Built for experienced riders seeking nimble handling and Italian character, it combines Bimota's chassis expertise with proven Ducati powerplant reliability and distinctive twin-cylinder performance.
- Capacity
- 1078.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 169.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW) @ 8500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for spirited backroad carving and trackday cornering rather than outright top-speed bragging rights.
- Built for
- A light, razor-sharp handling special with a torquey, characterful Ducati L-twin heart wrapped in exclusive Bimota chassis engineering.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders wanting plush comfort, pillion practicality, long-distance touring ease, or any kind of off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1078.0 ccm
- Power
- 98.0 HP (72.1 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Torque
- 105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5799 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 98.0 x 71.5 mm
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Oil_air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Dry multiplate
Performance
- Top speed
- 230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1430 mm
- Overall length
- 2050 mm
- Overall width
- 830 mm
- Overall height
- 1110 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 169.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular chrome-molibdenum steel
- Front suspension
- Upside-down fully adjustable forks
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Brembo, 4-pistons, 4-pads with radial Brembo calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. 2-pistons, Bimota caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
Other
- Color options
- Red/white/green
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1078 cc | 1078 cc |
| Dry weight | 169 kg | 169 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Bimota DB5 RE?
The 2013 Bimota DB5 RE has a Capacity of 1078.0 ccm (65.78 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota DB5 RE have?
The 2013 Bimota DB5 RE has a Power of 98.0 HP (72.1 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Bimota DB5 RE have?
The 2013 Bimota DB5 RE has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Bimota DB5 RE?
The 2013 Bimota DB5 RE has a Torque of 105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.
How much does the Bimota DB5 RE weigh?
The 2013 Bimota DB5 RE has a Dry weight of 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds).
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