Bimota holds a unique position in the history of sport
motorcycles. The Emilia Romagna region of Italy has always been the heart of
Italian motorcycle development and manufacture. Design and engineering in
this region, ‘terra di motore’ (the land of engines), has always been
fertile ground for the development of so many the new technical ideas and
performance advancements of Italian motorcycles. Bimota entered the fray in
the early 70’s with innovative solutions to chassis design most notably that
of trellis frames, hub center steering and extreme attention to component
detail. The engines utilized were directly acquired from almost all of the
top world producers. During the years Bimota production included engines
from and Honda, Suzuki, Harley Davidson, Yamaha, Ducati, BMW,
Gilera, and Kawasaki, most of which were initially developed as race only
bikes. The incredible passion of the three founders Bianchi, Morri and
Tamburini produced race bikes that carried such great names as Ferrari,
Tardozzi, Mertens and Falappa to victories on the world stage.
Technical innovation, handcrafting and unrestricted component quality have
always been the primary directive and soul of Bimota. Since the rebirth of
Bimota in 2003, these priorities remain at core of the companies philosophy
and take form in the new generation models DB5, DB6 Delirio and incredible
Tesi 3D. Unique in the world of motorcycling, Bimota continues to offer the
motorcycle world technically advanced TESI 3D omega frame with ultra stable
hub center steering.
The latest chapter in Bimota development is the new DB7. Powered by the
incredible Ducati 1098 Testastretta Evoluzione engine, the DB7 matches the
performance of the Ducati Superbike engine with the innovative Bimota
chassis concepts. The DB7 introduces a beautiful oval tube hybrid trellis
frame, stout light alloy mounting plates and a structural carbon fibre rear
subframe and a new Bimota progressive rear suspension. Bimota technology and
innovation has never been more beautiful.
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.
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