Bimota DB 5 Mille - 2006 Specifications and Reviews

The 2006 Bimota DB 5 Mille is a lightweight Italian sport bike built for experienced riders seeking agile handling and distinctive character. Its air-oil cooled 992cc V-twin engine delivers lively mid-range performance while the featherweight 156kg chassis enables exceptional maneuverability. Known for combining raw mechanical simplicity with Bimota's engineering prowess, it appeals to purists who value purity over outright power.

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General information

CategorySport
Year2006
ModelBimota DB 5 Mille

Engine and Transmission Specifications

ClutchDry multiplate
Cooling systemOil & air
Lubrication systemWet sump
Fuel controlDesmodromic valve control
Valves per cylinder2
Bore x stroke94.0 x 71.5 mm (3.7 x 2.8 inches)
Torque85.00
Power92.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:992.00 ccm (60.53 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,425 mm (56.1 inches)
Seat height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight156.0 kg (343.9 pounds)
 
 

Bimota DB 5 Mille dimensions and frame

Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter298 mm (11.7 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17
Frame typeCrMo

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.5897 HP/kg

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

92 hp
Peak Power
3.3s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track88%
City35%
Cornering95%
Daily Riding30%
Touring25%
Passenger15%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a boutique Italian sportbike built for experienced riders who already understand aggressive, quick-steering machines.
PurposeIt exists for spirited backroad carving and trackday-style cornering rather than outright top-speed bragging or daily commuting.
Rider FitThe low dry weight paired with a compact chassis demands an active riding style and rewards riders comfortable with a committed, forward-leaning posture.
CharacterA rare, hand-built desmodromic V-twin special that prioritizes razor-sharp handling and exclusivity over raw horsepower figures.
Not Ideal ForIt is not a good fit for new riders, pillion-heavy touring plans, or anyone wanting plush comfort and low-maintenance ownership.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2006 Bimota DB 5 Mille Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 790mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Bimota DB 5 Mille, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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