Wow, here’s a real collectable one for your stable. Back when Bimota was “kickin ass and taken names” these bikes just get more rare over the years. I had a ’78 SB2 that I just sold last year so I have an idea why these old Bimota’s were ahead of the Japanese. Bimota, basically a frame and chassis company used primarily Suzuki, Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki and Ducati power plants, except the V-Due which was a Bimota designed engine. Back in the 70’s and 80’s these Bimota’s were just plain lighter and handle better than their Japanese counterparts. As time and technology grew the Japanese caught up and in the 90’s over took the performance package that came in the little Bimota. Bimota could never make a come back after that. The KB-1 used the Kawasaki liter king Z1000 motor although you could also put their 900cc in that same chassis. It had a great frame and mono shock swing arm with adjustable pivot as well at adjustable steering head, magnesium wheels and cool Brembo brakes for that era. About 800 of these examples were made and they were about 3 times the price of a normal sport bike at that time. Located in Germany with a Buy It Now for $17k, it is probably one of the best examples of a KB-1 out there. Click for the jump to EBay.
The ad reads: Original Bimota KB1. I think one of the best in the world. The bike had a full restoration and is in liek new condition. 2760 kilometrers since that. Original German bike. Only 2 preowners. German documents. It runs perfect. This is an strong investment for the driver or the Bimota collector. I can help arranging transport to GB or other countries.
This is a private sale.paypal only for downpayment, as they charge hig fees.Cash on pick up or banc transfer only.
“Bimota 101”, just so we’re all on the same page you can tell what engine is in a Bimota buy its name. Example “KB-1 = Kawasaki/Bimota”, “SB2 = Suzuki/Bimota, “DB-2 = Ducati/Bimota”…and so on. Not as rare as other Bimota’s because of the number’s made (800 KB-1’s vs SB-2’s 140) this one is still high on the collectors list to have. The BIN price is pretty reasonable for what you are getting so you’re just one click away!
ciao for now…Jay
Learn something new every day — Thanks Jay!
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