2008 Tesi 3d
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2008 Tesi 3d
What do you think of it?
The recent announcement that the Tesi 3D will be sold by Bimota in the United States this Fall is of interest for a few reasons. First of all, if you happen to be as old as I am (50) and you read motorcycle magazines as a kid, the Bimota name itself almost sends tingles down your spine. Exotic, lightweight chassis developed to house engines manufactured by others (Suzuki comes to mind from my youth) was the ultimate in exotica in this industry a few decades ago.
In some ways, things are much more difficult for Bimota today. Huge weight loss versus "off the shelf" machinery is almost impossible to achieve these days, and technology more advanced than "run of the mill spec" is also an elusive goal for any small manufacturer.
The Tesi 3D uses the unique front suspension and Hub-steering developed by Bimota. The steel trellis swingarms (both front and rear) are new, and the front suspension, although similar in concept, now uses a "pull-rod mechanism" arranged with a lower center of gravity.
The main frame is constructed of machined alloy -- a Bimota tradition.
With carbon body parts and forged alloy wheels, along with the Bimota exclusivity, expect the price to be a king's ransom. Different and exclusive for sure, the unique Bimota chassis here houses a Ducati 1100 dual spark engine (which actually displaces 1079cc).
The recent announcement that the Tesi 3D will be sold by Bimota in the United States this Fall is of interest for a few reasons. First of all, if you happen to be as old as I am (50) and you read motorcycle magazines as a kid, the Bimota name itself almost sends tingles down your spine. Exotic, lightweight chassis developed to house engines manufactured by others (Suzuki comes to mind from my youth) was the ultimate in exotica in this industry a few decades ago.
In some ways, things are much more difficult for Bimota today. Huge weight loss versus "off the shelf" machinery is almost impossible to achieve these days, and technology more advanced than "run of the mill spec" is also an elusive goal for any small manufacturer.
The Tesi 3D uses the unique front suspension and Hub-steering developed by Bimota. The steel trellis swingarms (both front and rear) are new, and the front suspension, although similar in concept, now uses a "pull-rod mechanism" arranged with a lower center of gravity.
The main frame is constructed of machined alloy -- a Bimota tradition.
With carbon body parts and forged alloy wheels, along with the Bimota exclusivity, expect the price to be a king's ransom. Different and exclusive for sure, the unique Bimota chassis here houses a Ducati 1100 dual spark engine (which actually displaces 1079cc).
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This is a write up on the 2d which is last years model.
The front section of the Tesi 2D is uniquely innovative: Instead of employing the classic fork, the Tesi 2D has a technologically advanced aluminum swing arm that separates the steering system from the damping system to offer perfect handling in all situations. Trail and steering angle remain constant on the Tesi 2D under all conditions, creating more neutral front wheel behavior when cornering, as well as a more constant braking sensation.
This steering concept is possible thanks to the Di Fazio System.
The front section of the Tesi 2D is uniquely innovative: Instead of employing the classic fork, the Tesi 2D has a technologically advanced aluminum swing arm that separates the steering system from the damping system to offer perfect handling in all situations. Trail and steering angle remain constant on the Tesi 2D under all conditions, creating more neutral front wheel behavior when cornering, as well as a more constant braking sensation.
This steering concept is possible thanks to the Di Fazio System.
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there was a write up on the Tesi 2d in Motorcyclist (i believe) which was the test mule for this model... i forget which month but ill find out when i get home..
the writer of the article also raced bimots hub-steering design in some series of super bike and said the bike has almost no dive with braking so i guess its geometry is more stable...
the writer of the article also raced bimots hub-steering design in some series of super bike and said the bike has almost no dive with braking so i guess its geometry is more stable...
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I like it. It's pretty sweet. That will definatly get you some looks when you roll in, anywhere you go.
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Do you really have to start a thread every time you go on a ride and see a guy with no helmet on?
Does it affect you that much that some random guy 1500 miles away went and paid his own money for a 1000?
Do we really have to fight over who uses the back brake or not?
Do you have to argue over stupid pointless shit on the Internet?
Do you really have to start a thread every time you go on a ride and see a guy with no helmet on?
Does it affect you that much that some random guy 1500 miles away went and paid his own money for a 1000?
Do we really have to fight over who uses the back brake or not?
Do you have to argue over stupid pointless shit on the Internet?
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Love it! Although I prefer the look of the 2d better... still i bet that is not only a great ride, but a head turner & quite the conversation piece...
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