Highlights
- One of only 454 Bimota DB3 Mantras ever produced
- Just 6,756 miles from new
- Distinctive walnut dashboard - a unique Bimota design feature
- Comprehensive documentation, including original instruction manual and warranty book
- Maintained in very good original condition
The Appeal
For fans of boutique motorcycle manufacture, Bimota is the brand for you. The DB3 Mantra was one of the most distinctive and avant-garde motorcycle designs of the 1990s and 2000s Powered by a Ducati 900cc V-twin engine but wrapped in Bimota's unique styling by designer Sacha Lakic, the Mantra broke convention with its organic shapes and unusual features like a walnut dashboard. Yes, you did hear that right!
With only 454 examples ever built during its 1995-1998 production run, the DB3 Mantra remains one of the rarest modern motorcycles and a true collector's piece.
With only 454 examples ever built during its 1995-1998 production run, the DB3 Mantra remains one of the rarest modern motorcycles and a true collector's piece.
This 2003 example is presented in very good original condition, having covered just 6,756 miles since new. Recently serviced with new fork seals and belts, this motorcycle has a great deal to offer.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 2003 (HF03 BSZ)
- Comes with the original Bimota instruction manual and warranty book
- Service and MOT history documentation included
- MOT expired December 2020
- 6,756 miles
- Additional hard copy images provided with the motorcycle
- Recent maintenance includes fork seal replacement and belt change
The Condition
- Presents impeccably in line with ultra-low mileage
- Distinctive walnut dashboard remains in good order
- Original paintwork appears well-preserved and continues to shine
- Tyres reportedly in good condition
- All original features and components retained, we are told
The Mechanics
- 900cc Ducati V-twin engine
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Quad exhaust system
- Fork seals recently replaced
- The vendor states the motorcycle is ready-to-ride
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