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farewell to sporty 2-strokes. The ever-increasing performance of 4-strokes and anti-pollution standards are dooming these engines with their distinctive charms. With Aprilia's 250 RS, only this Bimota 500 V DUE is left to make the mewing of holey cylinders. The only large 2-stroke twin on the market, the Bimota appeared with a few problems and an electronic injection system outstripped by the engine's pace. For this Evolutione edition, the Italian forgets its problems and goes back to good old carburetors. It is offered in 2 versions: Strada for the road, and Trofeo for the track, its preferred venue. The V DUE is a special machine in motorcycle production, not only because of its engine design, but also because of its strengths: 118 hp to carry a featherweight of 145 kg dry weight. With that, you've got everything you need to enter another dimension. The powertrain is smooth and easy to ride... before becoming impressively furious once you reach 8,000 rpm. The chassis is no slouch either. It's sporty, period! Stable and ultra-efficient, this machine is like a fish in water on the racetrack - and you'll be rewarded with outstanding handling and musicality. Although a little expensive, it is nothing less than an exceptional machine.

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Specifications Bimota 500 V-DUE 1997

Chassis: Frame : Double-beam aluminum perimeter; Fuel capacity : 16 liters (4.23 US gallons); Seat height : 820 mm (32.28 in); Length : 1,940 mm (76.38 in); Width : 780 mm (30.71 in); Min height : 1,140 mm (44.88 in); Wheelbase : 1,340 mm (52.76 in); Dry weight : 164 kg (362 lb)

Front axle: Inverted telescopic fork ? 46 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in); Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper; Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Transmission: 6 stage gearbox; Secondary by chain

Rear axle: Öhlins monoshock / Öhlins, Wheel travel : 130 mm (5.12 in); Braking 1 disc Ø 230 mm (9.06 in), 2-piston caliper; Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Motor: two-cylinder 90° L-shape , 4 strokes; Injection; Cooling system : liquid; 499 cc; 110 ch (108.50 hp) to 9,000 rpm; 9 mkg to 8,000 rpm; Power-to-weight ratio : 1.51 kg/ch; Weight / torque ratio : 18.22 kg/mkg

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The machine of my dreams! 12/02/2011 18:35 Rating : 5/5 Respond to mandres

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RS Product has developed a performance kit that gives 140 hp at 10500 rpm, with really efficient fuel injection. The bike revs like a bomb. At less than 170 kilos with full tanks... the bike becomes more than interesting!!! www.rsproduct.com for any information, go ahead on my behalf. Ultra serious and friendly, they'll find a solution for your bimota! 12/25/2004 00:45 Rating : 5/5 Respond to reg'

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What is the power of the 500 V-DUE?: The 500 V-DUE 1997 develops a power of 110 ch (108.50 hp)
What is the torque of the 500 V-DUE?: The maximum torque of the 500 V-DUE 1997 is 9 mkg to 8,000 rpm.
What is the weight of the 500 V-DUE?: The 500 V-DUE 1997 has a a dry weight of 164 kg (362 lb).
QWhat is the seat height of the 500 V-DUE?: To ensure good accessibility, the 500 V-DUE 1997 offers a minimum seat height of 820 mm (32.28 in).
What is the price of the 500 V-DUE?: The price of the 500 V-DUE 1997 is 16,770€ in France
What size tires should I put on my 500 V-DUE?: The standard size for a 500 V-DUE 1997 is 120 / 70 - 17 for the front, and 180 / 55 - 17 for the rear.

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