Bimota TESi 3D. August 2008

The TESI 3D is now available in two colour versions, red/white plus the new Carbon Black version, which was added to the lineup in February. The Carbon Black model has a new all titanium exhaust system made by Japanese manufacturer Motocorse.

The principal characteristics of the TESI 3D 1100 are the unique "omega" which also supports and utilises the engine as a stressed member of the chassis. Both front and rear wheels are suspended with the unique Bimota trellis swingarms, now a trademark of Bimota. The front wheel operates with a hub centre steering system. The TESI 3D is equipped with a braking system created by Bimota and is characterised by the radial calipers put on the lowest point of the hub. The design of the TESI 3D project was the work of Bimota's Enrico Borghesan, who has dressed it in carbon fibre to dramatically reduce the bike's weight. The distinctive rear section is formed of structural carbon fibre. Lightweight, function and elegant design combine beautifully. The lightweight wheels are forged aluminium alloy and are produced exclusively for the Tesi 3D by MARVIC.

The benefits of hub centre steering include the absence of front end dive under braking. Front suspension remains fully functional in these conditions and allows unparalleled corner entrance stability and mid-turn control. An added benefit is the ability to use softer front suspension settings, adding an uncommon level of comfort and control in lower speeds. The dynamic abilities and unique design of the new generation TESI put it at the top of supersport road bikes.