What we have here is a true, multi-national offering. A custom frame and bodywork wrought from the finest craftsmen Rimini, Italy has known is powered by the fiercest Japanese liter 750 cc engine offered during this period and is now available in Germany (also known as the land of few speed limits) for purchase by the next lucky curator. What’s not to love??
1983 Bimota SB2 for sale on eBay
This gorgeous S2 was created during a time where Bimota was not yet the motorcycle manufacturer they are known as today. During this era Bimota was more of a boutique frame maker and bodywork builder. The concept of a “factory” Bimota was a far-off dream. Rather, a buyer of a Bimota received a bare frame with rear suspension, forks, wheels and bodywork. From there a suitable donor motorcycle was stripped of the engine, trans, guages and electrical system in order to complete the bike. This was often done by expert shops, and sometimes done by the buyer in their home garage. The outcome is that every early model Bimota is unique and different.
From the seller:
Bimota is a motorcycle brand founded in Italy in 1973. The name gained an immense popularity due to genius Massimo Tamburini, the legendary Designer and former co-owner of the company, who is, among for his other creations, best known for those of the Ducati 916 or the MV Agusta F4.Bimotas first on-road motorcycle is the Suzuki-Bimota 2, in short: SB2.
Apparently only 140 machines of this type have been built, making it difficult to find one for sale. This machine has not been driven for years, only making appearances in various german motorcycle magazines as a model. Its vehicle identification number is SB200173 and its tachometer has 8600 km on it. It was checked last year and received a german certification.Except for some patina, which is quite normale for its age, the machine does not have any other flaws. It was licensed in Germany in 1983.
The motorcycle is to be auctioned as an exhibition piece without guarantee – it can be surveyed anytime after consultation. It has to be collected in Germany, the transmission and the shipping have to be organised and paid by the purchaser.
Only serious bidders are welcome.
I’m not sure that the seller needs to stipulate “serious” bidders. This bike has a current price tag bid of $23k USD, with reserve still in place. That is some *very* serious stuff! That being said, this is one of the most pristine SB2s that we have seen. The professional-level photography really makes this bike stand out. If the price tag does not make you uncomfortable, then the extra cost to ship the bike to the continent of your choice should be child’s play.
This auction is on right now, and the action is….well, slow. Not a lot of players (or payers) in this range. Time is running out, so you if want it, better jump on it quick! Click the link to get all of the wonderful details. And if you do snag this beast, please come back to the comments and tell us all about it. Those of us who merely dream love to live vicariously! Good luck!
MI
Looks like a motorcycle made for a roman god!
A few corrections are needed here. One: this bike was registered in Germany in 1983, but SB2’s were produced in 1977. 1983 would be a SB3. Two: this bike does not have a Suzuki litre (1000cc) motor as stated- they were all produced with a GS750 motors. Three: that custom BIMOTA graphic on the lower fairing and gas tank is completely inappropriate (goofy font), not original, and has to go!
Something else didn’t look right to me- every SB2 picture I’ve seen has 10 spoke “star” pattern wheels, not the Marchesinis shown- why? Also, who ever repainted this Bimota changed the graphics on the lower fairing in addition to adding the goofy font Bimota logo- the red/black stripes should extend down to the very bottom of the fairing. Guess somebody thought they could change and improve the way it was originally designed.
They were wrong.
Hey sixthgear – nice catch on the displacement. Now corrected. Thanks for keeping us honest!
Hallo Sixthgear !
At first – excuse my bad english – but I think you can understand me ! This bike is very original – built in 1978 in Italy – you must read – the owner told only that the first registration in germany was 1983 – it is not the built year ! And campagnolo wheels also from Bimota – I have 4 SB2 – and two of them have annother coloring – but their still a SB 2 – and this bike has the Suzuki 750 engine- she is not a SB 3 !
Best regards from germany
the owner
Sono interessato alla bimota sb2. Vorrei saper il prezzo in euro. Aspetto una mail. Grazie Aldo
Sono interessato alla Bimota SB2. Vorrei sapere il prezzo e l’indirizzo in Germania per l visione. Grazie. Aldo
17 bids to $27,299 reserve not met