SB 8 R

2001 Bimota SB 8 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Bimota for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2001 Bimota SB 8 R relies on a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 133 HP (97.1 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 93 Nm (68.6 lb-ft) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 133.5 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 measures 178 kg (392 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.75 HP/kg (1.34 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 1,390 mm (54.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 22-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 260 km/h (162 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Bimota archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1999 to 2001, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.