Bimota SB5 (1985)

The Bimota SB5 was a high-performance motorcycle produced in 1985 with only 158 units made. It was powered by a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 1135 cc and a compression ratio of 9.7:1. The bike had a maximum power output of 85.8 kW / 115 hp @ 8500 rpm and a maximum torque of 104 Nm / 10.6 kg-m / 76.7 lb-ft. @ 6500 rpm, with a top speed of 248 km/h / 154.1 mph. It featured a chrome molybdenum steel double closed cradle frame, Italia 40 mm front fork, and single central shock absorber rear suspension. Braking was provided by two 280mm discs on the front and a single 280mm disc on the rear, with a wet weight of 233 kg / 513.7 lbs. The Bimota SB5 was road tested by Motosprint in 1984 and was part of a Superbike Group Test in 1985.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Bimota SB5

Year: 1985
Production: 158 units
Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 1135 cc / 69.3 cub. in.
Bore x Stroke: 74 x 66 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.7:1
Cooling: Air / oil
Induction: 4x 36mm Mikuni carbs
Ignition: –
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 85.8 kW / 115 hp @ 8500 rpm ( 88.7 kW / 119 hp @ 8500 rpm)
Max Torque: 104 Nm / 10.6 kg-m / 76.7 lb-ft. @ 6500 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Chrome molybdenum steel double closed cradle
Front Suspension: Italia 40 mm front fork
Rear Suspension: single Central shock absorber.
Front Brakes: 2x 280mm discs
Rear Brakes: Single 280mm disc
Wet-Weight: 233 kg / 513.7 lbs.
Top Speed: 248 km/h / 154.1 mph
Road Test: Motosprint 1984 Superbike Group Test 1985 Motosprint