Sportbikes
2017Bimota DB8
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The 2017 Bimota DB8 is an exotic Italian sportbike for the experienced rider who wants something rarer than the usual superbike. Its 1198 cc V-twin delivers 162 hp and 130 Nm through a hand-built hybrid frame of steel tubing and machined aluminium plates, suspended on fully adjustable Ohlins. Best known for boutique craftsmanship, light 177 kg dry weight and a 280 km/h top speed.
- Capacity
- 1198.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 177.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9750 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Bimota DB8
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM | 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9750 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for aggressive sport riding and track-focused canyon carving, using Ducati-derived power in a lightweight Italian exotic chassis.
- Built for
- A rare, boutique Italian superbike blending exclusivity, race-bred engineering, and razor-sharp handling into a visceral riding experience.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited to new riders, daily commuters, long-distance tourers, or anyone prioritizing comfort and practicality over outright performance.
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
- 1198.0 ccm
- Power
- 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9750 RPM
- Torque
- 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m) @ 7700 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.9153 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 106.0 x 67.9 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- 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
- 280.0 km/h (174.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1430 mm
- Overall length
- 2040 mm
- Overall width
- 730 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 177.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- 39NiCrMo4 tubing and machined aluminium alloy plates
- Front suspension
- Ohlins 43mm preload -fully adjustable and DLC treated upside-down forks
- Rear suspension
- Ohlins preload-fully adjustable top and lower speed monoshock
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Bremo monoblock
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. 2 piston Brembo calipers
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- White/red/grey
- 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 | 2012 | 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc |
| Dry weight | 177 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg | 177 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 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 DB8?
The 2017 Bimota DB8 has a Capacity of 1198.0 ccm (73.11 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota DB8 have?
The 2017 Bimota DB8 has a Power of 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9750 RPM.
How many gears does the Bimota DB8 have?
The 2017 Bimota DB8 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Bimota DB8?
The 2017 Bimota DB8 has a Torque of 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM.
How much does the Bimota DB8 weigh?
The 2017 Bimota DB8 has a Dry weight of 177.0 kg (390.2 pounds).
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