The Bimota Story (Ian Falloon)

The Bimota Story: A Half-Century of Italian Engineering Mastery

Experience the definitive history of the marque that turned motorcycle design into an art form.

In the world of exotic motorcycles, one name stands above the rest for uncompromising quality and radical innovation: Bimota. Founded in 1973 by Valerio Bianchi, Giuseppe Morri, and the legendary Massimo Tamburini, Bimota didn't just build bikes—they engineered masterpieces.

In The Bimota Story, world-renowned motorcycle historian Ian Falloon delivers an exhaustive 288-page chronicle of this iconic Rimini-based manufacturer. From the early days of perfecting Japanese-powered frames to the brand's modern era under Kawasaki’s wing, this book is the ultimate collector’s resource.

Why This Book is a Must-Have for Enthusiasts:

• The Complete Timeline: Explore every street and racing model produced from 1973 to 2024.

• Engineering Icons: Deep dives into the development of the HB1, the revolutionary hub-center steered Tesi, and the ill-fated yet fascinating V-Due.

• The Tamburini Legacy: Gain insight into the "Michelangelo of Motorcycles" and how his vision for hand-built, high-performance chassis redefined the industry.

• Financial Resurrection: Follow the dramatic "Machiavellian saga" of the company’s survival, from bankruptcy to its current rebirth with the Tesi H2.

• Unrivaled Visuals: Packed with 415 high-quality photographs and technical illustrations across a large-format hardcover.

About the Author: Ian Falloon

Based in Australia, Ian Falloon is arguably the world’s leading authority on Italian motorcycles. With a career spanning over 50 books, Falloon’s technical precision and storytelling bring the grit of the workshop and the glory of the racetrack to life. For fans of Ducati, Moto Guzzi, and MV Agusta, a Falloon-authored history is the gold standard of accuracy.