Sportbikes
1999Bimota 500 V-Due
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The Bimota 500 V-Due is a compact Italian sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking lightweight agility and distinctive character. Its innovative 105 hp V-twin engine delivers thrilling performance in a 145 kg package, best known for combining sharp handling with exotic styling and genuine race-derived engineering.
- Capacity
- 499.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 145.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 105.0 HP (77.2 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for razor-sharp cornering and track-day thrills rather than any practical transportation role.
- Built for
- A boutique Italian screamer with a snarling two-stroke V-twin heart, prized by collectors for its exclusivity and raw, unfiltered performance.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for beginners, commuters, passengers, or anyone seeking comfort, reliability, or long-distance touring capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 499.0 ccm
- Power
- 105.0 HP (77.2 kW)
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7241 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1340 mm
- Dry weight
- 145.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.00 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Bimota 500 V-Due?
The 1999 Bimota 500 V-Due has a Capacity of 499.0 ccm (30.45 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota 500 V-Due have?
The 1999 Bimota 500 V-Due has a Power of 105.0 HP (77.2 kW).
How many gears does the Bimota 500 V-Due have?
The 1999 Bimota 500 V-Due has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Bimota 500 V-Due weigh?
The 1999 Bimota 500 V-Due has a Dry weight of 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds).
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