Sportbikes

2007Bimota DB5S

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The 2007 Bimota DB5 S is a lightweight sport bike designed for riders seeking nimble handling and classic styling over outright performance. Powered by a 1079cc air-cooled twin with fuel injection, it delivers predictable power suited to road riding and canyon carving. Best known for its distinctive Italian design and agile chassis, it appeals to enthusiasts valuing character and precision over raw horsepower.

Capacity: 1079.0 ccm
Engine: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 189.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering95%

City riding30%

Daily riding30%

Touring25%

Two-up15%

Track88%

Best for: It's built as a boutique Italian sportbike focused on precision cornering and track-honed handling rather than outright top speed.
Built for: The DB5 S has the raw, mechanical character of a hand-built Italian exotic, rewarding smooth inputs with razor-sharp direction changes and strong braking feel from its Brembo setup.
Not ideal for: This is not the right bike for new riders, commuters wanting comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or two-up travel.

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

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2007 Bimota DB5S, 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: 1079.0 ccm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.9 kW) @ 7000 RPM
Torque: 103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m)
Engine type: Parallel Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.5026 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 98.0 x 71.5 mm
Compression: 10.5:1
Cooling system: 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: Oil Bath Clutch, multi-disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1440 mm
Overall length: 2045 mm
Overall width: 750 mm
Overall height: 1230 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Wet weight: 189.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.00 litres
Ground clearance: 170 mm
Front percentage of weight: 51
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: CrMo steel tubular trellis
Front suspension: UD Marzocchi TiN Coated Fork Full Adjustable (Pre-load, Compression, Rebound)
Rear suspension: Monoshock Extreme Tech Full Adjustable (Pre-load -External Hydraulic Device, Compression, Rebound
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 108 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Double 320 mm Floating Discs Brembo, Radial Caliper Brembo 4-Pistons, 4-Pads
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. 230 mm Disc Brembo, 2-Pistons, 2-Pads Brembo
Rear brakes diameter: 230 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 180/55-17

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	2007	2008	2009	2010	2011
Capacity	1079 cc	1079 cc	1079 cc	1079 cc	1079 cc
Dry weight	—	185 kg	185 kg	185 kg	185 kg
Seat height	810 mm	800 mm	800 mm	810 mm	810 mm
Fuel capacity	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L	16 L