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2015Bimota DB8 Italia
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The 2015 Bimota DB8 Italia is a special edition of Bimota's Ducati-engined superbike. Its liquid-cooled 1,198cc V-twin makes 162 hp at 9,500 rpm and 130 Nm through a six-speed gearbox, for a top speed of about 280 km/h. At 175 kg dry with an 18-litre tank, it is rare and fast.
- Capacity
- 1198.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 175.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It exists for razor-sharp cornering and track-focused speed thrills rather than any form of practical transportation.
- Built for
- A rare, boutique Italian special that pairs a Ducati V-twin heart with hand-built chassis artistry for an intense, connected ride.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for commuters, touring couples, or anyone seeking upright comfort and everyday practicality.
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
- 1198.0 ccm
- Power
- 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM
- Torque
- 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m) @ 7700 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.9257 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 106.0 x 67.9 mm
- Compression
- 11.5:1
- 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
Other
- Color options
- White/red
- Comments
- Italian brand.
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 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc | 1198 cc |
| Dry weight | 175 kg | 175 kg | 164 kg | 164 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
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 DB8 Italia?
The 2015 Bimota DB8 Italia has a Capacity of 1198.0 ccm (73.11 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota DB8 Italia have?
The 2015 Bimota DB8 Italia has a Power of 162.0 HP (118.2 kW) @ 9500 RPM.
How many gears does the Bimota DB8 Italia have?
The 2015 Bimota DB8 Italia has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Bimota DB8 Italia?
The 2015 Bimota DB8 Italia has a Torque of 130.0 Nm (13.3 kgf-m or 95.9 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM.
How much does the Bimota DB8 Italia weigh?
The 2015 Bimota DB8 Italia has a Dry weight of 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds).
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