2015 BIMOTA DB8 ORO NERO SPECS AND REVIEWS

The Bimota DB8 Oronero is a beautiful work of art on wheels. It has a rather handsome body that was carefully crafted to help it slash the air like a blade and is outfitted with a variety of cutting-edge technology that allow it to give first-rate high-speed performance.

The Bimota DB8 Oronero is also rather comfortable to ride, with a seat height of under 80 cm, a contoured fuel tank, and ergonomically built handlebars.

The DB8 Oronero is one of the lightest boats in its class, weighing only 159 kg dry. The bike’s minimal weight was accomplished by handcrafting a carbon fiber frame and swingarm.

The motorbike is powered by a 1198 Cc, Ducati liquid cooled, twin cylinder, 4 stroke90°, 4 valves per cylinder, Desmodromic engine that produces 170 HP at 9750 RPM and 127 Nm of torque at 8000 RPM. A six-speed transmission with a dry, multi-disc clutch keeps the engine’s power under check.

The Bimota DB7 utilised the Ducati 1098 engine, thus it was no surprise that they quickly upgraded the model to keep up with Ducati, which had produced the larger 1198 engine.

The new Bimota DB8 appeared to be very similar to the DB7, yet there were three major differences.

It was powered by the massive 1198 Ducati Testastretta engine, had a novel twin seat arrangement, and was less expensive than its predecessor.

Bimota’s goal was to keep its soft ride quality while lowering the price sufficiently to attract a wider audience.

Ducati’s goal with the 1198 was to capture the sheer power and superbike perfection of the previous 1098 while still making it a suitable road fighter.

To some extent, the Bimota DB8 followed suit by making it more approachable than the DB7, and perhaps it would encourage a few daring owners to venture out on country roads rather than just a track or the occasional Sunday morning toy.

The DB7’s self-supporting rear carbon frames were replaced with aluminum billet machined sub frames that fitted flawlessly.

The carbon bodywork and several components found on the DB7 were also swapped out in order for Bimota to save expenses for the DB8. The bodywork was entirely made of painted fiberglass.

It is worth mentioning that all of the carbon fiber elements from the Bimota DB7 that were not used on the DB8 were made available for purchase as racing equipment for the new bike. Customers might thus obtain all of the carbon pieces at an additional expense.

The 170 horsepower engine was the ideal match for the chassis, providing incredible acceleration, power on demand, and torque to take you through the bends all day.

With only about 185kg to power along, the power-weight ratio was excellent, and twisting the throttle would supply power smoothly while pushing hard through all gears.

Bimota was once again cutting no corners when it came to premium parts, collaborating with the likes of Marzocchi, Brembo, and Extreme Tech.

When it came to the suspension, it provided a soft ride on the road but could be stiffened up for support when required.

The brakes are adequate but not exceptional, and they are perhaps the sole component that could have been enhanced.

According to MCN, “the sole weak link is the brakes, which fade under heavy use.” The radial Brembo four-piston calipers are normally good, therefore it must be the brake pad compound.”

The double seat provides more space for the rider than the single DB7 seat. So you can move around a little more freely, making the DB8 a candidate for some everyday sportsbike riding, which was Bimota’s objective all along.

Another question is whether you want a passenger on the backseat with you.

Overall, the Bimota DB8 is a well-handling sportsbike that stands out from the crowd because to its extraordinary good looks, fine components, and a powerful engine.

Bimota created three DB8 models: the basic DB8, the DB8 SP, and the DB8 Italia.

The Bimota DB8 SP was the Sports Production variant, with features such as carbon fiber bodywork and enhanced suspension and brakes.

In place of the previous Evoluzione, the DB8 Italia received the updated 1198 Testastretta 11 degree engine.

There were additionally ten Oro Nero DB8s made, which are regarded as masterpieces from Bimota’s factory.

These were carbon-intensive and made use of even more unique components. For example, the carbon fiber frame and swingarm were handcrafted. This made the model even lighter, boosted steering precision, and improved responsiveness.

The Bimota DB8 was initially priced at £20,300 in the United Kingdom.

The intention was to sell 500 units of the base model, which would have been considered a high volume for Bimota; considering the handcrafted quality of the bikes, they are unquestionably a luxury company.

As a result, the asking price was reasonable.

As you might expect, pricing today aren’t all that different. The DB8 has become a sought-after motorcycle, and most Bimota models retain their worth.

You should seek to Europe (mainly Italy) for an excellent condition model like this DB8 in Germany, which has an asking price of £14,704.

A base DB8 would cost around £15,000-18,000 in the UK.

A Bimota DB8 SP model costs around £50,000, while one of the more limited edition models costs around £75,000.

In California, RareSportBikes listed a DB8 Oro Nero for $80,000 on their website.

The bikes are tougher to locate in the US, so importing one from Europe might be your best choice; Australia also appears to have a few versions available at the present.

The DB8 Oronero has the Bimota brand’s grandeur, as is traditional. There is no doubt that sports should be made more accessible, efficient, and affordable. The level of exclusivity and demand for the Italian sportswoman is raised a notch here. The DB8 slips into unseemly privilege in this carbon version, despite its superior materials and the vigor of its 169 horsepower Ducati twin.
The Oronero version, like the ordinary DB8, offers tidy, pricey, and ethereal technical solutions. The frame encapsulates everything: a series of cut aluminum frames joined by carbon fiber spars. Gorgeous. The same solutions apply to the swingarm. The fairing and tank are also composed of this strong and light material as requested. Everything in this hypersport is built for the exception: carbon, machined parts, or sacred gear. What do you want to impress the most? On the Ohlins inverted fork, the full digital dashboard with integrated GPS, or simply its sculptural silhouette?!?

The twin is coached by an injection recalibrated by Bimota and stitched in the Ducati 1198. When it first appeared, the DB8 Oronero was equipped with a Walbro unit, which has since been replaced by an Athena. These maximum values are set at 169 horsepower at 9,750 rpm and 12.7 mkg at 8,000 rpm, which is a little less than previous year. The attention dedicated on the chassis, rather than the engine, will transcend driving. The Bimota DB8 Oronero weights only 159 kilograms dry, which is 5 kilograms less than its predecessor, the DB7 Oronero. An Ohlins element replaces the Extreme Tech rear damping. A formidable stiffness and its high-end peripherals transport the owner to a different level of sport. Few devices will be built at an obviously prohibitively high cost.