2011 Bimota DB6 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Bimota's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Bimota DB6 R pairs a 1079 cc (65.8 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 98.0 x 71.5 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches) with a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the DB6 R measures 170 kg (375 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, 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.
Within MotoLibrary's Bimota archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2008 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1079.0 ccm (65.84 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsDucati 1100 DS. Twin cylinder 90°.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke98.0 x 71.5 mm (3.9 x 2.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Walbro
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
LubricationWet Sump
CoolingOil & air
Max RPM8500
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchDry clutch Multi-disc with hydraulic actuation system
DrivelinePrimary Drive ratio: 33/61. Final Drive ratio: 15/39.
Performance
Exhaust2 in 1 in 2, inox steel
Chassis
Rake24.0°
Front Suspension50 mm Marzocchi UD fork TiN fully adjustable
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
