Enduro Bikes
2016Bimota DBX
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The 2016 Bimota DBX is a middleweight sportbike powered by a 1078cc Ducati-derived engine producing 100 Nm of torque, designed for riders seeking Italian engineering and agile handling. Its steel trellis frame combined with premium Öhlins suspension delivers precise control and responsive performance. Best known for blending distinctive styling with competent middleweight sportbike credentials and exclusive craftsmanship.
- Capacity
- 1078.0 ccm
- Engine
- V -Twin twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 175.0 kg
- Seat height
- 890 mm
- Power
- 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 7700 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Bimota DBX
vs the 2013| Spec | 2013 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) | 1078.0 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) |
| Power | 98.00 HP (71.5 kW) @ 7500 RPM | 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 105.00 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM | 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM |
| Top speed | 220.0 km/h (136.7 mph) | not listed |
| Weight | 174.6 kg (385.0 pounds) | 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 890 mm (35.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.50 litres (3.57 gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | Öhlins TTX fully adjustable forks | Öhlins Ø 48 mm upside down fork, TTX cartdridge system, with adjustable rebound and compression damping, |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins TTX preload-fully adjustable top and lower speed monoshock | Monoshock Öhlins for Bimota adjustable in preload, high and low speed of compression damping. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-pistons, | Single disc. Bremo 2-pistons, |
| Wheelbase | 1,465 mm (57.7 inches) | 1560 mm (61.4 inches) |
| Cooling | Oil & air | Oil_air |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as an exotic Italian supermotard, the DBX is designed for aggressive canyon carving, twisty backroads, and thrilling mixed on/off-road riding rather than outright top-speed runs.
- Built for
- It has the soul of a boutique Italian special, pairing a torquey Ducati L-twin with premium Öhlins suspension and Brembo brakes for a raw, engaging, and exclusive riding experience.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right choice for new riders, pillion-focused touring, or anyone seeking plush comfort over long highway distances.
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
- 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 7700 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 3 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m) @ 6200 RPM
- Engine type
- V -Twin twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5429 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 98.0 x 71.5 mm
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- Cooling system
- Oil_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
- Wet multidisc with slippery clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1560 mm
- Overall length
- 2220 mm
- Overall width
- 850 mm
- Overall height
- 1200 mm
- Seat height
- 890 mm
- Dry weight
- 175.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- NiCrmo4 Steel trellis with aluminium plates
- Front suspension
- Öhlins Ø 48 mm upside down fork, TTX cartdridge system, with adjustable rebound and compression damping,
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock Öhlins for Bimota adjustable in preload, high and low speed of compression damping.
- Front wheel travel
- 210 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 200 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Brembo, 4-pistons, 4-pads with radial Brembo calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Bremo 2-pistons,
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 90/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-18
Other
- Color options
- Red/white/gold
- Comments
- Italian brand.
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 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) | 1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) | 1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) | 1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 174.6 kg (385.0 pounds) | 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds) | 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds) | 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 890 mm (35.0 inches) | 890 mm (35.0 inches) | 890 mm (35.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.50 litres (3.57 gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) | 14.00 litres (3.70 gallons) |
| Color options | Red/white/grey | Red/white/gold | Red/white/gold | Red/silver/grey |
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 DBX?
The 2016 Bimota DBX has a Capacity of 1078.0 ccm (65.78 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota DBX have?
The 2016 Bimota DBX has a Power of 95.0 HP (69.3 kW) @ 7700 RPM.
How many gears does the Bimota DBX have?
The 2016 Bimota DBX has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Bimota DBX?
The 2016 Bimota DBX has a Torque of 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM.
How much does the Bimota DBX weigh?
The 2016 Bimota DBX has a Dry weight of 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds).
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