bimota DB5 Mille User manual

Owner’s manual

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INDEX
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
SAFETY WARNINGS ............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
MODIFICATION ................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
BREAK-IN INFORMATION FOR YOUR MOTORCYCLE ............................................................................................................................... 6
CARBONE MONOXIDE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
BIMOTA S.P.A. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY STATEMENT .................................................................................................. 13
NOISE EMISSION WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
CONSUMER INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................................. 21
LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS .............................................................................................................................................. 22
FOREWORD ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
CONSUMER INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................................. 28
SAFE RIDING RECOMMENDATION FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS .............................................................................................................. 29
LOCATIONS OF PARTS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 34
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................................................................................................................................................... 37
MULTI-FUNCTION DIGITAL DISPLAY .................................................................................................................................................... 40
MOTORCYCLE COMPONENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 43
SUSPENSIONS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
FRONT SUSPENSION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 43
REAR SUSPENSION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 46
BRAKES ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 49
CLUTCH ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 56
FUEL ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 58
ENGINE OIL ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
TIRES ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 63
CONTROLS ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 67
IGNITION SWITCH ............................................................................................................................................................................. 67
KEY ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
RIGHT HANDLEBAR ............................................................................................................................................................................ 69
LEFT HANDLEBAR .............................................................................................................................................................................. 70
SEAT ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 73

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LEFT SIDE FAIRING ............................................................................................................................................................................ 74
RIGHT SIDE FAIRING ......................................................................................................................................................................... 75
HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................................................................................... 76
INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING ............................................................................................................................................................. 77
STARTING THE ENGINE ...................................................................................................................................................................... 79
BREAK IN (RUNNING IN) FOR YOUR MOTORCYCLE .............................................................................................................................. 81
RIDING TIPS ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
BRAKE ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 84
PARKING ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 86
PROTECTION AGAINST THEFTS .......................................................................................................................................................... 87
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
MAINTENANCE TOOLS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 92
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ................................................................................................................................................................ 93
ENGINE OIL ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 94
SPARK PLUGS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 98
THROTTLE CABLE PLAY .................................................................................................................................................................... 101
IDLING ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 101
DRIVE CHAIN ................................................................................................................................................................................... 102
CHAIN PAD ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 108
SUSPENSIONS CHECK ...................................................................................................................................................................... 109
SIDE STAND ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 109
WHEELS REMOVAL ........................................................................................................................................................................... 111
BRAKE PADS WEAR .......................................................................................................................................................................... 116
BATTERY .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 118
FUSES ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 119
STOPPING LIGHT CHECK .................................................................................................................................................................. 120
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT .............................................................................................................................................................. 121
MOTORCYCLE CLEANING .................................................................................................................................................................. 125
STORAGE PROCEDURE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 128
PROCEDURE FOR RETURNING TO SERVICE ....................................................................................................................................... 130
CATALYTIC CONVERTER .................................................................................................................................................................... 130

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Please read this manual and follow its instruction carefully. To emphasize special information the words
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.
Instruction
WARNING: failure to follow WARNING instruction could result in severe injury or death to the
motorcycle operator, a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
CAUTION: a CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage the
motorcycle.
NOTE: a NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
FOREWORD
Motorcycling is one of the most enjoyable sports and to ensure your riding enjoyment, you should become
thoroughly familiar with the information presented in this Owner’s Manual before riding the motorcycle.

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SAFETY WARNINGS
Traffic rules vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Learn and know the regulations in your jurisdiction before
riding this vehicle.
WARNING
Do not carry any objects in the space behind the fairing. Objects placed in this area can interfere
with steering and can cause loss of control.
MODIFICATION
Modification of the motorcycle, or removal of original equipment may render the vehicle unsafe or illegal.
The frame of this motorcycle is made of an aluminium alloy. Therefore, never make any modifications such
as drilling or welding to the frame as it weakens the strength of the frame significantly. Failure to heed this
warning could result in an unsafe vehicle operating condition and subsequent accident. Bimota will not be
responsible in any way for personal injury or damage to the motorcycle caused by frame modifications.
WARNING
This vehicle has been designed and produced for use only on paved roads. It is not designed
for off road competition, or for cross country riding. Do not use this vehicle on rough or
unimproved surfaces, or in other off road areas. Failure to heed this warning could lead to an
upset with subsequent injury and even death.

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WARNING
Before starting the engine, check for proper operation of brakes, clutch, shifter, throttle controls,
correct fuel and oil supply.
IMPORTANT
BREAK-IN INFORMATION FOR YOUR MOTORCYCLE
The first 1500 km (940 miles) are the most important in the life of your motorcycle. Proper break-in
operation during this time will help ensure maximum life and performance from your new motorcycle.
Bimota parts are manufactured of high quality materials and machined parts are finished to close tolerances.
Proper break-in operation allows the machined surfaces to polish each other and mate smoothly.
Motorcycle reliability and performance depend on special care and restraint exercised during the break-in
period. It is especially important that you avoid operating the engine in a manner which could expose the
engine parts to excessive heat. Please refer to BREAK-IN section for specific break-in recommendations.
Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. To emphasize special information the words
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and should be carefully reviewed.
CARBONE MONOXIDE
If it is necessary to run the engine in order to carry out maintenance operation, make sure that the area in
which you are operating is properly ventilated. Never run the engine in enclosed spaces.
If it is necessary to work indoors, use an exhaust evacuation system.

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WARNING
The exhaust fume contain carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can cause loss of
consciousness and even death.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide is both colourless and odourless, and it cannot be detected by smell, vision,
or any other sense. Avoid breathing exhaust fumes under any circumstances.
WARNING
GASOLINE: Keep gasoline away from children. Gasoline is also poisonous. Never attempt to
siphon gasoline using your mouth. Never allow gasoline to contact your skin. If you accidentally
spilled gasoline on yourself, change your clothes immediately and wash the area upon which
the gasoline was splashed thoroughly with hot water and soap. Should you accidentally swallow
gasoline, do not induce vomiting. Drink large quantities of clear water or milk and immediately
seek professional medical assistance. Should you accidentally get gasoline in your eyes, flush
with large quantities of cool, clear water and immediately seek professional medical assistance.

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WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and become explosive under certain conditions.
WARNING
Keep gasoline away from children.
WARNING
HOT COMPONENTS: use latex gloves for maintenance operations that require contact with
used oil. Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for
prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is
advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil.
WARNING
Keep oil away from children.

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WARNING
BRAKE FLUID: brake fluid is extremely poisonous. Never ingest or swallow brake fluid. Should
brake fluid accidentally be swallowed, drink large quantities of clear water or milk and
immediately seek professional medical assistance. Brake fluid is highly destructive of skin and
eye tissue. Should you accidentally spill brake fluid on yourself, remove the contaminated
clothes, wash your body with soap and warm water immediately and immediately seek
professional medical assistance. Should you accidentally splash brake fluid into your eyes,
flush with large quantities of cool, clear water and immediately seek professional medical
assistance.
WARNING
Keep brake fluid away from children.
WARNING
CLUTCH FLUID: clutch fluid is extremely poisonous. Never ingest or swallow clutch fluid. Should
clutch fluid accidentally be swallowed, drink large quantities of clear water or milk and
immediately seek professional medical assistance. Clutch fluid is highly destructive of skin
and eye tissue. Should you accidentally spill clutch fluid on yourself, remove the contaminated

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clothes, wash your body with soap and warm water immediately and immediately seek
professional medical assistance. Should you accidentally splash clutch fluid into your eyes,
flush with large quantities of cool, clear water and immediately seek professional medical
assistance.
WARNING
Keep clutch fluid away from children.
WARNING
COOLANT: in certain conditions, the ethylene glycol contained in the engine coolant is
flammable: its flame is invisible, but you can be burned anyway.
WARNING
Avoid spilling the engine coolant on the exhaust system or on the engine components. They
may be hot enough to cause the coolant to ignite and burn without a visible flame. The coolant
(ethylene glycol) can cause skin irritation and is poisonous if swallowed. Coolant and coolant/
water mixtures are sweet to the taste and brightly coloured, therefore are highly attractive to
pets and children. Take extra precautions to keep new and used coolant out of reach of children
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WARNING
Keep coolant away from children.
RISK OF BURNS
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Wait until the engine has completely cooled down.
The coolant is under pressure and may splash out and cause burns.
BATTERY HYDROGEN GAS AND ELECTROLYTE
WARNING
The battery gives off noxious and explosive gases keep cigarettes, flames, and sparks away
from the battery. Provide adequate ventilation when operating or recharging the battery.
During recharging and use, make sure that the room is properly ventilated and avoid inhaling the gases
released during the recharging.
The battery contains sulphuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with the skin or eyes may cause serious burns.
Always wear protective clothing, rubber gloves, and tight fitting goggles or a face shield when working
around the battery, especially when filling the battery with either water or electrolyte.

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In case of contact with the skin, flush immediately with plenty of water. In case of contact with the eyes,
flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediately consult a health professional.
The electrolyte is poisonous.
If the electrolyte is accidentally swallowed, drink large quantities of water or milk and then milk of magnesia
or vegetable oil. Immediately consult a health professional.
WARNING
Keep batteries and electrolyte away from children.

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BIMOTA S.P.A. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The United States Environmental Protection Agency, the California Air Resources Board and Bimota S.p.A.
(hereinafter “Bimota”) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2006 and later
motorcycle. New motor vehicles must be designed, built and equipped to meet the Federal and Californian
stringent anti-smog standards. Bimota must warrant the emission control system on your motorcycle for
the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of
your motorcycle.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition
system, catalytic converter and engine computer. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other
emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Bimota will repair your motorcycle at no cost to you, including
diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE
Class III motorcycles (280 cc and larger): for a period of use of five (5) years or 30,000 kilometers (18,641
miles), whichever first occurs.
If an emission-related part on your motorcycle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Bimota.
This is your emission control system DEFECTS WARRANTY.

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OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
•As the motorcycle owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in
your owner’s manual. Bimota recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your
motorcycle, but Bimota cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure
the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
•You are responsible for presenting your motorcycle to a Bimota dealer as soon as a problem exists. The
warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
•As the motorcycle owner, you should be aware that Bimota may deny your warranty coverage if your
motorcycle or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact:
BIMOTA NORTH AMERICA Inc.
34 East 34th Street NEW YORK, N.Y. 10016 USA
or the:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2000 Traverwood Ann Arbor
MI 48105
or the:

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California Air Resources Board
at P.O. Box 8001,
9528 Telstar Avenue,
El Monte, CA 91734-8001.
BIMOTA S.P.A. - LIMITED WARRANTY ON EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Bimota SpA Via Giaccaglia 38 47900 Rimini (VE) Italy (hereinafter “Bimota”) warrants that each new
2006 and after Bimota motorcycle, that includes as standard equipment a headlight, taillight and stoplight,
and is street legal:
A. is designed, built and equipped so as to conform at the time of initial retail purchase with all applicable
regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, and the California Air Resources
Board; and
B. is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause such motorcycle to fail to conform with
applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources
Board for a period of use of 30,000 kilometers (18,641 miles), or 5 (five) years from the date of initial
retail delivery, whichever first occurs.
I. COVERAGE
Warranty defects shall be remedied during customary business hours at any authorized Bimota motorcycle
dealer located within the United States of America in compliance with the Clean Air Act and applicable
regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board.
Any part or parts replaced under this warranty shall become the property of Bimota.

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In the State of California only, emission related warranted parts are specifically defined by the state’s
Emission Warranty Parts List. These warranted parts are: carburetor and internal parts; intake manifold;
fuel tank; fuel injection system; spark advance mechanism; crankcase breather; air cutoff valves; fuel
tank cap for evaporative emission controlled vehicles; oil filler cap; pressure control valve; fuel/vapor
separator; canister; igniters; breaker governors; ignition coils; ignition wires; ignition points; condensers,
and spark plugs if failure occurs prior to the first scheduled replacement; and hoses, clamps, fittings and
tubing used directly in these parts. Since emission related parts may vary from model to model, certain
models may not contain all of these parts and certain models may contain functionally equivalent parts.
In the State of California only, Emission Control System emergency repairs, as provided for in the California
Administrative Code, may be performed by other than an authorized Bimota dealer. An emergency
situation occurs when an authorized Bimota dealer is not reasonably available, a part is not available
within 30 days, or a repair is not complete within 30 days. Any replacement part can be used in an
emergency repair. Bimota will reimburse the owner for the expenses, including diagnosis, not to exceed
Bimota’s suggested retail price for all warranted parts replaced and labor charges based on Bimota’s
recommended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor
rate. The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation.
II. LIMITATIONS
This Emission Control System warranty shall not cover any of the following:
A. Repair or replacement required as a result of:
1. accident

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2. misuse
3. repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly installed
4. use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to Bimota specifications which adversely
affect performance and/or
5. use in competitive racing or related events.
B. Inspections, replacement of parts and other services and adjustments required for required maintenance.
C. Any motorcycle on which the odometer mileage has been changed so that actual mileage cannot be
readily determined.
III. LIMITED LIABILITY
A. The liability of Bimota under this Emission Control System Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of
defects in material or workmanship by an authorized Bimota motorcycle dealer at its place of business
during customary business hours. This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the
motorcycle or transportation of the motorcycle to or from the Bimota dealer. BIMOTA SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER EXPENSES, LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR USE OF OR INABILITY
TO USE THE BIMOTA MOTORCYCLE FOR ANY PURPOSE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION
OR LIMITATION OF ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
B. NO EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY BIMOTA EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY
SET FORTH HEREIN. ANY EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW, INCLUDING ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS LIMITED TO THE

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EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY TERMS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. THE
FOREGOING STATEMENTS OF WARRANTY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER REMEDIES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
C. No dealer is authorized to modify this Bimota Limited Emission Control System Warranty.
IV. LEGAL RIGHTS
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
V. WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY IS IN ADDITION TO THE BIMOTA LIMITED MOTORCYCLE WARRANTY.
VI. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in the performance of
any maintenance or repairs. However, Bimota is not liable for these parts. The owner is responsible for the
performance of all required maintenance. Such maintenance may be performed at a service establishment
or by any individual. The warranty period begins on the date the motorcycle is delivered to an ultimate
purchases.

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BIMOTA NORTH AMERICA Inc.
34 East 34th Street NEW YORK, N.Y. 10016 USA
BIMOTA SpA
Via Giaccaglia 38,
47900 Rimini - Italy
PROBLEMS THAT MAY AFFECT THE VEHICLE EMISSIONS:
If any of the following symptoms are observed, immediately have your vehicle inspected and repaired by
your local Bimota Dealer. Symptoms:
•Difficult starting or stalling after starting.
•Irregular idle.
•Misfiring or backfiring during acceleration.
•After-burning (backfiring).
•Poor engine performance, degraded handling, or poor fuel economy.
NOISE EMISSION WARRANTY
Bimota SpA warrants that this exhaust system, at time of sale, meets all applicable U.S. E.P.A. Federal
noise standards. This warranty extends to the first person who buys this exhaust system for purposes other
than resale, and to all subsequent buyers. Warranty claims should be direct to:
BIMOTA NORTH AMERICA Inc.
34 East 34th Street NEW YORK, N.Y. 10016 USA

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Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited
Federal law prohibits the following acts or causing thereof:
1. The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or
replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of
noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use, or
2. the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative
by any person.
Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below:
1. Removal of, or puncturing the muffler, baffles header pipes or any other component which conducts
exhaust gases.
2. Removal of, or puncturing of any part of the intake system.
3. Lack of proper maintenance.
4. Replacing any moving part of the vehicle, or parts of the exhaust or intake system, with parts other than
those specified by the manufacturer.
WARNING
This vehicle should be checked for repair or replacement if the motorcycle noise has increased
significantly through use. Otherwise, the owner may become subject to penalties under state
and local ordinances.