At the heart of the 2025 Bimota KB998 Rimini sport motorcycle, Bimota pairs a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 197.3 HP (144 kW) at 13,600 rpm while maximum torque reaches 111 Nm (81.9 lb-ft) at 11,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 197.7 HP per liter and a 1,900 rpm working window between peak torque (11,700 rpm) and peak power (13,600 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the KB998 Rimini measures 195 kg (430 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.01 HP/kg (0.99 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 830 mm (32.7 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,454 mm (57.2 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Bimota archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2025 to 2026, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
197.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.01 HP/kg (0.99 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
11,700–13,600 rpm
Standover Height
830 mm (32.7 in)
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Power197.3 HP (144.0 kW)) @ 13600 RPM
Torque111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 11700 RPM
Compression13.0:1
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multi-plate
Chassis
Front SuspensionShowa USD Balance Free 43 mm
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionMonoshock
Rear Travel125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase1454 mm (57.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R17
Rear Tyre200/55-R17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight195.0 kg (429.9 pounds)
Power/Weight1.0116 HP/kg
Seat Height830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1205 mm (47.4 inches)
Overall Length2085 mm (82.1 inches)
Overall Width862 mm (33.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Oil Capacity5.00 litres (5.28 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsRed/white/grey
InstrumentsDigital
Notes
Homologation approvals: Australia – Middle East - Philippine – China – USA and Canada including California. 2026 Homologation approval plan: Euro 5+. Windscreen.
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Transmission
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