Please Note: This Bimota sold before it was scheduled to go up on auction. We’ve added it to the site to help you value the Iconic goodness that we sell!
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 heart was the 1,078cc dual spark engine found in machines like the Multistrada 1100 and Hypermotard 1100 (rated for 97 horsepower in the Tesi).
The 3D was a vast improvement of the 2D: Blake Conner of Cycle World said “I was amazed by how much more responsive the front end was compared to the 2D.” Alan Cathcart said the “third time’s the charm” in a Motorcycle.com review.
The air-cooled motor didn’t have much mass to move around – Bimota claimed a dry weight of just 370 pounds thanks to the high spec components and extensive use of carbon fiber. 2020 brought the last run of the Tesi 3D before Bimota moved to the Tesi H2. It was known as the Final Edition (Edizione Finale) and it marked the end of a long run of Ducati-powered Bimotas. Upgrades over previous 3Ds included a wet clutch and Ohlins TTX suspension.
This example is VIN: 4B9DD0959LR106005. The odometer shows delivery mileage.
It is production number 42 out of 45.
Modifications:
The mirrors have been removed.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on the original Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa tires.
The sale includes two keys.
Currently located in Nevada, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Bimota is offered on the original MSO. Have any Tesi 3D Final Edition stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
