2007 Bimota DB5 S

2007 Bimota DB5 S sits in the small Rimini firm's air-cooled twin lineup, built around Ducati's 1000DS engine but wrapped in Bimota's own chassis thinking. This is a hand-built sport bike, not a mass-market machine, and it rides like one: the trellis frame and premium suspension components sharpen everything the Ducati donor motor does, rewarding a rider who wants feedback over comfort. Torque arrives low and stays usable in the midrange, which suits real roads more than racetracks, though it's plenty capable there too. Fit and finish reflect small-batch assembly rather than factory-line consistency, which is part of the appeal for the right owner. The 2007 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 2006 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Owners tend to be experienced riders who already understand Ducati twins and want something rarer, often stepping away from mainstream sportbikes toward a marque with limited production numbers. Collector interest sits at a moderate level, driven by Bimota's scarcity rather than outright investment speculation, making the 2007 Bimota DB5 S a considered purchase rather than an impulse buy.