SB 8 R Special

2001 Bimota SB 8 R Special Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2001 Bimota SB 8 R Special sport motorcycle, Bimota relies on a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 135 HP (98.5 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 104 Nm (76.7 lb-ft) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 135.5 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (8,500 rpm) and peak power (10,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the SB 8 R Special measures 178 kg (392 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.76 HP/kg (1.32 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.