Massimo Tamburini (1943-2014) succumbed to cancer which he was trying to heal by last November. He founded Bimota together with Bianchi and Ìïrri. 
After leaving Bimota he designed bikes such as Cagiva Mito, MV Agusta F4 750, Brutale, F3 675 and the Ducati Paso, 851/888, 916/996. He was excellent designing frames and styling which can be proved by these top creations of his.