Bimota HB2 (1982 )

The Bimota HB2 is a rare motorcycle produced in 1982, with only 193 units made. Its engine is an air-cooled, four-stroke transverse four-cylinder with a capacity of 901cc and a compression ratio of 8.8:1. The induction system uses four 32mm Keihin carbs, while ignition is inductive electronic. The motorcycle features a tubular steel space-frame and Italia front suspension with 8 settings, as well as a slightly backward-facing De Carbon shock absorber at the rear with 10 settings. The front brakes consist of 2x 200mm discs, while the rear has a single 200mm disc. The motorcycle’s dry weight is 200kg, and it can reach a top speed of 231km/h or 143.5mph. It was reviewed positively in publications such as Solo.Moto, Motorrad, and Motociclismo.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Bimota HB2

Year: 1982


Production: 193 units
Engine: Air cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 901cc / 55 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke: 64.5 X 69 mm
Compression Ratio: 8.8:1
Cooling System: Air / oil cooled
Induction: 4x 32mm Keihin carbs
Ignition: Inductive electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 70.8 kW / 95 hp @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque: 77 Nm / 7.9 kgf-m / 56.8 lb-ft. @ 8000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Tubular steel space-frame
Front Suspension: Italia with 8 settings with magnesium tubes

Rear Suspension: Slightly backward facing De Carbon shock absorber with 10 settings.
Front Brakes: 2x 200mm discs
Rear Brakes: Single 200mm disc
Dry weight: 200 kg / 440.9 lbs
Top Speed: 231 km/h / 143.5 mph
Road Test: Solo.Moto 1984 Motorrad HB2 HB3 KB3SB3 Motociclismo HB2 HB3

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