Mv agusta dragster 800 rr review

This is the complete review. There are two things most every motorcycle enthusiast realizes when it comes to MV Augusta motorcycles. They are exotically designed and beautiful, and they are also quite expensive. When we tested the MV Augusta Brutale a predecessor to the model under test herewe came away very impressed.

Bought a brand new highly leftover for a steal last friday. Unfortunately due to rain and side effects of 2nd vaccine shot, didn't get to ride it again until today the next friday. Put on a good number of miles. I guess I should stick to comparing the bike to the MT But I may still compare it to the bikes I've previously owned or ridden which include:.

Mv agusta dragster 800 rr review

Some memories are indelible. Etched clearly in my mind is a moment that happened 25 years ago when I went to the Guggenheim Museum in New York City for the Art of the Motorcycle exhibit. As I walked through the lobby and approached the exhibit, front and center on a mirrored pedestal was an MV Agusta F4, a stunning red and silver machine designed by Massimo Tamburini. A decade later I joined the staff at Rider , and over the years that followed, I never got a chance to ride an MV Agusta. The brand always seemed to be on shaky ground, with ownership changing hands several times. The bikes were exotic and produced in small numbers, so opportunities to test them were few and far between. Each bike comes with a Special Parts Kit that includes a transparent clutch cover, a dedicated motorcycle cover, and a certificate of authenticity. Just hold in the clutch lever when starting the bike, and then ignore it the rest of the ride. At a stop, pull in the clutch lever, pin the throttle, and wait for the light to turn green. Works like a charm too. Lining up next to Rennie Scaysbrook, the road test editor at Cycle News who holds the motorcycle record at Pikes Peak and is way faster than me, the SCS launch mode let me get the drop on him a couple of times. For trackdays or personal preference, the SCS function can also be disabled. It churns out a claimed hp at 12, rpm and Motorcyclists are a greedy lot, and we always want more power.

For an it pulls really well.

The Dragster RR cannibalizes the Brutale pretty heavily for its skin and bones. Its three-cylinder motor that produces a claimed horsepower and 64 lb-ft of torque is present, as is the tubular steel chassis, trademark MV Agusta single-sided swingarm, 43mm Marzocchi fully adjustable front suspension and Sachs monoshock, and the same Brembo four-piston brakes mated to a Nissin master cylinder. So, what is different? The Dragster rolls on gorgeous cast aluminum spoked wheels, with the spokes only attached to the right side of the wheel. The big difference, however, is in the ride position. The Dragster utilizes a more cupped seat with a longer, flatter bottom section, which, depending on how you like your ride, is either good or bad. Now, compare this to the Brutale RR that costs nearly twice this much or the Brutale RR, for that matter , which has fixed passenger footpegs that crowd the muffler and look decidedly cheap.

The Dragster RR cannibalizes the Brutale pretty heavily for its skin and bones. Its three-cylinder motor that produces a claimed horsepower and 64 lb-ft of torque is present, as is the tubular steel chassis, trademark MV Agusta single-sided swingarm, 43mm Marzocchi fully adjustable front suspension and Sachs monoshock, and the same Brembo four-piston brakes mated to a Nissin master cylinder. So, what is different? The Dragster rolls on gorgeous cast aluminum spoked wheels, with the spokes only attached to the right side of the wheel. The big difference, however, is in the ride position. The Dragster utilizes a more cupped seat with a longer, flatter bottom section, which, depending on how you like your ride, is either good or bad. Now, compare this to the Brutale RR that costs nearly twice this much or the Brutale RR, for that matter , which has fixed passenger footpegs that crowd the muffler and look decidedly cheap. Sometimes, even MV gets their design cues wrong.

Mv agusta dragster 800 rr review

MV Agusta are all about evolution over revolution. For the the Dragster RR looks as bonkers as ever, but it gets a bundle of small mechanical and electronic refinements that significantly improve the way it rides, without taking away any of its old fire-breathing aggression, which is quite a trick. Still the last word in naked decadence, its unique looks and aggressive sound are like nothing else and it has the poise and acceleration of a superbike. The bike is a standard MV Agusta Dragster RR and comes complete in two striking colour combinations; yellow and black, and blue and white.

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MV has outstanding, and even unique, features that have been engineered and tested to perform quite well in the real world. Dirck Edge says:. The big difference, however, is in the ride position. Which also means you will be riding on lower gears on the city streets. Suspension stiff while breaking in. Perhaps some changes were made to the fuel map and the default suspension settings in the year since my bike was built. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. As much as I loved the z as what I considered my favorite bike, it was somewhat smooth and fun albeit lacking character. I got a good discount for cash but the service and friendliness of all the staff from sales to workshop is outstanding. I noticed the dim warning lights, as well. Good braking power and feel come courtesy of Brembo M4. Engine 5 out of 5 A real dream. Value vs rivals 3 out of 5 Servicing is mile initial then miles and mile major. I have had guys ride one of my Rekluse bikes and not know that it was so equipped.

With a claimed hp issuing from the cc triple and only pounds claimed dry weight the compact, lightweight machine can carve around any apex with elegance and teeth-baring power.

Cons: Insane vibration, it is horrible. I have a local dealer that has carried the marque for some time now. The screen could be bigger but I can live with that. Strongly recommend that you obtain a professional suspension set up, which will improve the standard ride Front brake is excellent. The big difference, however, is in the ride position. Composite tubular steel trellis and cast aluminium side plates. At my first annual service I asked if a EMU update was available to fix this, but the answer was no. Create an account or sign in to comment You need to be a member in order to leave a comment Create an account Sign up for a new account in our community. It's light, very agile and extremely responsive. Made-in-Italy components include a Marzocchi fork, Brembo brakes, and Pirelli tires.