2000 Bimota SB 6

The 2000 Bimota SB 6 marks a curious return for one of the marque's most straightforward sportbikes, slotting into the lineup as the mid-range option above the discontinued SB7 while the SB6R handled duty in the intervening years. Built around a Suzuki-sourced four-cylinder engine wrapped in Bimota's own chassis and bodywork, this is a machine built for riders who care more about front-end feel and chassis rigidity than outright comfort. The riding position is committed, the steering quick, and the whole package rewards someone who wants to feel every input translate directly to the front tire on a tight, technical road rather than cruise a motorway. It's not a bike you own casually — servicing and parts sourcing require patience and a network of specialists. The 2000 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 1996 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Given the limited production run and the gap years where the SB6R filled its spot, collectors view this reissue as a scarce variant worth seeking out, and buyers tend to be experienced Bimota owners or serious Italian exotica collectors rather than first-time sportbike buyers.