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1996Bimota YB9 SRI

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The 1996 Bimota YB9 SRI is a lightweight sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking nimble handling and agility. Powered by a 599cc four-cylinder engine and weighing just 175kg, it's renowned for its exceptional maneuverability and responsive performance. This machine excels on technical roads and track days where its compact frame and precision engineering deliver maximum control.

Capacity
599.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
175.0 kg
Seat height
810 mm
Power
106.0 HP (79.0 kW)
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Other years 1996 1997 1998

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 86Agility 90Comfort 35Off-road 5Touring 25Road manners 78
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering93%
City riding35%
Daily riding30%
Touring25%
Two-up15%
Track90%
Best for
Built as a light, high-performance canyon-carving and track-day machine derived from a supersport donor engine, not a commuter or all-rounder.
Built for
A rare, hand-built Italian special with razor-sharp steering and a high-revving four-cylinder heart, rewarding precise, committed inputs.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for new riders, tall touring distances, passengers, or anyone wanting plush comfort and low-maintenance ownership.

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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At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1996 Bimota YB9 SRI, 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
599.0 ccm
Power
106.0 HP (79.0 kW)
Engine type
In-line four
Power/weight ratio
0.6057 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system
Liquid
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
810 mm
Dry weight
175.0 kg
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Dual disc
Rear brakes
Single disc

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 199619971998
Capacity 599 cc 599 cc 599 cc
Dry weight 175 kg 175 kg 175 kg
Seat height 810 mm 810 mm 810 mm

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 YB9 SRI?

The 1996 Bimota YB9 SRI has a Capacity of 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Bimota YB9 SRI have?

The 1996 Bimota YB9 SRI has a Power of 106.0 HP (79.0 kW).

How many gears does the Bimota YB9 SRI have?

The 1996 Bimota YB9 SRI has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Bimota YB9 SRI weigh?

The 1996 Bimota YB9 SRI has a Dry weight of 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds).

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