LOT 450

Bimota-BMW 790cc Supermono Racing Motorcycle Frame no. BB1*00185* Engine no. none visible

Estimate: £7,500 - £9,000

Lot 450

Bimota-BMW 790cc Supermono Racing Motorcycle

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|22 April 2023, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

Bimota-BMW 790cc Supermono Racing Motorcycle
Frame no. BB100185
Engine no. none visible

In the 1970s and 1980s, the fact that Japan's motorcycle frame design lagged behind that of its engines meant that anyone wishing to exploit a motor's full potential had little option but to opt for a bespoke chassis. A number of specialists sprang up to satisfy this demand, at the very pinnacle of which was – and still is – the Italian firm of Bimota. Founded in the mid-1960s, Bimota manufactured heating and ventilation ducting before the enthusiasm of two of its motorcyclist founders - Giuseppe Morri and Massimo Tamburini - saw it turn to motorcycle production in the early 1970s. The intervening 50 years has seen Bimota established as one of the world's foremost producers of exclusive, limited edition, high performance motorcycles with a reputation for quality second to none.

Boasting a race engine prepared by Gottfried Michels at Pami BMW in Germany, this Bimota-BMW was purchased to compete in this year's SuperMono series (run in conjunction with the CRMC). The machine has been prepared for the forthcoming season; however, a change of plan has enforced its sale. The vendor advises us that the Bimota can be used for racing, track days, or put on the road. Last run earlier this year and described by the vendor as in very good condition, it comes with a standard engine, road fairing, and a quantity of race parts (list and photographs available).

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