2016 Bimota Tesi 3D RaceCafe Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Bimota's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2016 Bimota Tesi 3D RaceCafe utilizes a 803 cc (49 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 88.0 x 66.0 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches) with a 11.1:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Tesi 3D RaceCafe measures 165 kg (364 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 757 mm (29.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,390 mm (54.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. 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 2016 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
757 mm (29.8 in)
Engine
Displacement803.0 ccm (49.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsDucati L-Twin
Compression11.1:1
Bore x Stroke88.0 x 66.0 mm (3.5 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection. Bimota by Athena/Electronic
Fuel ControlDesmodromic valve control
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchDry Clutch, multi-disc
Chassis
Frame TypeAlu alloy plates, front and rear swingers in 25NiCrMo4 steel. Adjustable height +/-23mm
Front SuspensionÖhlins monoshock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound, adjustable front end height +/-9,5mm
Rear SuspensionÖhlins monoshock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound, adjustable rear end height +/-14mm
Wheelbase1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Brembo 4-piston, four separates pads, radial pump
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Brembo, 2-piston
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsForged Aluminium Alloy, black
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight165.0 kg (363.8 pounds)
Seat Height757 mm (29.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height803 mm (31.6 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
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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.
