Motorcycle specifications BimotaSB8R 1998 Nippon heart in Italian dress
presentation of the SB8R 1998
italians know how to make exceptional machines, with passionate character and captivating plastic. Bimota, a small manufacturer, knows how to do just that, and proves it once again with this sublime SB8R. A compact, lightweight machine with alluring attributes. The engine is the twin-cylinder of the Suzuki TL 1000 R, redesigned to deliver more power. More aggressive on the Bimota, it's also smoother and more vigorous than Ducati's 996. This concentrate of gniak is housed in an ultra-stiff frame made up of 2 aluminum-carbon spars. The fairing and air intake ducts are also in carbon, the fuel tank in nylon, and the peripherals come from the best manufacturers.
brembo's top-notch brakes have no trouble stopping this lightweight twin sports bike. The Öhlins shock absorber offers real comfort and greater efficiency than the TLR, especially when cornering and accelerating. As for the Paioli inverted fork, it offers an excellent feel. The SB8R is easy to ride, yet very efficient, stiff and stable under braking. No compromises on board: it's racing! Protection is non-existent, the seat is a mouse pad, and the sensations are exclusive. If your wallet is well-stocked, treat yourself to the super-luxe version. 15,000 frs (€2,290) more, but carbon and titanium galore.
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Key facts Bimota SB8R (1998) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- Road behaviour
- Smooth, powerful engine in full
- Top-quality finish
Weak points
- Prohibitive price
- Position ultrasport
- Protection ridicule
Prices
| Basic version | |
|---|---|
 France |
21,478€
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Performance
- Max speed : 250 km/h (155.30 mph)
Specifications Bimota SB8R 1998
- Chassis
- Frame : aluminium and carbon double spar, carbon rear frame
- Fuel capacity : 20 liters (5.28 US gallons)
- Seat height : 810 mm (31.89 in)
- Length : 2,100 mm (82.68 in)
- Width : 860 mm (33.86 in)
- Min height : 1,140 mm (44.88 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,395 mm (54.92 in)
- Dry weight : 178 kg (392 lb)
- Front axle
- Paioli inverted telehydraulic fork, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 65 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- Mono-damper, 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
- 2 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 996 cc (Bore x stroke: 98 x 66 mm)
- 134 ch (132.10 hp) to 10,000 rpm
- 9 mkg to 8,750 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 1.35 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 19.78 kg/mkg
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