Bimota DB5 RE - 2013 Specifications and Reviews
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.
2013
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2013 |
| Model | Bimota DB5 RE |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Dry multiplate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel control | Desmodromic valve control |
| Fuel system | Injection. Bimota injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 98.0 x 71.5 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression | 10.7:1 |
| Top speed | 230.0 km/h (142.9 mph) |
| Torque | 105.00 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 5500 |
| Power | 98.00 |
| Engine details | Ducati 1100DS engine. L-twin. |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Forged Alluminium rims |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-pistons, Bimota caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Brembo, 4-pistons, 4-pads with radial Brembo calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock |
| Front suspension travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front suspension | Upside-down fully adjustable forks |
| Trail | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Frame type | Tubular chrome-molibdenum steel |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,430 mm (56.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 830 mm (32.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,050 mm (80.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,110 mm (43.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5799 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Windscreen |
| Carrying capacity | Mounting points for a luggage system |
| Starter | Electric |
| Wheelbase | 1,530 mm (60.2 inches) |
| Rear tyre | 190/55-17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-17 |
| Rear Suspension | Extreme Tech. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment. Electronic spring pre-load adjustment with DSS Aluminium single-sided swingarm. |
| Front Suspension | Marzocchi 48mm fully adjustable usd forks. Electronic compression and rebound damping adjustment with Ducati Skyhook Suspension |
| Exhaust system | Stainless steel muffler with catalytic converter and 2 lambda probes, alluminium tail pipes |
| Bore x Stroke | 106.0 x 67.9 mm (4.2 x 2.7 inches) |
| Compression | 11.5:1 |
| Torque | 124.50 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 91.8 ft.lbs) @ 7500 Revolutions">RPM |
| Capacity: | 1198.40 ccm (73.13 cubic inches) |
| Color options | Red/white/green |






































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