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All Bikes/Compare/Bimota Db12 Ipotesi vs Suzuki Hayabusa

Bimota Db12 Ipotesi vs Suzuki Hayabusa

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Bimota Db12 Ipotesi vs Suzuki Hayabusa. Bimota Db12 Ipotesi: ~170 hp @ 9,750 rpm (based on Ducati 1198 Testastretta engine — note: Bimota-specific tuning may vary) hp, ~168 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated; note: official production specs were not fully confirmed as this was primarily a concept) weight, top speed ~270 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Suzuki Hayabusa: 190 hp @ 9,700 rpm (2021+ Gen3; earlier Gen1/2 rated ~173 hp) hp, 266 kg (curb/wet weight, 2021+ Gen3) weight, top speed 299 km/h (electronically limited; unrestricted early models capable of ~312 km/h), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Bimota Db12 Ipotesi Suzuki Hayabusa
Horsepower (hp)
170 hp
190 hp
Torque (Nm)
130 Nm
150 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
299 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
168 kg
266 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
~170 hp @ 9,750 rpm (based on Ducati 1198 Testastretta engine — note: Bimota-specific tuning may vary)
190 hp @ 9,700 rpm (2021+ Gen3; earlier Gen1/2 rated ~173 hp)
Torque
~130 Nm @ 8,000 rpm (estimated based on donor engine — note: best estimate)
150 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (2021+ Gen3)
Top Speed
~270 km/h (estimated)
299 km/h (electronically limited; unrestricted early models capable of ~312 km/h)
Weight
~168 kg (wet/curb weight — estimated; note: official production specs were not fully confirmed as this was primarily a concept)
266 kg (curb/wet weight, 2021+ Gen3)
Fuel
~7.5 L/100km (estimated, based on Ducati 1198 engine characteristics — note: limited real-world data available for this model)
6.5–8.5 L/100km (approx. 12–15 km/L, real-world average depending on riding style)
Fairing
Yes
Yes

Individual Reviews

Bimota Db12 Ipotesi
Bimota Db12 Ipotesi
7.8/10

"Buy it for passion, not practicality, with deep pockets ready."

Pros
+Stunning visual presence everywhere
+Ducati 1198 S power
+Exceptional chassis feel
Cons
Parts scarcity is brutal
Desmo service costs hurt
Specialists are rare
Suzuki Hayabusa
Suzuki Hayabusa
8.5/10

"Buy the right one and you'll never want anything else."

Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Surprisingly manageable daily rider
+Massive aftermarket parts availability
Cons
Frequently crashed or abused examples
Suspension tired on older bikes
Heavy at low-speed manoeuvring

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Engine Oil
10W-60 or 10W-50 synthetic motorcycle oil JASO MA2 (check owner's manual for exact spec)
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R&G Racing Frame Sliders Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300R
R&G · Frame Sliders
R&G Racing Frame Sliders Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300R
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Oil Filter
Oil filter for Ducati 1098/1198 engine (DB12 uses Ducati-derived twin)
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Yoshimura · Exhaust System
Yoshimura RS-9T Stainless Full Exhaust Hayabusa
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Air Filter
Air filter for Bimota DB12 Ipotesi
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EBC HH Front + Rear Brake Pads (3 Sets) 1999-2007 Suzuki GSXR1300 Hayabusa / FA188HH + FA63HH
Brake Pads
EBC HH Front + Rear Brake Pads (3 Sets) 1999-2007 Suzuki GSXR1300 Hayabusa / FA188HH + FA63HH
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Spark Plugs
Spark plugs for Bimota DB12 Ipotesi
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Cyclemax Oil Change Kit compatible with 1999-2020 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa
Engine Oil
Cyclemax Oil Change Kit compatible with 1999-2020 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa
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Caltric Agm Battery Compatible with Suzuki Gsx1300R Gsx-1300R Gsx1300Rz Hayabusa 1300 1999-2007
Battery
Caltric Agm Battery Compatible with Suzuki Gsx1300R Gsx-1300R Gsx1300Rz Hayabusa 1300 1999-2007
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Helmet
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