Bimota YB8 Furano (1992-93)

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.

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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