Sportbikes

2014Bimota DB8 SP

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The 2014 Bimota DB8 SP is a higher-specification version of Bimota's Ducati-engined superbike. Its liquid-cooled 1,198cc V-twin makes 170 hp and 127 Nm through a six-speed gearbox and chain, for a top speed of about 280 km/h. At 175 kg dry, it is light and exotic.

Capacity: 1198.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 175.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 170.0 HP (125.0 kW)

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What’s new for the 2014 Bimota DB8 SP

vs the 2013

Spec	2013	2014
Power	170.0 HP (125.0 kW) @ 9750 RPM	170.0 HP (125.0 kW)

Other years 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering96%

City riding25%

Daily riding22%

Touring20%

Two-up10%

Track97%

Best for: Built as an exotic, low-volume Italian exercise in extracting maximum speed and cornering precision from a Ducati-derived superbike engine wrapped in a bespoke chassis.
Built for: A razor-sharp, uncompromising boutique superbike that rewards precise inputs with telepathic handling and ferocious acceleration.
Not ideal for: This is not the bike for new riders, commuters, or anyone seeking comfort, practicality, or passenger-friendly touring capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2014 Bimota DB8 SP, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1198.0 ccm
Power: 170.0 HP (125.0 kW)
Torque: 127.0 Nm (13.0 kgf-m) @ 8000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.9714 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 106.0 x 67.9 mm
Compression: 12.7:1
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: 175.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: 39NiCrMo4 tubing and machined aluminium alloy plates
Front suspension: 43mm preload -fully adjustable and DLC treated upside-down forks
Rear suspension: Preload-fully adjustable top and lower speed monoshock
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 100 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Monoblock
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. 2 piston Brembo calipers
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 190/55-17

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	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017
Capacity	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc	1198 cc
Dry weight	175 kg	175 kg	175 kg	175 kg	164 kg	164 kg
Seat height	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	18 L	18 L	18 L	18 L	18 L	18 L