After years of trying to make fast track weapons, Bimota switched things around with the DB5 Mille. They started with the 92 horsepower Ducati air-cooled twin and instead built an exclusive Italian sport bike that was specifically geared towards enjoyment on the street rather than the track.
But don’t think that means the DB5 was slow – thanks to a dry weight of just 363 pounds, this Bimota was the “lightest open-class bike on the market”, according to Visor Down. More importantly, it singled the rebirth of the company after the V-Due debacle, and the DB5 encouragingly won the Motorcycle Design Award in the Supersport category at Intermot when it debuted.
The beautiful hybrid steel/aluminum trellis frame was paired with Ohlins suspension front/rear, Brembo brakes, and Magneti Marelli fuel injection.
This example is VIN: ZESD599266R000018.
The odometer shows delivery mileage.
Modifications:
This bike is stock.
Inside of the tank:
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Las Vegas, Nevada, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Bimota is offered on the original MSO. Have any DB5 Mille stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
