Sportbikes
2013Bimota DB7 Oronero
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The 2013 Bimota DB7 Oronero is a lightweight Italian sport bike powered by Ducati's 1098cc Testastretta engine, delivering 160 horsepower and a 275 km/h top speed. Built for experienced riders seeking cutting-edge performance and handling, it's renowned for its exotic carbon fiber construction and the marriage of Bimota's chassis engineering with Ducati's potent V-twin. Best known for offering raw, minimalist sportbike thrills with uncompromising Italian craftsmanship.
- Capacity
- 1098.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 172.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 9750 RPM
What’s new for the 2013 Bimota DB7 Oronero
vs the 2012| Spec | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 123.0 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM | 118.0 Nm (12.0 kgf-m or 87.0 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
| Top speed | — | 275.0 km/h (170.9 mph) |
| Dry weight | 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds) | 172.0 kg (379.2 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi Corse RAC 43mm fork with DLC Fully adjustable for compression, rebound and pre-load | 43mm upside-down DLC treated and preload-fully adjustable fork |
| Rear suspension | Extreme Tech 2T4V shock Fully adjustable for compression, rebound, pre-load plus low and high speed damping adjustment | Preload-fully adjustable, top and lower speed monoshock |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Radial caliper Brembo 4-Pistons, 4-Pads | Double disc. 4 piston calipers |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's a boutique Italian sportbike engineered primarily for aggressive canyon carving and track-day precision rather than everyday transport.
- Built for
- The DB7 Oronero pairs a snarling Ducati Testastretta V-twin with an ultra-light, hand-built chassis, delivering visceral, race-bred feedback and razor-edged cornering ability.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for beginners, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone wanting a relaxed two-up touring companion.
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
- 1098.0 ccm
- Power
- 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 9750 RPM
- Torque
- 118.0 Nm (12.0 kgf-m) @ 8000 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.9302 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 104.0 x 64.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Dry, multi-disc
Performance
- Top speed
- 275.0 km/h (170.9 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1430 mm
- Overall length
- 2040 mm
- Overall width
- 730 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 172.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 5.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Carbon oval tube hybrid trellis frame with ergal plates
- Front suspension
- 43mm upside-down DLC treated and preload-fully adjustable fork
- Rear suspension
- Preload-fully adjustable, top and lower speed monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. 4 piston calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. 2-pistons callipers
- Rear brakes diameter
- 230 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Black
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 | 2009 | 2010 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1098 cc | 1098 cc | 1098 cc | 1098 cc | 1098 cc |
| Dry weight | 164 kg | 170 kg | 174 kg | 172 kg | 172 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Bimota DB7 Oronero?
The 2013 Bimota DB7 Oronero has a Capacity of 1098.0 ccm (67.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota DB7 Oronero have?
The 2013 Bimota DB7 Oronero has a Power of 160.0 HP (117.7 kW) @ 9750 RPM.
How many gears does the Bimota DB7 Oronero have?
The 2013 Bimota DB7 Oronero has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Bimota DB7 Oronero?
The 2013 Bimota DB7 Oronero has a Torque of 118.0 Nm (12.0 kgf-m or 87.0 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM.
How much does the Bimota DB7 Oronero weigh?
The 2013 Bimota DB7 Oronero has a Dry weight of 172.0 kg (379.2 pounds).
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