2014 Bimota DB5 RE Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Bimota's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2014 Bimota DB5 RE utilizes a 1078 cc (65.8 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 98 HP (71.5 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 105 Nm (77.4 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 90.9 HP per liter and a 3,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the DB5 RE measures 169 kg (373 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.58 HP/kg (1.72 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,430 mm (56.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 230 km/h (143 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Bimota archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2013 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
90.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.58 HP/kg (1.72 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–8,500 rpm
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement1078.0 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsDucati 1100DS engine. L-twin.
Power98.0 HP (71.5 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque105.0 Nm (10.7 kgf-m or 77.4 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression10.7:1
Bore x Stroke98.0 x 71.5 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchDry multiplate
Performance
Top Speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular chrome-molibdenum steel
Rake24.0°
Trail100 mm (3.9 inches)
Front SuspensionUpside-down fully adjustable forks
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionMonoshock
Rear Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesSingle disc. Brembo, 4-pistons, 4-pads with radial Brembo calipers
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 2-pistons, Bimota caliper
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsForged Alluminium rims
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight169.0 kg (372.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5799 HP/kg
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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