Walkaround Video:
The DB1 brought Bimota into profitability when it was released in 1985. Designed by Frederico Martini, it was the company’s first Ducati powered machine, making use of the Pantah’s 750cc mil. For its successor — the DB2 — Pierluigi Marconi helmed the design and paired a 900SS powerplant with a hand made chrome-molybdenum trellis frame that extended the tubular design to the swingarm.
It came with 41mm Paioli forks and a rear Ohlins shock, both fully adjustable. The air-cooled V-Twin yielded 86 horsepower (a slight upgrade from the 900SS thanks to a different intake and exhaust system). Weighing just 370 pounds dry, nearly every press reviewed ended with a comment that it was the best Bimota yet.
With the DB4, Bimota both improved on its successes and also returned the bike to its roots. So, even though it shared an oval-section tubular frame similar to that found on the DB3 Mantra, it did away with the unconventional styling and raised bars in favor of some swept-back bodywork and clip-ons conventional of a sportbike. Of course, it was also offered in a sharp tricolore livery like the one being offered today.
As Cycle World found in its period review, “most riders would be hardpressed to find fault with the DB4. It’s a fitting tribute to the original that is destined to become equally collectible. Just the ticket for forgetting all about the Vdue.”
Manufactured in January 2000, this example is VIN: ZESDB4003YR000004.
The odometer shows zero miles.
“This is DB4 #004. Absolutely brand new. Climate controlled storage since new. Foggged and prepped before storage. Lowest vin example. Lowest mileage example. All books, tool kit, tools and rare leather key holder. Two sets of reflectors, Euro and USA. Was just transferred from MCO to Ohio title last week, 10/23/2025.”
Maintenance:
The seller has not performed any maintenance, he says there are no known mechanical issues.
Modifications:
The seller states that this bike is completely stock.
Inside of the tank (plastic):
It is riding on the original Pirelli Dragon MTR01/MTR02 tires.
The sale includes three keys, European reflectors, US reflectors, owner’s manual, Bimota owne’rs manual, tool kit, Warranty Book, Paioli fork owner’s manual, and the Bimota leather key holder.
The sale does not include this awesome dog.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Carroll, Ohio, this Bimota is offered on a clean Ohio title. Have any DB4 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
