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Bimota 2005 SB8K Santa Monica - Don't miss our
latest update on the DB5 (02-18-2005)
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Introduction
A technical analysis of the SB8K model shows important technological
advances in terms of construction, both of the chassis and engine.
The most noticeable and striking feature is the radial motion
of the fuel injectors that perfectly mimics the movement of the
butterfly valves. This innovation maximizes performance by ensuring
a perfect fluidity and consistancy of the power delivery over
the complete rpm range of the engine, which leads to significantly
improved engine performance.
The electronic engine management is carried out by a sophisticated
ECU which guarantees the most efficient performance of the unit,
based on the operation and load conditions. The ECU also controls
every electrical system and immediately communicates any kind
of problem to the user. In addition to these basic tasks, the
ECU is also capable of handling different mappings, which can
be chosen manually by the rider, depending on the setting of
the motorcycle or intended environmet of use (normal, sporting
or racing modes).
Approximately one hour of historic data concerning the basic
parameters of the bike (like water temperature, air, speed, revolutions,
and suspension positions) can be fully downloaded if the sensors
are set up for such an application.
With a profusion of light alloys and carbon fiber, the materials
employed in the construction of the chassis are the most advanced
materials available today. Carbon fiber is used for the faring
as well as for the construction of the fuel tank, which was built
utilizing the same techniques applied to parts for the Motorcycle
Grand Prix. Many elements of the SB8K are meticulously machined
from aluminum alloy, a distinctive hallmark for all classic and
current Bimota products.
Tech Specs Bimota SB8K
Santa Monica
Chassis
 Frame: Modular,
composed of two aluminium alloy beams and carbon fibre plates
Wheelbase: 1390 mm / 54.7 in
Rake: 23° ÷ 24°
Front suspension: Öhlins upside-down fully adjustable forks
with TiN surface treatment
Front wheel travel: 120 mm / 4.7 in
Front brake: 2 x 320 mm semi-floating discs, 4-piston 4-pad radial
calipers - Brembo
Front wheel: 6 spoke design light alloy forged 3.50x17 - OZ
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear suspension: Progressive linkage with fully adjustable Öhlins
monoshock
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm / 5.1 in
Rear brake: 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper - Brembo
Rear wheel: 6 spoke design light alloy forged 5.50x17 - OZ
Rear tyre: 180/55 ZR 17
Fuel tank capacity: 21 l / 5.6 US gal (including 5 l / 1.3 US
gal reserve)
Weight: 175 kg / 400 lbs (includes battery, lubricants and, where
applicable, cooling liquid)
Seat height: 810 mm / 31.9 in
Instruments: Speedometer, rev counter, high beam indicator, direction
indicators, oil pressure warning light, low fuel warning light,
neutral light, water temperature
Engine
Type: Suzuki TL 1000 R - L twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder;
liqu
id cooled
Displacement: 996 cc
Bore x Stroke: 98x66
Compression ratio: 11.3:1
Power: 104.8 kW - 142.6 HP @ 9750 rpm
Torque: 105.5 Nm - 10.75 kgm @ 8750 rpm
Fuel injection: Electronic fuel injection, 55 mm throttle body
Exhaust: Double aluminium mufflers with catalytic converter
Emissions: Euro 2
Transmission
Gearbox: 6 speed
Ratios: 1st 12/32, 2nd 15/29, 3rd 18/27, 4th 22/27, 5th 23/25,
6th 24/24
Primary drive: Straight cut gears; (ratio 31/57)
Final drive: Chain; Front sprocket 17; Rear sprocket 39
Clutch: Multiple plate in oil bath
Warranty
2 years unlimited mileage
Colors
Carbon fibre/White/Red/Gold
Wheel colors
Gold anodized
Versions
Single seat
Bimota pursues an ongoing research and development programme
and therefore the company reserves the right to modify its products
without notice and without obligation to do the same.
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