The Bimota YB8 Furano is a rare motorcycle with only 152 units produced between 1992 and 1993. It has a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, DOHC engine with a capacity of 1002 cc, and a compression ratio of 12.0:1. Its maximum power output is 122.3 kW / 164 hp at 10500 rpm with a maximum torque of 101 Nm / 10.3 kg-m / 74.5 lb-ft. at 8500 rpm. The bike’s frame is made of two diagonal beams in section-bar aluminum with internal ribbing. The front suspension consists of Ahlins upside-down forks, while the rear suspension is an Ahlins link-age. The brakes feature two 320mm discs with 4-piston calipers up front, and a single 230mm disc with a 2-piston caliper in the rear. The fuel capacity of the bike is 20 liters, and its average consumption is 7.9 l/100 km. Standing 1/4 mile, the bike takes 10.4 seconds with a top speed of 276.9 km/h. Overall, this bike boasts impressive power and high speeds, making it a rare and coveted model for motorcycle enthusiasts.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Bimota YB8 Furano
| Year | 1992 – 93 |
|---|---|
| Production | 152 units |
| Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 5 valves per cylinder. |
| Capacity | 1002 cc / 61.1 cub. in. |
| Bore x Stroke | 75.5 x 56 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
| Induction | Weber Marelli injection |
| Ignition | – / |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 122.3 kW / 164 hp @ 10500 rpm |
| Max Power Rear Tyre | 101.7 kW / 136.4 hp @ 10300 rpm |
| Max Torque | 101 Nm / 10.3 kg-m / 74.5 lb-ft. @ 8500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Two diagonal beams in section bar made of aluminium with internal ribbing. The cylinders are supported by plates bolted to the beams and the swing arm is made of aluminium |
| Front Suspension | ~Ahlins upside-down forks, preload, compression and rebound damping adjustable. |
| Rear Suspension | ~Ahlins link-age preload, compression and rebound damping adjustable. |
| Front Brakes | 2x 320mm disc 4 piston calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Single 230mm disc 2 piston caliper |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 180/55 ZR17 |
| Dry Weight | 180 kg / 396.8 lbs. |
| Wet Weight | 207 kg / 456.4 lbs. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20 Litres / 5.3 gal |
| Consumption Average | 7.9 l/100 km / 26.6 mpg |
| Braking 60 – 0 / 100 – 0 | 12.9 m / 36.2 m 42.3 ft. / 118.8 ft. |
| Standing 1/4 Mile | 10.4 sec / 216.9 km/h / 134.8 mph |
| Top Speed | 276.9 km/h / 172.1 mph |
| Road Test | 1992 In.Moto |
