Depending on your needs and desires, there is a wide range of motorcycles designed for everyone. From enduro to sports bikes, cruisers, touring bikes and even regular classic bikes.
Just like in the world of cars, in the world of bikes, some names echo high performance and design. One of them is MV Agusta, an Italian motorcycle manufacturer known for its stunningly beautiful motorcycles and racing history.
The company produces everything from supersports to naked bikes, as well as sport-touring motorcycles. The company was founded in 1945 by Giovanni Agusta, and since then it has flourished and grown into one of the biggest names in the motorcycle world.
Today the name MV Agusta competes in the World Superbike Championship. The three-cylinder Agusta F3 675 sportsbike stands out from the F3 800, Brutale, Brutale Dragster, Stradale, Turismo Veloce and Rivale.
One of the latest additions to the MV Agusta lineup is the 2021 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR.
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR, 2010, 998/1078 cmz, 139/144.2 hp, 190 kg, €21,000/25,000
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR, 2010, 998/1078 cmz, 139/144 ,2 hp, 190 kg, €21,000/25,000
But first, Alan and I, without saying a word, unanimously noted the recognizable, already familiar appearance of the new Brutale. And the most striking element here is the headlight in the style of Salvador Dali’s flowing clock, although in fact almost ten years ago it was optics from a Porsche 993, personally adapted by MV Agusta President Claudio Castiglioni to the first “stripped” version of the F4 sportsbike. But this decision set the direction for the company’s naked design, which is followed to this day. But the headlight has become more advanced, now fashionable LED tracks have appeared in it.
History[edit]
Introduction [edit]
The motorcycle was designed by Italian motorcycle designer Massimo Tamburini. The engine was based on the engine used in the F4 series, designed by Andrea Goggi. [4]
The engine is a liquid-cooled, cross-frame inline-four four-stroke engine with dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), 16 "radial" valves, electronic multipoint fuel injection and electronic induction ignition with a displacement of 749.5 cc. ), 998 cc. cm (60.9 cu. in.) and 1078 cc. cm (65.8 cu in). The engine was derived from the 1990–1992 Ferrari Formula One engine. Early in the design process, Ferrari engineers were involved in the development of the engine. MV (then Cagiva) quickly deviated from the Ferrari design, but retained one important feature: radial valves. Engine developing 127 hp. (93 kW) and 75 Nm torque, is unique in the sense that it is the only recently produced radial valve motorcycle engine.
The new chassis was created under the leadership of technical director Massimo Parenta. [4] The engine hangs on a tubular frame and is a stressed member. The machine has 50mm inverted forks developed for the MV Agusta by Marzocchi, a Sachs rear shock absorber, and a CNC milled 6-piston (front) and 4-piston (rear) brake system from Nissin. The wheels and swing arm are made of aluminum. Other aluminum parts include the frame plates and fork bridges.
The first model was introduced in 2001; MV Agusta Brutale 750 Oro, which, like the MV Agusta F4 750 Series Oro, used many magnesium parts and was limited to 300 cars. It was followed in 2002 by the MV Agusta Brutale 750 S.[1]
Evolution [edit]
At the end of 2005, a larger 910 cc engine was added to the range. See 998 cc engine. The cc of the F4 1000 S was higher than the 750 cc unit. See, and could not be installed. [5] The 750 engine barrel was increased by 2.2 mm to 76 mm and stroke by 6.3 mm to 51 mm to give 909 cc of displacement. [6] Top model with 1078 cc engine. The CM from the F4 was added in 2007 [7], and the 982 cc variant. See - in 2008 [8]
Now under the ownership of Harley Davidson, the Brutale has been redesigned for the 2010 model year. [9] Two models were offered: 990 R and 1090 RR. Both the engine and chassis have been redesigned, with 85% of the components on these cars being completely redesigned. The engine was based on the previous 1078 engine and both displacements shared a common crankshaft. The frame was more compact and the swingarm was longer. [10] An entry-level 921 cc model was added to the range in 2011. [eleven]
In 2012, a new three-cylinder Brutale was introduced, based on the F3. [12] Initially offered only with the 675 cc engine. CM, 800 cc model See was added a year later. [13] Four-cylinder models were discontinued following the introduction of triples.
The four-cylinder engine was reintroduced in 2022 in the Brutale 1000 Serie Oro
, which MV Agusta called the fastest naked bike in the world. [14]
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
The official presentation of the new products will take place at the Milan show, although all the secrets have already been revealed. According to Enrico D'Onufrio, chief executive of MV Agusta, the motorcycles are 85% redesigned compared to previous versions, but the styling and signature radial valve arrangement are retained. By tradition, there are two parallel modifications, one of which is more advanced. Of course, in the new pair it is 1090RR - by 5 hp. more powerful and better equipped. The richness of the RR (note the price) lies in the built-in rotary steering damper (26 clicks of adjustment!), slipper clutch (“slipper” clutch, i.e. with reverse slip), forged wheels with ultra-thin spokes and a rear shock absorber with full a range of adjustments (including high and low speed damping). Interestingly, the dry weight of both bikes is the same, as is the declared maximum speed of 265 km/h.
Model options[edit]
First generation[edit]
Brutale 750 Oro[edit]
MV Agusta Brutale 750 Oro
As with other MV Agusta models, the first model in the series was the limited edition Brutale 750 Oro
. The model features magnesium parts, including a gold-finished swing arm, saving 6kg. The trim was done in the traditional MV red color with a tobacco colored leather seat. Each of the 300 cars came with a certificate of authenticity and a numbered gold plate on the steering column. [15]
Brutale 750 S [edit]
MV Agusta Brutale 750 S
Introduced in 2002, the Brutale 750 S was the first production Brutale model. Same as Oro
, aluminum parts replace the magnesium elements used in the Oro. The 49 mm Showa front fork was used together with silver aluminum wheels from the F4 750 S Evo 03. A black faux leather seat was fitted and the car was available in red or opaque black paint. [16]
Cruel America [edit]
Brutale America
There was a redesign kit for the 750 S, inspired by the livery of the classic M. Agustas of the 1970s, such as the MV Agusta 750 S. The kit was available as a base kit, consisting of a red/white/blue painted fuel tank, blue tail panels and Alcantara seats. A "full version" kit was also available, which added a carbon fiber body part and silver ten-spoke Marchesini forged aluminum wheels. Both sets were limited to 300 pieces and came with a certificate of authenticity and numbered plaque. [17]
Brutale CRC [edit]
Brutale KPR
There was an upgrade kit for the 750 C. The kit was available as a base kit consisting of a silver/blue fuel tank and tail panel, and Alcantara seats. The livery was similar to that of the F4 SP-01 Viper. A "full version" kit was also available, which added a carbon fiber body part and silver ten-spoke Marchesini forged aluminum wheels. Both sets were limited to 300 pieces and came with a certificate of authenticity and numbered plaque. [18]
Brutale Mamba[edit]
Introduced in 2006, Brutale Mamba
was an upgrade kit for the 750 S. This kit consisted of a titanium exhaust system and carbon fiber body parts. The livery was the same red and black as the F4 1000 Mamba. Production was limited to 300 pieces and came with a certificate of authenticity and number plate. [19]
Brutale Gladio [edit]
A second upgrade kit was introduced in 2006, the Brutale Gladio
. The kit was available as a basic kit, consisting of a metalized fuel tank, painted black/grey, front mudguard and side panels. Also included was a leather seat and an MV Corse alarm. A "full version" kit was also available, which added a carbon fiber body part and silver forged aluminum wheels. Both sets were limited to 300 pieces and came with a certificate of authenticity and numbered plaque. [20]
Brutale 910 S [edit]
2006 MV Agusta Brutale 910 S
Introduced at the end of 2005, Brutale 910 S
became the first "large-bore" Brutale car. 909 cc engine The cm was borrowed from the 750 cc unit. cm, and the engine is 998 cc. The cm of the F4 100S was too tall to fit into the Brutale frame. [5] The new engine produced 136 hp. (101 kW) at 11,000 rpm. [6]
The frame is unchanged from the 750 models. Fully adjustable 50mm Marzocchi forks and a single rear shock with remote reservoir were installed. The brakes were from Nissin: six-cylinder at the front and four-position at the rear. [21]
The machine was available in red tank/gray frame; silver tank/red frame or orange tank/black frame with "910" logo on the tank. [22]
Brutale 910 R [edit]
2006 MV Agusta Brutale 910 R
Premiered at the 2005 Milan EICMA, where it won the Best of Show Award, the Brutale 910 R
was a higher performance version of
the 910 S. [23] The engine had polished intake ports and a custom EPROM, and with an optional racing exhaust produced 144 hp. [24]
Marzocchi USD 50mm RAC (Road Advanced Component) forks were used, this was the first time they had been used on a road bike. A fully adjustable Sachs single shock was installed at the rear. A new Brembo front braking system was introduced with P4/34 radial calipers with Brutale logo. The lower flange of the steering box, forks, frame plates and handlebar counterweights are titanium coated. The bike was finished in black/anthracite with red graphics and valve covers. [24]
Brutale 910 R Italia [edit]
Brutale 910 R Italia
was a commemorative production model to celebrate the Italian national football team's victory at the 2006 World Cup. Decorated in the colors of the national football team, each team member was given one machine gun, the serial number of which was the same as on his jersey. The tank had a picture of the World Cup with the words "Campioni del Mondo 2006" (2006 World Champions) underneath it. A total of 124 examples were produced, including 24 award-winning bikes. [25]
Brutale 910R Hydrogen[edit]
Brutale 910R Hydrogen
was created in collaboration between MV Agusta and the Italian clothing brand Hydrogen and introduced at the end of 2007. The car featured a black engine and the white/green/red/black corporate colors of the Hydrogen brand. It had the same characteristics as the standard 910R. Production of the Brutale 910R Hydrogen was limited to 100 units. [26]
Brutale 910R Wally [edit]
Model Brutale 910R Wally
2008 was developed in collaboration with luxury boat manufacturer Wally Yachts. Production was limited to 118 numbered examples, which is the length of the iconic 118 WallyPower boat. [27] The car, based on the Brutale 910 R, features unique graphics and livery. [28]
Brutale 910R Starfighter[edit]
Limited Edition Brutale 910R Starfighter
was based on the Brutale 910 R and featured carbon fiber bodywork and a custom livery. [29] Production was limited to 99 numbered copies.
Brutale 910R Starfighter Titanium [edit]
Manufacturing Brutale 910R Starfighter Titanium
was limited to 23 numbered copies. The specifications are the same as the regular Starfighter 910R, but it has titanium headers, downpipe and exhaust pipes, as well as carbon fiber parts. [thirty]
Brutale 1078 RR [edit]
First presented at the EICMA show in Milan in 2007, the Brutale 1078 RR
received the "Most Beautiful Motorcycle" award.
[7] Featuring a 154 hp (115 kW) version of the 1078 cc engine from the F4 RR 312, this model was the fastest and best performing in the Brutale
. Updated 50mm Marzocchi forks were installed and a Brembo racing monoblock was used. New forged aluminum five-spoke star wheels were also from Brembo. [31]
The car was available in Pearl White/Gloss Black, Racing Red/Silver or Black/Anthracite Grey. [32]
Brutale 1078 RR Jean Richard [edit]
In 2008, MV Agusta entered into a partnership with watchmaker Jean Richard. MV produced a limited edition Brutale 1078 RR Jean Richard
, which was a
1078 RR
finished in Jean Richard livery and logos.
Jean Richard released a limited edition
Brutale
watch . [33]
Brutale 989 R [edit]
MV Agusta Brutale 989 R at EICMA 2007 in Milan
Introduced in 2008 Brutale 989 R
used a 982 cc engine. CM, which was produced by re-upholstering the 910 cc engine of previous models. The engine produced 142 hp. (106 kW). The 50mm Marzocchi fork has been redesigned and increases travel by 4mm. A fully adjustable Sachs rear shock and Brembo four-piston radial brake calipers were installed. [8]
Second generation[edit]
Brutale 990 R [edit]
After the brand was taken over by Harley Davidson, the redesigned Brutale was introduced in late 2009. [9] Model Brutale 990 R
equipped with a new version of the 4-cylinder engine. Thanks to the 1078 models' crankshaft and smaller bore, the 998 cc engine. The cm had a longer stroke than previous models. It had a balance shaft to reduce vibration. [10] Power output was 139 hp. (101 kW). [34]
The frame on the new models was more compact, and the swing arm was longer. Updated 50mm Marzocchi forks were installed and the new design was exclusive to MV Agusta. The front brakes used 4-piston Brembo calipers and NHK discs. Innovative die-cast wheels were installed. [10]
85% of this model's components have been recycled. It was available in red/silver or black/silver paint. [10]
Brutale 1090 RR [edit]
The top of the range Brutale 1090 RR
was equipped with a 1078 cc engine. Besides the engine, other changes from the base 990 R include a slipper clutch, steering damper, alloy wheels, updated rear shock absorber and Brembo racing brakes. [35]
The model was available in Pearl White/Black or Red/Silver, both with red valve covers. [35]
Since 2013, the model has been available with ABS and is designated Brutale 1090 RR ABS
. [36]
Brutale 1090 RR Cannonball[edit]
Brutale 1090 RR Cannonball
There was a track only upgrade kit for
the 1090 RR
. A modified engine control unit, cylinder head, camshafts, valves and titanium exhaust system increase power output to 165 hp. (123 kW). [37] The kit also included a carbon fiber body. [38]
Brutale 990 R Brand Milano[edit]
Following the 2010 EICMA Milan, the one-off model Brutale 990 R
, called
Brutale 990 R Brand Milano
. The car's graphics show the city skyline with the Duomo, Castello Sforzesco and Teatro La Scala. [39]
150th anniversary of the Brutale 990 R LE [edit]
At the end of 2010, the Brutale 990 R LE 150th Anniversary model was introduced,
dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy.
Based on the Brutale 990 R
, this model was a single-seater and featured a spoiler. Available in red, white or black, all 3 are depicted in the red, white and green colors of the Italian flag. Production was limited to 150 units. [40]
Brutale 920[edit]
Brutale 920
was introduced in 2011 as the entry-level
Brutale
. [11] Powered by a new variant of the 921 cc four-cylinder engine. cm, the new displacement was achieved by reducing the cylinder diameter, with the crankshaft being the same as the 990 and 1090 models. Power output was 129 hp. (96 kW) at 10,500 rpm. [41]
Brutale 1090 RR Corse[edit]
MV Agusta Brutale 1090 RR Corsica
In 2013, a limited edition Brutale 1090 RR Corse
. Engine power was increased to 158 hp. (116 kW). 43mm Ohlins Nix forks and forged wheels were installed. The bodywork consisted of a carbon fiber passenger seat upholstery, front fender, and rear wheel mount. [42]
The car was finished in Ruby Metallic Red/Pearl White with a black frame. [42]
Third generation[edit]
Brutale 675[edit]
Based on MV Agusta F3
The Brutale 675
was first unveiled at the EICMA show in Milan in 2011 . [12] Three-cylinder engine with counter-rotation (reverse) crankshaft rated at 108 hp. (81 kW) produced slightly less power than the F3 engine, but had more torque at lower rpm. [43]
Since the triple engine was more compact than the quad engine, the frame could be made more compact and the swing arm could be lengthened compared to previous models. A 43mm Marzocchi inverted fork, Sachs rear shock and Brembo brakes from the F3 were installed. [12]
The car was available in pearl white/matt gold metallic, red/silver or matt magnesium gray/matt anthracite. [44]
Brutale 800[edit]
Introduced in 2013, Brutale 800
became the second model with a three-cylinder engine.
The engine was based on the F3 800
with a displacement of 798 cc and produced 125 hp. (93 kW). [13]
In 2014 the model was available with ABS as the Brutale 800 ABS
. [45]
Brutale Dragster 800[edit]
Introduced in 2014 [46] Brutale Dragster 800
there was a "street fighter" model, based on
the Brutale 800
model. Among the styling changes was the installation of a 200/50 x 17 Pirelli rear tire. [47] The car was available in white or matte gray metallic paint. [48]
Later the model was separated into a separate series of Dragster
.
Brutale 800 RR [edit]
Brutale 800 RR,
producing an additional 15 bhp, was launched in 2015 as the fastest
Brutale
. 50mm throttle bodies, a new airbox, two fuel injectors per cylinder and a less restrictive exhaust increased power to 140 hp. (104 kW). [49] Updated 43 mm Marzocchi inverted forks with DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coating for reduced wear and an aged gold finish, ABS and racing brakes were installed. The bike was finished in either Pearl Red/Pearl White or Aviation Grey/Black Metallic. [50]
The model has been updated for 2022, with engine modifications allowing for a wider powerband. The transmission was upgraded and a new EAS 2.0 quickshifter was installed. [51] The car received lighter wheels and Pearl Red/Metallic Carbon Black or Pearl White/Metallic Carbon Black liveries were offered. [52]
Brutale 800 RR SCS [edit]
The Brutale 800 RR was further improved in 2022 with the addition of the SCS 2.0 Smart Clutch System and was designated Brutale 800 RR SCS
.
[53] The SCS 2.0 system, which was first installed on the Turismo Veloce in 2022, [54] allows the driver to use the clutch in a conventional manner using a lever, or simply let the system control the clutch. [55] The system is based on the Rekluse clutch
, which allows the driver to engage the gear when changing gears without using the clutch. As soon as the throttle valve opens, the clutch is engaged. The MV system adds electronic control that optimizes clutch engagement based on engine speed and throttle position [56] during upshifts and downshifts. The SCS system weighs only 36g more than a conventional clutch. [55]
Brutale 800 RC [edit]
Limited Edition Brutale 800 RC
(Reparto Corse) was introduced in 2022 as the most race-oriented model in the series.
An SC-Project titanium and carbon fiber exhaust increases power output to 150 hp. (112 kW) at 12,800 rpm. Most of the body is made of carbon fiber, and forged, red-painted wheels from the F4 RC
. Like other RC models, the paintwork is red and white with the logos of the technical sponsors. Production limited to 350 pieces and numbered on the digital cover. [57]
Brutale 800 RR LH44 [edit]
Created
in collaboration with Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton,
the Brutale 800 RR LH44
uses the
800 RR
. Produced in a limited edition of just 144 examples, it bears Hamilton's number "44", with which he competed victoriously in Formula 1.[58]
Brutale 800 RR Pirelli[edit]
Model Brutale 800 RR Pirelli,
unveiled in 2022, it is a limited edition
created
in collaboration with Pirelli and based on
the 800 RR
.
The car has wheels and a wider rear tire from the F4
. The headlight profile was changed and a retractable passenger grab handle was installed. [59] The livery comes in red and matte black or blue and nardo grey. [60]
Brutale 800 Rosso[edit]
Model Brutale 800 Rosso,
unveiled late 2022, part of
Rosso's
entry-level MV collection. The model is equipped with wheels with a smooth finish rather than the milled surface of other Brutale models [61] and no skid plates are fitted. [62] The engine was detuned and produces 110 hp. The finish is distinctive red and black. [63]
Brutale 1000 Serie Oro[edit]
Presented at EICMA 2022 Milan, where it won "Most Beautiful Motorcycle of the Show", [64] the Brutale 1000 Serie Oro
Claimed to be the fastest production naked motorcycle. Equipped with an updated version of the 998 cc 4-cylinder engine that produces 208 hp. (155 kW) at 13450 rpm or 212 hp (156 kW) with optional Arrow exhaust and special engine control unit. [14]
The car is equipped with a full complement of electronics, including Ohlins suspension, with shock absorber and steering damper controlled by a dedicated engine control unit, as well as Brembo Stylema brakes, which use Bosch 9.1 ABS. Carbon fiber is widely used for bodywork and rims. [64]
They are finished in fire red with gold plated rocker arm mounts, fork legs and lower fork [14]. Production is limited to 300 units. [64]
Brutale 1000 RR [edit]
Model Brutale 1000 RR,
created as a production version of the Brutale 1000 Serie Oro, was presented at the EICMA in 2022. [61] Steel nuts and bolts are used where titanium is used in the Serie Oro. Wheels are forged from aluminum. [65] The car is available in red and gray or yellow-gray. [66]
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
When you start the Brutale and hear the sound of a rich, bassy exhaust, you immediately feel that the engine has very extraordinary abilities. When leaving the pit lane for the Misano track, I notice a harsh pick-up from the fully closed throttle - the settings are not ideal, Alan also noticed this. But further, from 2500 rpm to the limiter at 12000 rpm, the torque curve is simply impeccable, suffice it to say that the RR has 115 Nm at 8000 rpm - this is the maximum, and 80 Nm is achieved already at 4000, while at 7000 is a mind-blowing rush that leads to a state of euphoria. The younger one has very similar characteristics and the “taste” traction and dynamic qualities are practically the same. And the datalogging results confirm this - lap times and speeds are almost the same. Well, except that the 1090 is a little more willing to lift the wheel in the first three gears at the exit of a turn.
So, having already ridden 5000 km on my new lisaped, having cooled the feelings of the first euphoria and gaining experience in its operation, I want to talk a little about the wonderful motorcycle MV Agusta Brutale 1090 ABS 2013, it is not very common, at least in our country, and many people probably like it It would be interesting. Attention! Photography is not my passion, so there is a lot of text and the pictures are rubbish. I used to be an adherent of the Honda sect, owned different CBRs for several years, rode a Suzuki M109R, a little more on all sorts of others, and then suddenly decided to try something more exotic. Fate was favorable and opportunities allowed. So I will tell you in comparison with what I know. Appearance Bomb. Still, no one can outdo the European Khachiks and Italians in their sense of beauty, and in motorcycle design in particular.
Gearbox The box is noticeably clearer than the Honda one (and even more so the Suzuki one), although before that it was the standard for me. There is no need to look for neutral at all; it is clearly pronounced, almost like a separate gear. It was often confusing at first when switching between 1-2-1. I quickly got used to it, and I don’t use the first one often. The neutral clicks loudly, brutally, passers-by turn around.)) The pedal travel is quite long. On more evil modifications there are still a bunch of quick shifters and a slipper clutch. At first I was tempted to install it too, especially since even the Brutale 675, for example, has a quick. Although it is clear that this is excess fat, more appropriate on the track than in the city. The force on the clutch lever is tight after ½ stroke, the lack of hydraulics is felt, the hand gets tired at a long traffic light, but in motion a light squeeze with two fingers in the first half of the lever stroke is enough. The gray zone of adhesion is spread out thickly and intuitively. There are only 6 gears, and the first is significantly shorter than a sport bike. The 2nd and 3rd are the most popular in the city, sufficient for row spacing, for a dynamic start, and for engine braking. The 3rd one is completely rubbery. At 6, the engine runs silently at any speed and can confidently pull from 40-50 km/h without twitching.
engine is similar in character to other liter fours, but the Italians still pour more pepper into their product. Due to the volume, of course, it is very elastic, it drags always and everywhere. Responsive, in sport mode 1 in 1 angry sportbike (turned on by pressing the starter button again), easily and quickly throws the tachometer needle all the way and back. Maximum performance according to official data is 144 hp. at 10300 rpm and 112 Nm at 8100 rpm. I think the results at the stand will be more modest. But, judging by my own feelings, confirmed by graphs on the Internet, the lion’s share of traction and power becomes easily available even before 4000 rpm. On the Brutale R modification, the engine tuning is the same, the RR has a higher revving, sportier one. The cutoff is somewhere around 13,000, quite soft, accompanied by color music in the form of three small diode blinkers located at the end of the tachometer markings: yellow, orange and red. This whole miracle of engineering is cooled by two radiators, separate for liquid and oil. The temperature quickly reaches operating mode, you don’t have to worry too much about overheating, and you don’t feel any heat from the engine at all, only slightly from the exhaust on the right side of your butt. PS: The picture is inaccurate, American test, all their motorcycles are a little stifled. And the 12th year, after all.
Exhaust The exhaust is quite loud compared to Hondas. At first, such intrusiveness was annoying, but I still prefer to move around without unnecessary noise. Although the sound itself is pleasant, thoroughbred. The hearing is especially pleasing when releasing gas and re-gasping. During acceleration, the same simple melody of a well-tuned sports inline-four plays.
Brakes The brakes are powerful, informative, the rear brake is noticeably more effective than on sportbikes. In front there are two 4-piston Brembo 310mm, in the rear nissin, 4, 210. I didn’t particularly notice the operation of the ABS, so it crackled a little a couple of times. But the worm, crawling somewhere in the space between my ears and constantly reminding me of how painful it can be to lock a wheel, almost doesn’t bother me anymore, I brake without hesitation.
Suspension The suspension is fully adjustable, marzocci front, sachs rear, all nuts for adjustment are easily accessible. Although the standard parameters suit me a little more than completely, it doesn’t break through on bumps at all and doesn’t interfere with steering, either alone or with a passenger. So I don’t see any point in reconfiguring it yet, if only for a track, or for a single saddle. The stabilization system can be configured in as many as 8 modes (the first is the most liberal), I didn’t bother, once I plugged in the third I didn’t play anymore. The traction allows you to fool around, but several times it pulled out of turns on time with sand and gravel generously scattered at the apexes.
Taxiing But what makes me most happy about this bike is the steering and ergonomics. Serpentines are his element, it’s a pity they don’t exist in Moscow. It turns into a turn with half a hint, and shifts, if asked, also at ease. Allows you to tilt and play around with the gearbox and the brakes. Within reason, of course. And the steering wheel still turns at much greater angles than clip-ons. In the aisles I felt a bit shy with him at first, but then I got used to the size and haven’t caught anyone for a long time.
Ergonomics Ergonomics is exactly what the Italians ate the dog on. It was as if a good tailor had made me a custom suit. If I were put on this bike with my eyes closed, I would be sure that it was some kind of V-twin six hundred, a road bike or a low tourney. For example, the BMW F800R and Kawasaki Z750 seemed to me much more monumental and heavy, although according to the documents mine seems to be heavier (dry 183 kg). The tank, narrow at the bottom and wide at the top, is ideal for taxiing with your knees, and why don’t other companies make such “mushrooms with ears” yet?! The trapezoidal driver's seat sits at a slight angle, narrow and low at the front becoming wide and tall at the rear. Thus, you can choose a wide range of seating positions from “motard” to “sportbike”. In the first case, moreover, I can confidently stand with my entire foot on the ground, with both legs (I am 175 cm) and on any terrain. But there is also a small minus - if you don’t rest your knees, you’ll end up “on the motard” after every braking. The seat itself is moderately hard, it doesn’t strain the buns, and the passenger is also happy. The control panels are convenient, the Italian feature with the turn signal lever located at the bottom of the console, instead of the horn, was to my taste, it is much more convenient, especially when the clutch is depressed at the same time. Only controlling the settings with buttons on the dashboard is a little annoying. The problem is that these buttons, as on most motorcycles, are completely uninformative, and each change must be confirmed by holding them for 3-5 seconds. It’s also a pity that the dashboard does not show either the clock or the fuel level. Only mileage countdown on reserve. But you can measure the lap time. Even when you start it there is a 3-second check-up, I’m already used to it. Well, if you're being picky, the graphics on the displays are hopelessly outdated. But I finally have an emergency button. It’s just not conveniently located, at the bottom end of the dashboard, it’s almost impossible to press while driving. Oh, and on the right remote control there is... a suction pump)) I don’t really understand why it’s needed, but sometimes I use it to warm up in cold weather.
Other trifles The headlight shines perfectly, there is no particular need to turn on the high beam. The Brutale R and RR have xenon in the base, of course it will be cooler, maybe later I’ll torture myself with such tuning. The mirrors give an excellent overview, they don’t like to fold, but they don’t need it, and they don’t create much interference between the rows. The signal is loud, brutal) Consumption in the city is about 7 liters. Tank 23 liters. He eats the 95 Benz without any problems, but prefers to savor the 98. The fact that this is a naked weapon, of course, slightly narrows the possibilities of its use. I never got to the declared maximum speed of 260 km/h, because closer to 200 I just get overwhelmed. You can ride comfortably at 150-160. It doesn’t like rain, the dirt from the wheels flies in all directions with a bang, I have an idea to hang the number on the wheel and put the hager on it. There is nowhere to hang the trunks, bags at best. But, unlike a sportbike, you can overcome low curbs without the crunch of plastic.
There are also some bugs. There were problems with the generator, the sealant was melting somewhere and something was sticking, so I had to push start it more than once. Now everything seems ok. The outer braid of some wires was leaking in places and had to be patched up. Due to the lack of side protective pads on the footpegs, my motorcycle boots little by little scratch the cover on the silencer on the right and the pendulum on the left, and the passenger draws his heel directly on the silencer. At speed, some kind of relay rattles in the hood of the tidy, annoying. There are already hints of rust on the muffler cans along the weld seams. The cost of original parts and accessories is unpleasantly impressive. Find anything in stock, too, hemorrhoids. Maintenance according to the regulations every 6000 km. You won’t be able to remove the rear wheel yourself; you need a special key, which, of course, you can’t buy, because it’s out of stock, and this nut costs 5 or 6 grand.
Total But this is all nonsense, but what a thrill it is to drive it.
Or just watch and admire. He is very obedient and can be used on the school playground without any problems. Because of this, the engine power is not at all scary and even seems small. Sometimes I think that I should have taken a closer look at the Aprilia Tuono V4 or Ducati Monster 1100EVO... But every time I am convinced of the opposite
Passers-by and acquaintances usually ask: “What kind of Ducati is this?” or “is this the new Benelli?” The next question is “what is MV?” )) Solid positivity, in general))
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
And thanks to revised injection settings and good torque, there is no need to change gears all the time. There was even a seditious thought that a couple of gears in the gearbox were clearly unnecessary. Compared to previous versions, gear shifts are much clearer and smoother, although neutral is only well caught from first gear. And the control lights on the panel are somewhat blind in bright sunlight, which causes some inconvenience at first.
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
It is unlikely that Japanese manufacturers will ever be able to make a motorcycle with such charisma
On the new roadsters, the suspensions are tuned for comfort, so the bike no longer prances on the uneven roads that abound in the mountain roads around Misano - and we rode on them for more than two and a half hours. And now I understand why there are so many Italians among first-class motorcycle and auto racers - after driving along local serpentines to work and back for several months, track days will no longer be needed. The roads themselves are no worse than tracks in terms of turning configurations. In addition, the factory testers leading us simply ignored the speed limit signs - under the “30” sign, the speedometer confidently showed one ahead... And the suspensions can be twisted, fortunately the adjustment ranges are very wide. This is what many colleagues did during track sessions with the help of company mechanics - in a slightly pressed state (from the basic settings), the behavior of street fighters came close to ideal, even in comparison with sportbikes.
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
As for the damper that the 1090 is equipped with in stock, I agree with the statement of the former chief designer of MV Agusta Tamburini (who left the company after its acquisition by Harley-Davidson), who called such devices “a band-aid to eliminate the shortcomings of the frame design.” That is, let it be, of course, it certainly adds coolness to the owner, but there is simply no obvious need for it on the Brutale - we did not notice any difference in behavior with the 990 (without damper). And this already speaks of the close to ideal geometry and, accordingly, the handling of roadsters - entering a turn while braking, braking during a turn, a forced change in trajectory - you want to do all this again and again, the amount of thrill you get from driving the Brutale is so great.
Competitors.
Triumph Street Triple RS.
Triumph Street Triple RS
Triumph tried to make a clear street motorcycle that you would want to ride again and again. It’s unlikely that anyone will argue with the statement that the Triumph Street Triple RS has become one of the company’s most beautiful roadsters. Particularly eye-catching are the dual headlights, angular windshield and sharp body lines. The Triumph Street Triple is said to be inspired by a focused, nose-down stance. It was a huge step forward in terms of design evolution compared to its predecessors. The motorcycle is equipped with a new body, wind deflector, radiator and integrated intake system. It is powered by a Daytona 765 engine.
The Triumph Street Triple RS variant is the most powerful, it produces 121 hp and 77.28 Nm of torque. It feels close to the liter class, all thanks to the unique engine design, ECU and special tuning. Together these components make it the most explosive motorcycle ever built by the British legends. The new Street Triple has an amazing riding position, with the rider positioned exactly in the middle of the bike. This landing provides maximum control over the vehicle and safety.
The Triumph Street Triple RS comes with an electronic throttle. The RS moves under the control of the most top components: a 41 mm fork with compression, rebound and preload adjustment, an Öhlins STX40 monoshock with a remote reservoir, Brembo M50 radial calipers and premium Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tires.
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
Rear Shock - Fully Adjustable
Rear Shock - Fully Adjustable
MV Agusta Brutale - a motorcycle that you can't ride without a happy smile on your face
For the first two track sessions (990 and 1090 in turn), the traction control systems (stock on both) were turned off, apparently so that we could feel closer to nature. As a result, when they were activated in subsequent sessions (by default they turned on level “7” - almost for “dummies”, there are 8 levels in total), it was not immediately possible to feel its work. I tried to deliberately overdo it with opening the gas at the exit of the turn - it works, very unobtrusively “strangling” the engine, while loosening the reins in time, maintaining the trajectory. There was no opportunity to play with the levels, but the system is certainly useful - and not only on the track. On the road, its intervention can be invaluable, for example, if you get in the way of sand in a turn, and you are already “opening up”, enjoying the handling - this is where the traction control will protect you from falling. But it won’t be able to deceive the laws of physics - we must remember this.
DYNAMICS
As for the dynamics. There is eight-level traction control installed here, although I could not fully feel the difference in these levels, because our test drive did not last very long due to weather conditions. There is a quickshifter for both up and down, ABS, which can be turned off if desired. Personally, I don’t like ABS at all, I don’t like it when something interferes with the control of the motorcycle, so I always disable this function on those motorcycles where this can be done. But here it is possible, which is a huge plus for me.
Another nice feature is fuel cards. Previously, in order to set up fuel maps, the motorcycle had to be taken somewhere, and the whole thing had to be set up via a computer. But here everything is simple - they can be configured by selecting the motorcycle mode. And these settings are very different from each other. If you choose the “standard” mode, then your motorcycle becomes absolutely calm, predictable, smooth, as if on strong antidepressants. But if you choose a sport, it’s like three cans of Red Bull are poured into it and that same daring, explosive character awakens in it. There is also a fuel map called “Custom” - in this case, the motorcycle can be completely customized to suit your needs.
It was difficult to feel acceleration, braking and taxiing in the city, especially considering the number of cameras in Dubai. And it would be nice if there were fines like in Russia, here an excess of, for example, twenty kilometers per hour costs fourteen thousand rubles.
Well, in addition, we were traveling together, so there could be no talk of any normal “taxiing” or putting things under the knee. But for the few kilometers that I managed to ride alone, I was quite satisfied with its “taxiing”. The bike feels very light and corners just fine. In general, I have no complaints about the controls. Unfortunately, we were not able to reach the maximum speed due to the reasons that I outlined above, but if you believe the “papers”, its maximum speed is two hundred and fifty kilometers per hour. Given that there is absolutely no wind protection on it, I doubt many will want to push it to its top speed. Still, the element of this particular motorcycle is the city.
By the way, the tank here is sixteen liters. This is quite a pleasant volume, considering that the motorcycle’s consumption is approximately seven liters per hundred kilometers per hour.
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
The running boards are a work of art
The running boards are a work of art
I'll mention Tamburini again - the former permanent chief designer preferred Nissin six-piston calipers to Brembo radial calipers, considering them more powerful and better controlled and not as harsh. But Michelangelo of motorcycles did not finish working on these bikes, and the new team chose Brembo. We can assure you, together with Alan Cathcart, that it turned out no worse. There are enough brakes with a fair margin; no particular advantage was noticed with the more poncho monobloc calipers on the 1090RR. To characterize the brakes, I’ll say that in the first sessions I overbraked quite a bit before turning after long straights at speeds of about 200 km/h, involuntarily leaving myself a margin of about 50 meters - well, you never expect such a slowdown. Then, having gotten used to the fantastic capabilities of the braking system, I made an adjustment.
Moto in cinema
Let's remember summer... The height of the season, the feeling of a headwind, a huge number of riders, just trying to throw off a fast (or not so fast) biker. Summer is a wonderful time, the time for all sorts of flowers to bloom and the biker to flourish - after all, he is inseparable from his motorcycle, he is one with his iron friend.
In the summer, in addition to all of the above, a huge number of films called “summer” are released. Why? Yes, because in the summer you want to hide from this heat in the cool halls of the cinema, drink cold Pepsi/beer, chew popcorn. And in the summer of 2009, a purely summer blockbuster, Throw of Cobra, was released . And such a motorcycle as the MV Agusta Brutale 910S starred in this film. You would know how long it took me to determine what kind of bike it was... About an hour passed.
So, I’ll say right away - I’m talking about a bike, not a movie. So don’t pay attention that in a movie worth $175,000,000, the graphics are a bit cheap, there are a lot of blunders and completely impossible things, especially regarding the physics of movement
I inserted two scenes from the film. The first - the full chase scene with Agusta's participation was blocked by YouTube, so you won't see it online (but you can download it from a file hosting service, link), but the second video - pieces from the chase scene.
According to the already established tradition, a small introduction to the course of the matter. Throw of Cobra is the eighth film directed by Stephen Sommers. He is known for his other films - The Mummy, Van Helsing and The Jungle Book. So, in Rise of Cobra we meet some of the coolest heroes who are part of a military unit called GI Joe (American Soldier Joe). As always, one fine day the world stands on the brink of disaster - a mega-powerful and very well-armed corporation appears, whose goal is to drag the whole world into one big butt war. And so our division, under such a strange (for me) name, begins to confront this sinister corporation.
To say that “Throw of Cobra” is a so-so film is hard to say. Everyone has different tastes , but I didn't particularly like it.
And now the cake! The Agusta, which I really like, is ridden by actress Rachel Nichols, who is named Scarlett in the film.
MV Agusta Brutale 910S
General information Year of manufacture: 2008 Segment according to MIC standard: Road, traditional Country of origin: Italy
Engine Battery (Ah): 9 Timing: DOHC Bore (mm/in): 76 / 2.99 Valves: 16 Valves per cylinder: 4 Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm): 70.8 / 96 Carburetor brand: Weber-Marelli Generator power W: 650 Power (hp/kW): 136 / 101.5 Maximum torque revolutions: 7900 Maximum power revolutions: 11000 Engine volume (cc/cubic inch): 909.1 / 55.5 Cooling: Liquid Starter: Electric Compression ratio: 131 Injection type: Direct injection Engine type: Horizontal, in-line Stroke (mm/in): 50.1 / 1.97 Number of strokes: 4 Number of cylinders: 4
Transmission Number of gears: 6 Final drive: Chain Gear ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6): 2.92 / 2.13 / 1.78 / 1.5 / 1.32 / 1.21 Final drive ratio: 2.87 Transmission type: Mechanical
Wheels and tires Rear tire (full specification): 190/50 ZR17 Front tire (full specification): 120/65 ZR17
Brake system Brake system brand: Nissin Rear brake diameter (in/mm): 8.3 / 210 Front brake diameter (in/mm): 12.2 / 310 Number of pistons in rear caliper: 4 Number of pistons in front caliper: 6 Type of rear brakes: Hydraulic , single disc Front brake type: Hydraulic, 2 disc
Suspension Rear suspension brand: Sachs Front suspension brand: Marzocchi Number of rear shock absorbers: 1 Rear suspension material: Aluminum Front suspension size (in/mm): 2 / 50 Rear suspension type: Swingarm, single-sided Front suspension type: Inverted fork Rear suspension travel ( in/mm): 4.7 / 120 Front suspension travel (in/mm): 5 / 126
Technical Specifications Length (in/mm): 79.6 / 2022.8 Caster (in/mm): 4 / 101.6 Ground clearance (in/mm): 5.3 / 134.6 Wheelbase (in/mm): 55.6 / 1412.2 Top speed (km/h) : 256.9 Maximum Engine RPM: 12000 Fuel Capacity (gal/L): 5 / 18.9 Reserve Fuel (gal/L): 1.1 / 4.2 Dry Weight (Lb/kg): 407.9 / 185 Specific Power (HP) : 0.33 Specific power kg/hp: 2.23 Width (in/mm): 29.9 / 759.5
The MV Agusta Brutale 910S was released in 2003. The 910S is an updated version of the MV Agusta Brutale, which appeared in 2001 and was greeted with delight by many fans of Italian nakeds (or nakeds, or nakeds - as you like). Well, the 910S differs from the older model in its engine - it has a capacity of 909 cubic meters, which adds 12 horses compared to the old one.
Agusta is equipped with a radial valve engine and a cassette-type gearbox. What’s remarkable is that the shafts can be removed without disassembling the entire power unit. The birdcage frame is made of chrome-molybdenum steel.
The front fork is Marzocchi Magnum, with adjustments for spring preload and hydraulic rebound resistance, and the rear suspension uses a fully adjustable Sachs monoshock absorber. To make it comfortable to ride, the factory kindly provided the ability to adjust the footrests. This beauty costs something like 700 thousand Russian rubles.
MV Agusta Brutale 910R
In addition to the 910S, in the same year (or maybe I’m wrong) a modification appeared with the letter R on the nameplate - 910R . It is equipped with a racing exhaust, a radial brake system, wear-resistant tires, a TiN front fork and other goodies. Of course, it was even more powerful (144 hp) and had a top speed of more than 260 km/h.
MV Agusta Brutale 989R
Progress does not stand still and in 2007 the 910S became the 989R . As you can see from the numbers, the streetfighter received a larger engine. Plus, to the delight of many motorcyclists, Agusta released the 1078 RR model with 147 horses and a top speed of 265 km/h.
Model - Brutale 989R 2008
Engine Engine type - four-cylinder, four valves per cylinder, four-stroke DOHC engine Number of cylinders - 4 Number of strokes - 4 Engine volume, cm3 - 982.3 Compression ratio - 12.2:1 Gas distribution system - DOHC Valves per cylinder - 4 Cooling system - Liquid Cooling with separated liquid and oil radiators Cylinder diameter and piston stroke, mm - 79.0 x 50.1 Power, kW/hp. @ rpm — 104 / 142 @ 10900 Torque, Nm @ rpm — 103.5 @ 8100 Carburetor (qty. x type) — Injector “Weber Marelli” 5SM ignition. sequential timed “Multipoint” electronic injection Clutch – Multi-disc, wet type
Transmission Type - Cassette type, constant mesh Main gear ratio - 50/79 1st gear - 13/38 109.8 Km/h @ 11650 2nd gear - 16/34 151.0 Km/h @ 11650 3rd gear - 18/ 32 180.5 Km/h @ 11650 4th gear - 20/30 213.9 Km/h @ 11650 5th gear - 22/29 243.4 Km/h @ 11650 6th gear - 19/23 265.0 Km/h @ 11650 Final gear ratio - 15×41 Number of gears - 19 (4 HP reserve)
Chassis Frame — CrMo Steel tubular trellis (TIG welded) Aluminum alloy Front suspension — Inverted telescopic fork, hydraulic Front suspension travel — 130 Rear suspension — Pendulum, progressive type. Progressive, single shock absorber with rebound and spring preload adjustment Rear suspension travel - 120 Front brakes - Two floating discs, 310mm in diameter. Four-piston radial caliper Rear brakes - 210mm steel disc, four-piston caliper
Dimensions and weight Wheelbase, mm - 1,410 Seat height, mm - 805 Ground clearance, mm - 135 Front wheels - Aluminum alloy 3.50" x 17" Rear wheels - Aluminum alloy 6.00" x 17" Length, mm - 2,020 Width, mm — 760 Front fork reach, mm — 101.5 Dry weight, kg — 185
Further more! In 2010, the world saw two Brutals at once - 990R and 1090R . Agusta updated everything - engine, suspension, wheels, lights, brake systems, and everything else. But the question arises - what is the difference between the 990R and 1090R? The answer is simple: the MV Agusta Brutale 1090R boasts a traction control system and the ability to select injection maps.
As some test drivers say, the Agusta 990R behaves on the road like a true sportsbike, only without plastic.
MV Agusta Brutale 1090R
I will not give the technical characteristics of the 990R, I will limit myself only to the 1090R. I hope no one minds?
Engine
Engine type - four-cylinder, 4 stroke, 16 valve Number of cylinders - 4 Number of strokes - 4 Ignition / Starting - ? / electric Engine volume, cm3 — 1078 Compression ratio — 13:1 Gas distribution system — DOHC Valves per cylinder — 4 Cooling system — Cooling with separated liquid and oil radiators Cylinder diameter and piston stroke, mm — 79×55 Power, kW/l. With. @ rpm - 106 / 144.2 @ 10600 (limited 73 / 100 @ 8000) Torque, Nm @ rpm - 115 @ 8000 (limited 93 @ 6600) Carburetor (qty. x type) - Magneti Marelli 5SM ignition - injection integrated system with Mikuni throttle body; induction discharge electronic ignition; sequential timed Multipoint electronic injection Clutch - multi-disc in oil bath
Dynamics and efficiency Maximum speed, km/h - 265 (245 limited) Fuel tank volume, l - 23
Transmission Type - Cassette type, constant mesh Main gear ratio - 50/79 1st gear - 13/38 2nd gear - 16/34 3rd gear - 18/32 4th gear - 20/30 5th gear - 22/29 6th gear - 19/23 Final gear ratio - 15/41 Number of gears - 6
Chassis Frame - CrMo Steel tubular trellis (TIG welded) - aluminum frame Front suspension - Inverted fork, telescopic type, hydraulic. Front suspension travel - 130 Rear suspension - Pendulum, progressive Rear suspension travel - 120 Front brakes - Two floating discs, 320mm, four-piston calipers Rear brakes - Disc, 210mm, four-piston caliper
Dimensions and weight Wheelbase, mm - 1438 Seat height, mm - 830 Ground clearance, mm - 150 Front wheels - Forged aluminum alloy 3.50 "x 17" Rear wheels - Forged aluminum alloy 6.00 "x 17" Length, mm - 2093 Width, mm — 760 Front fork reach, mm — 103.5 Dry weight, kg — 190
Since I started courting the Agusta 1090R, then of course I need to show how it drives
Well, that’s all. In our city (and I live in Ufa, the Republic of Bashkortostan, this is in Russia) it’s already past midnight, my leg hurts (I have a sprain :(( ) and in general I somehow want to sleep... But I still need watch the series... It's a pity there are no motorcycles in Supernatural. I would talk about them
PS I completely forgot! Here in this post there are tons and tons of photos of the MV Agusta Brutale 910S. But in this post there are photographs of the newest Brutal 1090R. Enjoy!
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
A considerable share of the credit for the refined handling should be given to the rubber. And, according to information from reliable sources, the choice of tires took place literally a few days before the test - and as a result, the 990 had Pirelli Diablo Rosso, and the 1090 had Dunlop Qualifier - apparently, opinions were divided... I still haven’t decided for myself, which is better. Both provide fantastic grip, warming up literally on the first lap around the track. (In parentheses, I note that the opinions of colleagues were divided almost in half, which confirms the “political” nature of the issue.) The most important thing is that both models ideally correspond to the capabilities of Brutale, which, in fact, is what is required of them.
CONTENT
- 1 History 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Evolution
- 2.1 First generation 2.1.1 Brutale 750 Oro
- 2.2.1 Brutale 990 R
- 2.3.1 Brutale 675
- 4.1 Video
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
The passenger seat can be hidden under the cover
The passenger seat can be hidden under the cover
None of the Japanese companies have yet created (and are unlikely to ever create) a naked with an inline “four” with such charisma and so much practical charm. MV Agusta Brutale is a unique motorcycle that you can’t ride without a satisfied smile on your face. Somewhat capricious - but good...
Specifications and Dimensions
The 2022 Brutale 800 RR is powered by a 798cc inline three-cylinder engine. cm, 4-stroke engine and 12 valves. This engine has a maximum power output of 140 horsepower and 87 Nm.
The bore is (3.1" x 2.1"), the compression ratio is 13:3:1, and the timing system is DOHC, which comes with a standard mechanical chain tensioner and DLC pushrod. The starter is electric, the cooling system separates liquid and oil radiators.
Engine power is transferred to the transmission, which is equipped with a hydraulically actuated multi-plate wet clutch and a reverse torque limiter. The gearbox is a six-speed cassette type with constant mesh. Main gear - 16/41.
The overall length of the 2022 MV Agusta 800 RR is 204.5 cm, overall width is 87.5 cm, wheelbase is 140 cm, seat height is 83 cm and ground clearance is 13.5 cm. The dry weight of this motorcycle is 175 kg. These are great sizes for a compact sports car that you can drive every day.
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
The new Brutale is a trendsetter in the advanced naked sector
WILL BRUTALE BECOME A BUELL?
Who can give more accurate information about the future of MV Agusta than the president of the company that owns it? Alan Cathcart spoke with Keith Vandell, president of Harley-Davidson, which purchased the legendary brand in August 2008.
Keith Wandell
Keith Vandell - current president of Harley-Davidson
Keith Vandell - current president of Harley-Davidson
— Mr. Vandell, why did Harley-Davidson buy MV Agusta?
— I was not yet working in the company at that time, since then there have been many organizational changes, that is, this decision was made by people who no longer work at HD. Therefore, everything I say is speculative information. I guess the company was thinking about how to enter the European “adrenaline sportbike” market, as I call this segment. If you look at Buell's promising developments, they belong to the Sport Touring and Sport Adventure segments, where HD is also not represented. These sectors are practically owned by BMW, so I think the idea behind the acquisition of the Italian brand was to expand our presence in Europe.
— What problems of MV Agusta do you intend to solve first?
— Now the key issue for MV Agusta is distribution; in most countries of the world it is very difficult to purchase a motorcycle of this brand. This doesn't mean that MVs or Buells should be placed in HD showrooms right now. We are talking about a showroom within a showroom or a separate dealer network. That is, the future of the brand directly depends on how quickly we manage to create a network for MV sales.
EXHAUST
This motorcycle had a tuned exhaust, I can’t tell you the company, because even the consultants in the store didn’t know what it was. They explained that this is some new player on the market and they are just taking a closer look at it. But it sounded very cool, especially considering that there is a three-cylinder engine, which certainly sounds much more interesting and, together with the shots that are obtained thanks to this exhaust, the motorcycle sounded simply impeccable.
The only thing I didn't like was the weather conditions in which we had to test this motorcycle. In Dubai that day the heat was forty degrees. The motorcycle was operating almost in the red overheating zone. And for me, as a driver, it was also, to put it mildly, not very good.
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— HD does not have off-road motorcycles in its lineup, but dealers have been asking for one for several years, especially in the USA. Cagiva (part of the MV Agusta group - editor's note) won world motocross championships in the 80s - could this be a platform for Harley-Davidson to enter the off-road motorcycle market?
— With the Cagiva brand, yes, we are working on it.
— It’s clear with the MV Agusta brand - it’s an exclusive, expensive brand with limited editions, like Ferrari, for example. It’s also clear with Cagiva SUVs, but are there any plans to develop Cagiva road models with V-twin as mass products, competing with BMW, Aprilia and others?
— Our entire production program is now being analyzed - Harley-Davidson, Buell, and MV Agusta. Since the company now has so many resources, the question is how to properly manage them. Therefore, I will be able to answer closer to the end of the year - now we are still analyzing the situation.
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Claudio Castiglioni, Jim Ziemer and Matt Levatich (from left to right) finalized the deal in August 2008
Claudio Castiglioni, Jim Ziemer and Matt Levatich (from left to right) sealed the deal in August 2008
— Is the company going to acquire any other “affected” motorcycle brands in the current economic situation?
- No, we have no such plans. We must wisely manage what we have already acquired.
— Since you are going to bring Buell closer to Harley-Davidson, is a connection between MV Agusta and Buell possible?
“Now we are looking at what can connect these two brands, what can glue them together.
MV AGUSTA Brutale 990R/1090RR
— Harley-Davidson is partly a sports brand, whose decades of success on flat tracks reinforce the brand's authority in the United States. Are there any plans to use the legendary racing history of MV Agusta to benefit the brand and return to the world “Superbike”?
— We have many other priority tasks. Yes, MV's racing history often attracts buyers, but we must first establish a proper dealer network. And when the economy comes out of the crisis, we want to be in a much better position than just success on the track.
MV Agusta Brutale 990R/1090RR: On the track or in the city?
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