1988 Bimota YB6
NSW • Private
34
CategorySuper Sport
Engine Size989cc 4 stroke
Odometer8,000km
Comments from the seller
In 1990 Bimota produced 60 very special versions of their widely acclaimed YB6, which received a number of racing orientated upgrades including fuel injection that helped achieve 150HP from the FZR1000 powerplant. In typical Bimota fashion, the weight was also reduced to an incredible 167kg, a factor that no doubt helped a claimed top speed of 272KPH making the YB6 Tuatara the fastest production bike available.
The name Tuatara comes from a 200million year old New Zealand reptile, famous for moving very slowly; clearly no shortage of humour in the little Rimini facility.
This is an incredibly rare piece of history from the giant-slaying tiny factory from Rimini. The YB6 was, like all Bimotas, a finely crafted instrument, designed by Massimo Tamburini and built by hand by master craftsmen who were dedicated to making the best sports motorcycles in the world. From the fork stanchion and triple trees to the axles and rearsets, the parts of the YB6 are hand-machined, ultra light, and simply gorgeous. Moto Sprint called it, “a machine which can offer enormous satisfaction in driving, even though in all likelihood most of the lucky owners will prefer to transform this bike into a cult object, strictly to be admired, rather than subject it to the torture of the track.” The YB6 Tuatara is indeed a cult machine that is gaining traction with the public as an object of tremendous historical value.
This example is in exceptional near mint condition having been in the collection of a motorcycle enthusiast for some years. It has been recently recommissioned with a full service and new tyres. It is currently registered on NSW Historic plates which are non transferable. It has only 8,000kms on the clock.
It rides and handles superbly as you would expect, lightening fast and exceptional cornering with the quickest engine of its day, the Yamaha FZR1000 weighing only 167kg.
With nothing to spend this highly collectible and super rare prime example will appreciate.
Inspections welcome in Eastern Suburbs for serious buyers. No test rides without cash in hand.
Bike details
øNetwork Id
SSE-AD-20117466
Bike
Road Manual 6sp 1000cc (Jan)
Kilometres
8,000km
Body
Super Sport
Colour
Grey
Engine Capacity
989 cc
Cost of financeSponsored
Country of Origin
ITALY
Registration Expiry
Jan 2027 (8 mths)
Registration Plate
7674K
Roadworthy certificate
No
Details
Bike Type
Road
Series
YB
LAMS Approved
False
Country of Origin
ITALY
Grey Import
False
Is Limited Edition
False
Engine
Engine Description
1000
Engine Capacity
989cc
Engine Type
Piston
Engine Stroke
4
Cam Type
DOHC (Double Over Head Cam)
Cylinders
4
Fuel & Emissions
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Drive Type
Chain
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Number
6
Brakes
ABS
Not Available
Will is the sellerLocation
Darling Point, NSW 2027
Member since
2022
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$29,500
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ø Specifications have been sourced from Automotive Data Services Pty Ltd (Redbook) and are based on manufacturer standard features and specifications, some of which may require subscription. Actual features and specifications for this vehicle may differ. Please confirm these details with the seller.
‡ This is an estimated figure calculated with reference to ADR 81/02 and is made on the assumption the vehicle is at maximum factory fuel/energy capacity. It does not take into account factors such as individual driving habits, terrains and driving conditions which may vary depending on the driver and the vehicle.
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