Sportbikes
1997Bimota SB6
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The 1997 Bimota SB6 is a hand-built Italian superbike powered by Suzuki GSX-R1100 power. Its liquid-cooled 1,074cc inline four produces 156 hp and 126.5 Nm through a five-speed gearbox. A 215 kg dry weight and exotic chassis make it a collector's bike.
- Capacity
- 1074.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
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- 156.0 HP (114.7 kW)
What’s new for the 1997 Bimota SB6
vs the 1996| Spec | 1996 | 1997 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 156.0 HP (114.7 kW) @ 10000 RPM | 156.0 HP (114.7 kW) |
| Torque | 117.7 Nm (12.0 kgf-m or 86.8 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM | 126.5 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.3 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM |
| Dry weight | 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds) | 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 755 mm (29.7 inches) | not listed |
| Cooling | — | Liquid |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as an exotic Italian sportbike, it excels at spirited backroad carving and track-day performance rather than practical transportation.
- Built for
- It suits a passionate enthusiast who values exclusivity, handcrafted engineering, and razor-sharp handling over everyday convenience.
- Not ideal for
- This machine is not suited to new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone needing a practical passenger-friendly or long-distance touring companion.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1074.0 ccm
- Power
- 156.0 HP (114.7 kW)
- Torque
- 126.5 Nm (12.9 kgf-m) @ 9000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7256 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 2.90 seconds
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
- 3.10 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
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 | 1995 | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1074 cc | 1074 cc | 1074 cc | 1074 cc | 1074 cc | 1100 cc |
| Dry weight | 215 kg | 190 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | — |
| Seat height | — | 755 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 SB6?
The 1997 Bimota SB6 has a Capacity of 1074.0 ccm (65.54 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Bimota SB6 have?
The 1997 Bimota SB6 has a Power of 156.0 HP (114.7 kW).
How many gears does the Bimota SB6 have?
The 1997 Bimota SB6 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Bimota SB6?
The 1997 Bimota SB6 has a Torque of 126.5 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.3 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM.
How much does the Bimota SB6 weigh?
The 1997 Bimota SB6 has a Dry weight of 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds).
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