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Bimota DB5 RE - 2013 Specifications and Reviews
The 2013 Bimota DB5 RE is a lightweight sport bike powered by Ducati's 1078cc L-twin engine, delivering 98 horsepower and 105 Nm of torque. Built for experienced riders seeking nimble handling and Italian character, it combines Bimota's chassis expertise with proven Ducati powerplant reliability and distinctive twin-cylinder performance.
2013
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2013 |
| Model | Bimota DB5 RE |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Dry multiplate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Oil & air |
| Fuel control | Desmodromic valve control |
| Fuel system | Injection. Bimota injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 98.0 x 71.5 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression | 10.7:1 |
| Top speed | 230.0 km/h (142.9 mph) |
| Torque | 105.00 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 5500 |
| Power | 98.00 |
| Engine details | Ducati 1100DS engine. L-twin. |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1078.00 ccm (65.78 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Forged Alluminium rims |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-pistons, Bimota caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Brembo, 4-pistons, 4-pads with radial Brembo calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 180/55-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock |
| Front suspension travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front suspension | Upside-down fully adjustable forks |
| Trail | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
| Frame type | Tubular chrome-molibdenum steel |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,430 mm (56.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm (5.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 830 mm (32.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,050 mm (80.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,110 mm (43.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5799 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Red/white/green |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
98 hp
Peak Power
3.3s
0-60 mph
142.9 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track85%
City35%
Cornering93%
Daily Riding30%
Touring25%
Passenger15%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a boutique Italian exotic best suited to experienced riders who understand desmodromic L-twins and low-volume special builds. |
| Purpose | Built for spirited backroad carving and trackday cornering rather than outright top-speed bragging rights. |
| Rider Fit | The low, compact stance and aggressive geometry demand a committed, forward-leaning riding position that can tire out taller or less flexible riders over distance. |
| Character | A light, razor-sharp handling special with a torquey, characterful Ducati L-twin heart wrapped in exclusive Bimota chassis engineering. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for riders wanting plush comfort, pillion practicality, long-distance touring ease, or any kind of off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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