Bimota 500 V-Due - 1999 Specifications and Reviews
The Bimota 500 V-Due is a compact Italian sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking lightweight agility and distinctive character. Its innovative 105 hp V-twin engine delivers thrilling performance in a 145 kg package, best known for combining sharp handling with exotic styling and genuine race-derived engineering.
1999
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 1999 |
| Model | Bimota 500 V-Due |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Power | 105.00 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 499.00 ccm (30.45 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,340 mm (52.8 inches) |
| Dry weight | 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds) |
Bimota 500 V-Due dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.7241 HP/kg |
| Top speed | 245.0 km/h (152.2 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 20.00 litres (5.28 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
105 hp
Peak Power
3.3s
0-60 mph
152.2 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track92%
City25%
Cornering95%
Daily Riding15%
Touring15%
Passenger10%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a rare, temperamental two-stroke exotic that demands an expert rider comfortable with abrupt power delivery and no electronic safety nets. |
| Purpose | Built purely for razor-sharp cornering and track-day thrills rather than any practical transportation role. |
| Rider Fit | The extremely low dry weight and aggressive sportbike ergonomics require a fit rider who can handle committed, forward-leaning riding positions and quick directional changes. |
| Character | A boutique Italian screamer with a snarling two-stroke V-twin heart, prized by collectors for its exclusivity and raw, unfiltered performance. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the bike for beginners, commuters, passengers, or anyone seeking comfort, reliability, or long-distance touring capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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