2008 Bimota DB7

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2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

– 2008 Bimota DB7

2008 Bimota DB7

Engine

At the heart of the new Bimota DB7 is the Ducati 1098 Testastretta Evoluzione engine. Powerful, and light, it generates the kind of power that excites the heart with each twist of the throttle, yet its linear power delivery allows entering and exiting turns fast – a confidently controlled experience.

Frame

The DB7 introduces a new hybrid oval tube trellis frame that utilizes lightweight machined plates in its design. The same engineering solution is used in the unique rear swingarm for a package that not only delivers rigidity and predictable handing, but also lends a harmonized technical look to the bike.

Suspension

The innovative rear suspension links the swingarm directly to the engine and employs an advanced Extreme Tech rear shock developed in cooperation with Bimota. The fully adjustable shock attaches to the SPB (Bimota progressive system) progressive linkage system, for maximum control and traction in the corners. The rear suspension is offset to the right side, allowing space for the rear cylinder exhaust system.

Upper and lower fork crowns are billet machined and mount fully adjustable Marzocchi Corse forks with 43 mm sliders with DLC (diamond like coating) treatment for smooth and predictable reaction to the tarmac.

Wheels, Brakes and Body

The alloy forged wheels are built specifically for Bimota design and are some of the lightest most torsionally rigid produced in the world. The powerful front brakes utilize twin 320 mm discs and radially mounted Brembo four pad four piston callipers. On the back a floating 230mm disc matches to a Brembo 2 piston calliper.

The top fairing is formed of structural carbon fiber and supports the instruments and headlamp, eliminating the need for a separate subframe. The rear tail section is also made of structural carbon fiber and also benefits from the same elimination of a separate subframe. Combined they significantly reduce the overall weight of the bike.

The digital instrument panel combines analog and digital readouts. The unit records 20 lap times, and top speed each lap.

The narrow fuel tank, with a capacity of 26 liters, has been sculpted to be extremely thin between the legs and matches perfectly the seat to maximise rider control and comfort. With a seat height of only 800mm, riders of all heights can enjoy the performance of the DB7.

Combine all of the DB7 innovations and you have a bike that weighs-in at an incredible class leading 170 kgs.

The DB7 bristles with fine CNC machined details including the rear frame plates, engine mounts foot rests, rear swingarm sections, chain adjuster plates and both clutch and front brake levers.

The new DB7 charms the heart by combining characteristic Bimota style cues with uncompromised attention to details and unparalleled fit and finish.

The DB7 is staged to add new definition the 1000cc Super bike category.

US SPECIFICATIONS: 2008 Bimota DB7
Price $00,000 MSRP

Engine – Ducati 1098 Testastretta Evoluzione
Engine Configuration: 90° “L” twin cylinder, four- stroke
Displacement: 1099 cc
Engine Cooling: liquid cooling
Compression Ratio: 12.5 ± 0.5:1
Valves per cylinder: 4
Bore x Stroke: 104.0 mm x 64.7 mm
Engine Redline: 10,700 rpm
Max power at crankshaft: 118 kW / 160 CV at 9750 rpm
Max torque at crankshaft: 123 Nm at 8000 rpm
Valvetrain Type: Desmodromic valve actuation
Intake Valve Diameter: Ø 42 mm
Exhaust Valve Diameter: Ø 34 mm
Fuel Pump: 3.5 bar, electronic
Throttle Body Diameter: 60 mm
Exhaust System: 2 in 1 in 1, Titanium silencer
Exhaust Emissions: EURO 3
ECU: Walbro
Injectors: Magneti Marelli, 12 hole
Lubrication System: Wet Sump
Transmission Type: Dry clutch multi-disc
Hydraulic actuation system
Primary Drive ratio: 32/59
Final Drive ratio: 15/38
Transmission ratios: VI: 15/37
V: 17/30
IV: 20/28
III: 22/26
II: 23/24
I: 24/23
CHASSIS
Wheelbase: 1430 mm
Steering angle: 25°
Trail: 100 mm
Swingarm length: 525±20 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Footpeg height: 400 mm
Handlebar height: 860 mm
Overall length: 2050 mm
Overall width: 700 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Ground clearance: 135 mm
Front suspension: Marzocchi Corse RAC 43 fork DLC fully adjustable
Diameter: 43 mm
Stroke: 120 mm
Rear suspension: Extreme Tech 2T4V shock fully adjustable
low/high speed damping adjusting
spring pre-load adjusting
wheel stroke: 130 mm
Front brake: Double Ø320 mm Brembo floating disc*, 4-pistons with radial
Brembo monoblock callipers, radial pumps
Rear brake: Ø220 mm Bimota floating disc, 2-pistons, with Bimota calliper
Wheels: FRONT:3.5”x17” Forged Al Alloy
REAR: 6.0”x17” Forged Al Alloy
Tires: FRONT: 120/70 ZR 17, Continental Race Attack
REAR: 190/55 ZR 17, Continental Race Attack
Fuel tank: 18 l (5 l reserve)
Total dry weight: 172 kg

Media Press Release:

Bimota Motorcycles
The land of engines
Italy’s Emilia Romagna region, the home of Bimota, is the technical and cultural heart of
Italian motorcycle passion, development and manufacture. The design and engineering
of sport motorcycles and automobiles in this province, known as the ‘terra dei motori’
(the land of engines), is simply a way of life. Today it remains fertile ground for the most
exciting new design concepts and performance advancements for racing and street-legal
motorcycles alike.

Since the 70’s, Bimota has produced distinct sport motorcycles with innovative solutions
to motorcycle design, construction and chassis dynamics, most notably that of advanced
hybrid-trellis frames, development of hub-center steering and extreme attention to
hand-crafted detail.

Ultimate sport bikes
The engines selected by Bimota are acquired directly from the world’s top producers.
Over the years, production included power plants from Ducati, Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda
and Kawasaki. Most models were initially developed as race only machines. The popular
Japanese and European engines, mated to the advanced Bimota chassis and components,
have always been considered the ultimate custom sport bikes, and the marque of choice
for the most sophisticated riders.

The performance advantages of a Bimota motorcycle have been widely recognised by
both street riders and competitive racers alike. Bimota race bikes have carried such
great names as Virginio Ferrari, Davide Tardozzi, Johnny Cecotto, Stefan Mertens,
Giancarlo Falappa, Randy Mamola and many others to victories on the world stage.

The pride of details
Bimota’s unique position in the history of Italian sport bikes, one of technical innovation,
unique design, hand-crafting and uncompromising component quality, has always been
the primary directive and soul of Bimota. Since the rebirth of Bimota in 2003, these
priorities have taken shape in the new generation models DB5, DB6 Delirio and Tesi
3D, all powered exclusively by Ducati Desmo engines. Together, in the world of sport
motorcycles, these three model families make an outstanding offer in the Super Sport
(DB5), Sport Special (Tesi 3D), and Sport Naked (DB6) segments of the market. Every
Bimota motorcycle is proudly designed, engineered and manufactured by hand solely in
the Bimota factory in Rimini, Italy.

The Bimota Superbike
Now, in the newest and most exciting chapter of the Bimota story, returns to the
ultimate sport bike segment, the Superbike class, with the introduction of the 2008
DB7. Powered by the incredible Ducati 1098 Testastretta Evoluzione engine, the DB7
enhances the performance of the motor with Bimota chassis concepts and exceptional
lightweight. The new Bimota Superbike introduces a long list of innovations including a
beautiful oval tube hybrid-trellis frame, distinct Bimota styling, a structural carbon fiber
rear sub-frame and unrivalled component details. Bimota performance and innovation
has never been more beautiful.

The Bimota DB7
Distinctly Bimota
The objective in the development of Bimota’s newest Superbike was to create a
motorcycle that is light and powerful with superior road manners, while remaining
distinctly Bimota in style and attitude. Furthermore, the new Bimota was to be as
capable on the track as it is on the street.

With so many Superbike manufacturers, there are also many advanced and extremely
capable motorcycles. So for Bimota, simply being fast and race inspired is not enough, a
Bimota must offer something more, much more.

The DB7 looks like no other Superbike, never to be mistaken for another brand. With
the team colours of red, white and black applied to the carbon fiber body shaped by the
pen and hands of designer Enrico Borghesan, the Bimota family dna is clear to see. This
Superbike dares true motorcyclists to get close and indulge in its details. The beauty and
drama of the DB7 at a distance is surpassed only by its detail. Each and every assembly,
fastener and chassis component is elegantly fashioned and manufactured with care using
advanced materials. From billet machined sub-frames, footrests and control levers to the
structural carbon fiber tail section and titanium silencer, no compromise was ever
considered nor made. The details are simply spectacular.

Light, powerful and only the best

Whether used for road or track, a sport bike’s lightweight represents a big advantage
and the DB7 leads the way. The rear section of the bike is crafted from structural
carbon fiber, eliminating the need for a sub-frame. The weight-saving advantage of
carbon fiber is also exploited for all fairing sections, fenders, chain guards and
instrument supports. Further savings come from the titanium silencer, new ultra-light
Bimota wheels plus machined aluminium frame plates, controls and chain adjusters.
The DB7’s road manners are inspiring and confident thanks to the choice of superior
materials, suspension, brakes, frame, wheels and controls. Utilizing the best components
from development partners such as Brembo, Marzocchi and ExtremeTech, combined
with Bimota’s own ultra-light wheels and frame, thrilling and track-proven performance
is ensured.

Bimota chose to power the DB7 with the spectacular World Superbike dominating
Ducati Testastretta Evoluzione engine. Ducati, a partner of Bimota from the beginning,
has developed the Testastretta into the world’s most powerful production twincylinder,
while retaining all the advantages of the L-Twin configuration. It’s a perfect
match to the Bimota formula and guarantees excitement with every twist of the
throttle.

Handcrafted sport motorcycles are the only thing that Bimota creates, and they are its
singular motivation. The DB7 is the manifestation of the pride, dreams and talent of
Bimota.

DB7 Power
The 1098 Testastretta engine

The Testastretta Evoluzione engine is the pinnacle of Ducati’s development and
perfection of the L-Twin engine. World Superbike dominance for the last 15 years is the
result of their continual commitment to twin-cylinder technology and the 1098
Testastretta Evoluzione, the most powerful twin-cylinder production engine in history,
is a fitting reward to the continued ingenuity of their engineers.
Highly ‘over-square’, the 1098 sports a massive 104mm bore and a short 64.7mm
stroke. To optimise the benefits of the new big twin, the completely redesigned
cylinder-heads are combined with advanced MotoGP induction technology to produce
an incredible 160hp of pure excitement.

The 1098 cylinder-heads feature a reduced angle between intake and exhaust valves,
allowing highly efficient, straight intake ducts to feed newly shaped combustion
chambers through large valves (42mm inlet, 34mm exhaust), operated by radical
camshafts.

The potential of the new cylinder-heads has been optimised by feeding them with
MotoGP developed elliptical throttle bodies. With a 30% increase in air flow over
conventional throttle bodies, the new elliptical shape contributes significantly to the
power of the DB7.

Impressively, the 1098 is one of the lightest Ducati Superbike engines ever, thanks to
the close scrutiny of every component including transmission gears and gear selector
drum as well as the oil pump and primary gears.

The DB7 1098 benefits from additional Bimota enhancements including a new fuel
injection system has been developed for the DB7 employing Magneti Marelli 12 hole
micro fine spray injectors, controlled by an advanced Walbro ECU (engine control unit).
The Walbro system is highly flexible in its tuning capacity, a great advantage during
development and for racing applications, plus it enjoys the simplicity of diagnostics using
a standard windows based PC.

Finally, the 1098 is complemented by a Bimota designed exhaust system. Exhaust header
pipes are formed of 52mm stainless steel and route to a catalytic converter mounted
under the engine. The exhaust then exits to an efficient right side mounted titanium
silencer. Of course, the DB7 responsibly complies with the strict Euro3 emission
standards.

DB7 Chassis
Hybrid-trellis frame

The DB7 frame is the most advanced evolution of the Bimota hybrid-trellis design. The
composite structure employs mitred and welded thin wall CrMo4 (Chrome Moly) tubing
and machined 6082 AC 100 Aluminium Alloy. The classic round tubes of the original
trellis design have been replaced for the DB7 with oval section tubes, in a 50mm x
30mm dimension with 1.5mm wall thickness. The trellis section joins the new larger
more robust alloy plates, and these work in harmony with the engine as a ‘stressed
member’ of the frame group. The result is a substantial 2.3kg reduction in weight, yet
with torsionally increased rigidity. What you feel as a rider is confident and consistent
road holding and stability.
Swingarm

The new DB7 swingarm is constructed with the same oval tubing and machined
aluminium of the frame. With the swingarm pivoting directly in the engine cases and
using an advanced GP style rising rate linkage system, rear wheel travel is highly
responsive and accurately follows even the most demanding road surfaces. An important
feature of the system is the ability to adjust ride height, independent of spring pre-load
and other suspension settings, via an eccentric top shock mount. This is a critical feature
when perfecting suspension set-up.
Structural carbon fiber

The tail section of the DB7 is crafted in structural carbon fiber, an advanced material
and methodology widely used in the aircraft industry. Its use contributes significantly to
the DB7’s lightweight and simplicity of form. This superior technical solution eliminates
the need for a separate rear sub-frame, and effectively lowers the center of gravity of
the bike.

DB7 Suspension
Front suspension
The DB7’s Marzocchi Corse RAC 43 forks are secured with machined aluminium
crowns, the lower crown using triple screws. The cartridge type forks, feature nitrite
coated sliders for smooth consistent action, and are fully adjustable. Rebound damping
offers 32 clicks of adjustment and compression offers 13, with further adjustment for
spring preload that is easily accessible externally at the top of each fork. Additionally,
each fork leg features an exclusive Bimota machined aluminium caliper mount. With
120mm of precision controlled wheel travel, road holding is accurate and confident both
on the track at maximum speed and spirited sport rides on the road.
Rear suspension

Rear wheel travel is controlled by the outstanding ExtremeTech 2v4 shock. Specifically
developed for the DB7, it is constructed of fully machined aluminium and features
separate high and low speed damping adjustments, for both compression and rebound,
plus spring preload. As a result, the 2v4 can be accurately tuned for any riding style or
track condition.

DB7 Control
Monobloc brake calipers

For a motorcycle with the performance of the DB7, superior stopping power is
fundamental, so the new Superbike mounts only the best; Brembo Monobloc racing
calipers. The M4-34 calipers are machined from a solid block of alloy and the result is a
single piece unit that has much higher rigidity and resistance to distortion, for maximum
stopping power during extreme braking. Combined with 320mm discs, world
championship level braking performance is in the hands of every DB7 rider.
Super light-weight wheels

Fitting lighter wheels has always been the racer’s way to improve the handling and track
‘feel’ of a race bike. This normally expensive upgrade, is standard fare for the DB7.
Designed in-house and manufactured exclusively for Bimota, the new ten spoke wheels
are ultra-light and dramatically reduce the critical moment-of-inertia, contributing
greatly to the DB7’s braking performance and ease of direction change.
Brake and clutch controls

The DB7 controls follow the quality and performance priority of the entire bike. Bimota
has selected the race specification Brembo ‘radial’ pumps for both front brake and
clutch actuation. Moreover, the billet machined levers, a Bimota exclusive, offer a wide
range of ‘reach’ adjustability, ensuring comfort and control for every rider.

DB7 Body
Premium carbon fiber
Look closely at any World Superbike or MotoGP racebike, and you’ll find an all carbon
fiber fairing, fenders and tail section, so of course you’ll find the same on the DB7. The
aggressive GP inspired body design is finished in the Bimota team colours of red and
white over black carbon fiber, and at a glance, the DB7 seems to be in motion even
when at rest. In addition, the Bimota sports carbon fiber instrument mounts, chain
guards, licence plate bracket, and when combined with the structural carbon fiber rear
tail section, titanium exhaust silencer and the billet aluminium used throughout, it’s clear
why the sleek and aerodynamic DB7 feels so light and confident on the track.

DB7 Electronics
Instrumentation
Ease of use, daytime visibility and accuracy are the fundamental elements of the best
instrumentation, and the DB7 delivers just that. A big analogue rev counter, paired to a
large LCD screen with multiple digital readouts are essential in design and perfectly
placed for quick access to information while underway. The various functions available
are retrieved using the two input buttons which are designed for use even with gloved
hands.

In addition to the expected displays of time, distance, water temperature and time for
service, the DB7 offers further race oriented features. An ‘over-rev’ indicator lamp, also
called a ‘shift-light’, is positioned next to the rev-counter and illuminates to warn the
rider that maximum rpm has been reached. The instrumentation also offers complete
timing and recording of racetrack performance. Actuated by the starter button, up to 20
laps can be recorded and reviewed after your track session. Recorded information
includes time elapsed, maximum rpm, and maximum speed achieved for each lap.

Lights
Powerful twin vertical poly-ellipsoid
projection headlights show the way, while
the bright LED turn signals and taillight let
the rest of the world know your intentions.