The Bimota YB5 was produced between 1987 and 1988, with only 208 units made. It was powered by a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder 1188cc engine, with 4 valves per cylinder, and a maximum power output of 130 hp at 9000 rpm. The frame was a double closed cradle made of chrome molybdenum steel, with Marzocchi forks and a single central shock absorber. The bike had a top speed of 243 km/h (151 mph) and was featured in a Moto Revue road test. The YB5 was fitted with a chain final drive, 2x 280mm front brake discs, and a single 280mm rear brake disc. The front and rear tyres were 120/70 ZR18 and 170/60 ZR18 respectively. The dry weight of the bike was 210 kg (463 lbs). Overall, the Bimota YB5 was a high-performance motorcycle, suitable for both racing and everyday riding.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Bimota YB5
| Year | 1987 – 1988 |
|---|---|
| Production | 208 units |
| Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. (Yamaha FJ1200) |
| Capacity | 1188 cc / 72.5 cub. in. |
| Bore x Stroke | 77.0 x 63.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 |
| Cooling System | Air / oil cooled |
| Induction | 4x 36mm Mikuni carb |
| Ignition | – |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 97 kW / 130 hp @ 9000 rpm |
| Max Power Rear Tyre | 83.4 kW / 111.8 hp @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 108 Nm / 11 kgf-m / 79.7 lb-ft. @ 7500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Double closed cradle and is made of chrome molybdenum steel. The side connecting plates are made on Avional and machines not cast |
| Front Suspension | 42mm Marzocchi forks |
| Rear Suspension | Single Central shock absorber. |
| Front Brakes | 2x 280mm discs |
| Rear Brakes | Single 280mm disc |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 ZR18 |
| Rear Tyre | 170/60 ZR18 |
| Dry Weight | 210 kg / 463 lbs. |
| Top Speed | 243 km/h / 151 mph |
| Road Test | Moto Revue |
