The DB12 B-Tourist, a DB9 derivative aimed at a segment of
the market where Bimota has never set foot. The DB12 B-Tourist shares the DB9’s
chassis and engine, rated at 162 hp at 9500 rpm and 96 ft.-lb. of torque at 7700
rpm.
The chassis on the Bimota DB12 looks to be the same as the one
found on the Bimota DB9 & Bimota DB11, which should be unsurprising since both
bikes use the Ducati Testastretta 11° motor for their basis. A fully faired
machine, the Bimota DB12 concept has a rare feature for the Italian brand: a
seat for a pillion.
Marzocchi has handled the fully adjustable forks, while Extreme
Tech’s four-way adjustable shock handles the suspension duties in the rear of
the DB12. For stopping power Brembo monoblocs have been mated to 320mm Brembo
discs up front, while a 220mm unit is in the rear. With a 4.75 gallon tank, the
2013 Bimota DB12 weighs 408 lbs dry.
The DB12 also has mounting points for a luggage system, making
it the ultimate expression in sport-touring…and we do mean sport at claimed
162hp.
Any corrections or more information on these motorcycles will be kindly appreciated.
