Bimota DB1SR (1987 (production153))
The Bimota DB1SR is a motorcycle produced in 1987 with only 153 made. It has a four-stroke, 90-degree L twin cylinder engine with desmodromic 2 valves per cylinder and a capacity of 748cc. The bike has a bore and stroke of 88 x 61.5 mm and a compression ratio of 10.4:1. It uses a 2x 41mm Dell’Orto carburetor and has a maximum power output of 59 kW/80 hp at 9200 rpm. The transmission is a five-speed gearbox with a final chain drive.
The load-bearing space frame structure is made of chrome-molybdenum steel, and the suspension features a 41.7 mm telescopic M1R Marzocchi on the front and a rising rate linkage with Marzocchi shocks on the rear. The front brakes have two 280mm discs and a one-piston caliper, while the rear brake has a single 260mm disc. Tires are 130/80 V16 on the front and 160/80 V18 on the rear. The motorcycle has a dry weight of 160 kg/352.7 lbs and a fuel capacity of 22 litres/5.8 US gallons. In terms of performance, the Bimota DB1SR can reach 104 mph and complete a standing quarter-mile in 12.6 sec at 167 km/h.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Bimota DB1SR
Year: 1987 (production 153)
Engine: Four stroke, 90 degrees L twin cylinder, SOHC, desmodromic 2 valves per cylinder (Ducati 750 Pantah)
Capacity: 748 cc / 45.6 cub in.
Bore x Stroke: 88 x 61.5 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 10.4:1
Cooling: Air
Induction: 2x 41mm Dell’Orto carbs
Ignition: –
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 59 kW / 80 hp @ 9200 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Load bearing space frame structure made of chrome-molybdenum steel
Front Suspension: 41.7mm Telescopic M.1.R Marzocchi with 4-way rebound damping
Rear Suspension: Rising rate linkage with Marzocchi shocks with adjustable preload 11 position compression damping
Front Brakes: 2x 280mm discs 1 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 260mm disc
Front Tyre: 130/80 V16
Rear Tyre: 160/80 V18
Dry Weight: 160 kg / 352.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 22 Litres / 5.8 US gal
Standing 1/4 Mile: 12.6 sec / 167 km/h / 104 mph
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