Bimota North America, Inc., the exclusive importer of the
legendary Italian Bimota motorcycles to the USA, Canada, and Mexico, has
announced the official U.S.A. launch of the incredible Tesi 3D.
2008 Bimota Tesi 3D - Introduction
In an era of highly competitive markets that are wholly subject to the pressures of
globalization, values like passion, talent, skill, courage and
maniacal love for perfection often seem to belong to an altogether different
world.
But these are exactly the values that describe Bimota.
Their
motorcycles capture and represent the essence of a decidedly different
approach. It's the only approach they feel comfortable taking,
according to Bimota's marketing experts.
The eagerly awaited Tesi 3D Concept, first introduced at the 2006 EICMA
Motorcycle Show in Milan, Italy, is the standard-bearer for Bimota’s
cutting-edge technology of emotion.
The Tesi 3D, like all Bimota motorcycles,
embodies all of the character and DNA of a small company that knows how to
think big. Bimota is fully committed to the pursuit of excellence and the
continuous refinement of state-of-the-art technologies.
Concentrating on innovative technical solutions, the Tesi 3D has been
developed entirely by Bimota's in-house staff at the factory in Rimini,
Italy. The motorcycle is dressed in the traditional Bimota color-scheme of white, red, and gold
and it's powered by the Ducati 1079cc engine.
While featuring the original Hub-Steering developed by Bimota, the Tesi 3D
Concept boasts several new developments and refinements: The front and rear
swing utilize a trellis structure similar to the rear swing of our DB5 and
DB6 series' models.
Also the front suspension has been radically redesigned
and now uses a pull-rod mechanism with the hydraulic suspension located low
beside the engine. Carbon body-parts and cowling, forged alloy wheels, and
radial disc brakes are further features of the new Tesi 3D. The frame
consists of light alloy.
The Tesi 3D is equipped with a Ducati 1100 DS engine with a displacement of
1079cc, giving the motorcycle significantly more horsepower compared to its
predecessor. The electrical environment is developed by Bimota.
The Tesi 3D will be available in the USA as a limited production model in
the fall 2007. Authorized Bimota Dealers are taking orders now! Contact
Bimota USA for more information on their motorcycles and for the
location of an authorized dealer in your area.
Bimota Tesi 3D - Specifications
| Engine |
| Type: Ducati 1100DS |
| Configuration: 90 degree L-Twin |
| Displacement: 1079cc |
| Cooling: air/oil |
| Compression Ratio: 10.5:1 |
| Valves per Cylinder: 2 |
| Bore x Stroke: 98.0mm x 71.5mm |
| Redline: 9000rpm |
| Valve Angle: intake: 28 degree, outlet: 28 degree |
| Valvetrain Type: Desmodromic |
| Fuel Pump: Bitron 3.5bar, electronic |
| Throttle Body: 45mm |
| Air Filter: Paper |
| Exhaust System: 2 in 1 in 2, inox |
| Injection: Magneti Marelli |
| Lubrication: Wet Sump |
| Fuel Tank: 4.2gal/1.3gal reserve (16l/5l reserve) |
| |
| Transmission |
| Type: Dry Clutch, multi-disc |
| Clutch: Hydraulic |
| Primary Drive: 32/59 teeth |
| Final Drive: 15/40 teeth |
| Gear Ratio: VI - 28/24; V - 24/23; IV - 22/24; III -
20/27; II - 17/30; I - 15/37 |
| |
| Chassis |
|
Wheelbase:
54.7in (1390mm)
|
|
Steering Angle:
18.5 degrees |
|
Swingarm Lenth:
20.3±0.8in (515±20mm)
|
|
Seat Height:
31.5in (800mm)
|
|
Footpeg Height:
15.2in (385mm)
|
|
Handlebar Height:
33.5in (850mm)
|
|
Steering Rod Center
to Seat Center:
27.4in (695mm)
|
|
Front Suspension:
Monoshock, Pull-Rod Extreme Tech, fully adjustable (Preload - External Hydraulic
device, Compression, Rebound, travel 4.5in (115mm)
|
|
Front Wheel:
3.50 x 17.0 Forged Alluminium Alloy
|
|
Front Brake:
Double 320mm Brembo floating discs, Brembo Radial Caliper, 4-piston, 4-pad
|
|
Rear Suspension:
Monoshock, Push-Rod Extreme Tech, fully adjustable (Pre-load, Compression,
Rebound)
|
|
Rear Wheel:
5.50 x 17.0 Forged Aluminium Alloy
|
|
Rear Wheel Trail:
4.5in (115mm)
|
|
Rear Brake:
220mm Brembo Disc , 2-piston, 2-pad
|
|
Curb Weight:
370lb (168kg)
|
Note: For informational use only. All material and
photographs are Copyright © webWorld International, LLC - 2000-2009. All
rights reserved. See the webBikeWorld®
Site Info
page. NOTE: Product specifications, features and details may
change or differ from our descriptions. Always check before purchasing. Read
the
Terms and Conditions!
