Naked Motorcycles
1996Bimota Mantra
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The 1996 Bimota Mantra is a lightweight middleweight sport bike powered by a 904cc V-twin engine producing 86 horsepower. Best suited for experienced riders seeking agile handling and classic Italian sportbike character, it's renowned for its exceptional power-to-weight ratio and responsive performance. The Mantra exemplifies Bimota's philosophy of marrying potent engines with minimalist, precision-engineered chassis design.
- Capacity
- 904.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 172.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 86.0 HP (63.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM
What’s new for the 1996 Bimota Mantra
vs the 1995| Spec | 1995 | 1996 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 85.0 HP (62.5 kW) | 86.0 HP (63.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a sporty, boutique naked roadster for engaging backroad riding rather than outright top-speed chasing or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- An eccentric, low-volume Italian special with striking styling and torquey V-twin character that rewards riders seeking something rare and characterful over mainstream performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting passenger comfort, wind protection, off-road capability, or a mainstream ownership experience with easy parts and service access.
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
- 904.0 ccm
- Power
- 86.0 HP (63.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM
- Torque
- 90.2 Nm (9.2 kgf-m) @ 5700 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5000 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 92.0 x 68.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1370 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 172.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 201.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 24.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 230 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
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 | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 904 cc | 904 cc | 904 cc | 904 cc | 904 cc |
| Dry weight | 172 kg | 172 kg | 172 kg | 182 kg | 182 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 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 Mantra?
The 1996 Bimota Mantra has a Capacity of 904.0 ccm (55.17 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota Mantra have?
The 1996 Bimota Mantra has a Power of 86.0 HP (63.3 kW) @ 7000 RPM.
How many gears does the Bimota Mantra have?
The 1996 Bimota Mantra has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Bimota Mantra?
The 1996 Bimota Mantra has a Torque of 90.2 Nm (9.2 kgf-m or 66.5 ft.lbs) @ 5700 RPM.
How much does the Bimota Mantra weigh?
The 1996 Bimota Mantra has a Dry weight of 172.0 kg (379.2 pounds).
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