Bimota Mantra - 1998 Specifications and Reviews
The 1998 Bimota Mantra is an air-cooled V-twin middleweight designed for riders seeking nimble handling and retro styling. Weighing just 182 kg with an 80 hp engine, it excels as an agile street bike for spirited riding. The Mantra is best known for combining Italian design flair with practical everyday performance and approachable ergonomics.
General information | |
| Category | Unspecified category |
| Year | 1998 |
| Model | Bimota Mantra |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Starter | Electric |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Torque | 86.00 |
| Power | 80.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V2 |
| Capacity: | 904.00 ccm (55.16 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Seat height | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 182.0 kg (401.2 pounds) |
Bimota Mantra dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.4396 HP/kg |
| Top speed | 200.0 km/h (124.3 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
80 hp
Peak Power
3.6s
0-60 mph
124.3 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track55%
City60%
Cornering80%
Daily Riding55%
Touring42%
Passenger35%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate to experienced riders who appreciate a quirky, hand-built Italian naked bike with a distinctive air/oil-cooled Ducati-derived V-twin. |
| Purpose | Designed as a sporty, boutique naked roadster for engaging backroad riding rather than outright top-speed chasing or long-distance touring. |
| Rider Fit | A compact 780mm seat height and moderate 201kg wet weight make it manageable for riders of average build, though the sporty ergonomics favor a slightly forward-leaning posture. |
| Character | An eccentric, low-volume Italian special with striking styling and torquey V-twin character that rewards riders seeking something rare and characterful over mainstream performance. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders wanting passenger comfort, wind protection, off-road capability, or a mainstream ownership experience with easy parts and service access. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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