Tesi is Italian for “thesis”, and the name reflects that this bike started as a thesis project by Pierluigi Marconi exploring hub-center steering for his mechanical engineering degree.
The first generation was the 1D, which utilized the 93 horsepower twin from the Ducati 851. By the third generation (3D), the Ducati-built engine was the 1,078cc dual spark unit rated for 97 horsepower. But in November 2019, Kawasaki announced that they were supporting “Bimota’s revival” with a press release suggesting that they were going to produce 200 models of an updated Tesi. And this time, the power quotient would be going way up, because they would use the supercharged heart from a Ninja H2. For this generation, the Tesi has an engine that matches the dramatic looks. Bimota claims that with a ram-air effect, the 998cc engine produces 239 horsepower.
The H2 didn’t just give its engine for the Bimota, it gave its name, too: meet the Bimota Tesi H2.
The tremendous power is matches with a tremendous sound thanks to gorgeous headers that end in a numbered Arrow silencer.
In true Bimota fashion, this weighs less than the bike that it was based on – the Tesi H2 weighs 472 pounds wet, which is 53 pounds less than a Ninja H2. The diet is complemented with the use of high end components throughout, including lavish use of carbon fiber and dual Ohlins shocks.
This example (VIN: 4B9CH2009LR106003, Engine #: ZXT00NE015417) is #3 of the production run destined for America. The seller acquired it from an Iconic auction in August 2022.
During his ownership, he has covered two miles. The odometer shows 65 miles.
Maintenance: In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: PASS
Engine Oil Level: PASS
Engine Oil Quality: PASS
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: PASS
Coolant Quality: PASS
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: PASS
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: PASS
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: PASS
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: PASS
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: PASS
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: PASS
Final Drive Condition: PASS
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: PASS
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 95%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 95%
Forks: PASS
Shock/s: PASS
Tire Date Code Front: 0124
Tire Date Code Rear: 0124
Tire % Remaining Front: 95%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 95%
Tire Press. Front: 34
Tire Press. Rear: 36
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.9
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.5
Running Condition: GREAT
Test Ride Completed: RUNS ON BENCH
Test Ride Distance: 0
Notes:
The right side wing has small damage to it.
Modifications:
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tires with date codes of 0124 and 0424.
The sale includes one key, a paddock stand, the original H2 exhaust, and a bike cover.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Panorama City, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Bimota is offered on a clean Montana title.
Have any Tesi H2 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
