What you are looking at is 400ccs of Bimota goodness. Meant to be the Rimini firm’s entry into the hyperactive Japanese small bike segment, the YB7 called on styling and design cues from larger Bimota models while making the best possible use of the Yamaha sourced FZ400 engine and gearbox. There was a planned run of 500 units, however there doesn’t seem to be more than 300 or so actually built; like many Bimotas, production figures are sketchy (at best). Models are generally constructed until interest wanes. The YB7 has the classic lines and good looks of its bigger brothers, the YB4 (750cc) and YB6 (1000cc). Never officially imported into the US, this particular example currently resides in Japan.
1992 Bimota YB7 for sale in Japan
From the seller:
Bimota YB-7 engine strong,
Rear sprocket model which carries better to exchange is good, the engine of the rare Yamaha FZR400R
Is there a registration dossier in Japan.
Send the world, delivery consultation, please ask.
Language barriers are difficult when selling an emotion the likes of a Bimota. Rather than flame the seller for a brave attempt at translation (translating words, if not the intent), I will applaud him for offering up such a rare model worldwide. These do not come around often, so if you are looking to add to your 400cc collection and don’t have one of these, better get moving. The YB7 is a gem of a small sport bike. Depending upon where you live in the world, this one just might be worth looking at. Check it out here. Good Luck!
