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We’ve just had a press release from MV Agusta’s CEO, sharing his thoughts with us on the growing concern between Ukraine and Russia, his homeland – and to say the man is heartbroken at his country’s pain would be putting things lightly. We don’t want to reword too much, so this will be a quote-heavy …

From the moment humans figured out how to derive power from gasoline and build machines to move us about, we had one question: how fast is it? Going fast, being fast, finding ways to get faster, this is how we measure superiority. For me when it comes to motorcycles, I divide fast into quickest A …

I think of all the new launches to come out of EICMA 2021, MV Augusta surprised me the most. In reality, I suppose it shouldn’t have, they want to play in a segment of motorcycles that is hugely popular. What am I talking about? MV Augusta welcomes a pair of Adventure Motorcycles as part of …

At EICMA 2021, MV Agusta unveiled two motorcycles that were unlike anything we’ve seen from the manufacturer in the recent past. The Lucky Explorer 5.5 And 9.5 paid homage to the brand’s history in the Dakar and represented a new direction for the Italian marquee.   During the week motorcycle show, the CEO of the firm, …

This year’s EICMA saw the Italian Motorcycling Federation (IMF)’s central display area taken by none other than Magni – a brand dedicated to building special bikes and “a supplier of special parts for the restoration of MV Agusta classic motorcycles,” according to Wikipedia. This year, IMF’s spotlight was taken by the most recent brainchild to …

MV Agusta has just snatched the ‘Most Beautiful Bike’ contest at 2021 EICMA, held by Italian media outlet “Motociclismo”.  “Attendees and readers vote on the contestants throughout the four-day show, with organizers tallying the totals,” commented a report from RideApart. “This year, MV Agusta’s special-edition Superveloce Ago took home top prize, leading a pack of …

Hang on to your Tilly hats; MV Agusta’s just dropped a couple of new adventure-tourers – and one of them is their teeniest bopper yet.  Well, not that teeny…  The ‘bopper’ in question is Agusta’s own Lucky Explorer 5.5 – a punchy adventure-tourer sporting 554cc from its DOHC parallel-Twin engine, inspired by the Italian Cagiva Elefant, …

Early Prototype Spy Shots Confirmed by Agusta, Including Potential to Resurrect Lucky Explorer Logo MV Agusta is dipping their toes back into the adventure bike category – and we’re going to see the fruits of their labor in the form of two new machines, set to debut at this year’s EICMA.  The report from Motorcycle.com …

MV Agusta has just released a very pretty Special Edition Superveloce Ago to the masses in commemoration of the outstanding legacy of ex-factory racer Giacomo Agostini – and it’s a retro sports bike reminiscent of Agusta’s previous homages to the man (the Italian manufacturer’s F4 Ago and F3 Ago).  With Agostini having snatched 15 world …

Meet Raceward Studios. They’re Italian, they’re curators of state-of-the-art virtual racing games, and they’re about to welcome home their newest brainchild: RiMS Racing. If you’ve ever played Grand Theft Auto or iRacer, you’ll know what I’m talking about when I say that the huge list of options available to customize and pimp out a virtual …

Many motorcycle manufactures have been jumping on the EV bandwagon recently, and now MV Agusta has said they plan on doing the same. According to a release from MCN, MV Agusta CEO Timur Sardarov is set to begin research for an electric MV model next year and ultimately planning an electric release for 2027. This …

The Story of the Italian Exotic Polizia Milan, Italy is a pretty ‘Italian’ place. Especially taking into account that the city council just obtained a small fleet of MV Agusta Turismo Veloces to add to the ranks. That means if you get pulled over doing 10 over the speed limit, there’s a chance that you …

Long Name, Longer Miles No OEM motorcycle lineup is complete without a motorcycle geared towards long-distance touring. MV Agusta has the Turismo Veloce range of bikes to fill this void, and the 2021 edition comes particularly jam-packed with updates and features. At first glance, the 2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce comes off as a beautiful …

The London Dragster How do you make an already expensive motorcycle even more expensive? MV Agusta knows the answer to this question better than anyone; they have a knack for making super-rare editions of their standard motorcycles for the world to view in amazement. The Italian motorcycle manufacturer just opened its store in London dubbed …

Wire-Spoked Superveloce? I’m in. Euro 5 regulations haven’t hampered MV Agusta’s 2021 Superveloce, in fact, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer has taken the opportunity to bring some notable updates to the Superveloce line, including a new S version that has never been seen before. Both the engine and chassis for the 2021 Superveolce have seen some …

The 2021 MV Agusta Superveloce 800 Alpine: The Latest Special Edition Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 MV Agusta Superveloce 800 Alpine is an extremely limited edition motorcycle that celebrates the return of a classic French racing company to the modern roadway. Much like how much of the Italian manufacturer’s history …

The 2021 MV Agusta Superveloce 800: Cafe Racing Has Never Looked So Good Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 Superveloce 800 is a look back to the 1970’s for MV Agusta. During that time in the company’s history, it was producing bikes that were often modified from their street versions into …

The 2021 MV Agusta F3 800 RC: The Ultimate (Limited Edition) Expression Of Supersport Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 MV Agusta F3 800 RC is a special beast. It takes the 2021 F3 800, itself an incredible bike, and turns every knob, dial, and switch up to 11. And to …

The 2021 MV Agusta F3 800: Moto2 Technology, Street Legal Supersport Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 F3 800, much like its little brother the F3 675, is where the pure heart of modern MV Agusta lives. The company, after all, is dedicated to the purest interpretation of the Italian desire …

2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 RC SCS: The Pinnacle Of Mid-Displacement Touring Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links If you’re looking to get onto a mid-displacement MV Agusta motorcycle but the Dragster and Brutale model lineups don’t provide enough comfort for long distance riding, the Turismo Veloce should be right up your …

The 2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Rosso: The Ultimate Urban Sports Tourer Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Rosso is the entry level into the company’s sports touring range. Designed with Italian streets in mind, the bike is both lightweight and extremely agile, to help …

The 2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS: The Highest Tech Sport Tourer From Italy Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS is a sub-model of the Tursimo Veloce 800 Lusso. As with the entire Turismo Veloce 800 line, it is powered by the …

2The 2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso: Sport Touring Between Cities In Style Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso is the big brother of the Turismo Veloce 800 Rosso, the company’s entry level city tourer. It is powered by the same 798cc inline-three, with …

2021 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR SCS: The Streetfighter (SCS) Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The MV Agusta Brutale line of motorcycles are considered naked motorcycles, but the Dragster takes a different approach with more of a streetfighter form factor and styling. The motorcycle is highly exotic looking and brings some stylistic …

2021 MV Agusta Dragster 800 Rosso: A Dragster’s Introduction Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 Dragster Rosso is the first step when getting into the Dragster family and is priced as such. It comes in at a lower cost when compared to its RR brother – meaning that it’s a great …

2021 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR: The Streetfighter Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links If the Brutale lineup of motorcycles closely resembles what we have come to perceive to be a “naked motorcycle”, then the Dragster toes the line closer to “streetfighter” when you boil it all down. The 2021 Dragster RR is …

2021 MV Agusta Brutale 1000 RR: Italy’s Finest Naked Superbike Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The Brutale 1000 is the highest step possible on the proverbial ‘Brutale Ladder’. Its younger brothers emulate its extremely elegant yet brutish nature with the inclusion of a smaller inline-three engine. MV Agusta has made it very …

2021 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR SCS: Quick Shifting Excellence Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 model year’s MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR SCS is identical to the RR version in almost every way, except this model comes equipped with MV Agusta’s highly developed SCS “Smart Clutch” 2.0 system that will …

2021 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Rosso: Exotic On a Budget Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Rosso is the first step when easing your way into the Brutale section of MV Agusta’s 2021 lineup of bikes. It’s the base model of the 800 series, and if you’re …

2021 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR: The Gold Standard Of Italian Mid-Size Styling Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 model year MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR is a step up from the “Rosso” version and brings you the full Italian motorcycle experience through this flagship naked mid-size. Unlike its de-tuned Rosso …

The 2021 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RC SCS: Limited Edition Naked Muscle Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RC SCS is one of those special bikes that comes around once a model generation. Offered in a limited edition by the Italian manufacturer, the RC stands for “Reparto …

Luxury Italian manufacturer MV Agusta has no shortage of exciting models coming out in 2021. The Varese-based brand has been working hard over the last few years, delivering attention-grabbing concepts and turning them into full-blow production models or limited-edition specials. Mid-2020 saw the release of the eye-wateringly expensive limited-edition Rush 1000, and with 2021 marking …

Pay Homage To the Greats Many individuals like myself prefer the styling of things old and historic; Arturo Magni was in the same boat. Once an integral part of the MV Agusta racing brand, the Magni Brand has blasted thelselves back to the 50s and 70s with the creation of this amazing one-of-a-kind custom motorcycle. …

110 Units  in 24 Hours We covered the unveiling of MV Agusta’s special collaborative project with automotive manufacturer Alpine earlier last week, and the release date has since come and passed. The new MV Agusta Special Edition Alpine Superveloce was limited to just 110 bikes, and in typical MV Agusta fashion all bikes sold out …

Collaborations Don’t Come Cheap I covered the official teaser for this collaboration project released by the MV Agusta brand earlier this month, and I’m pleased to inform you that the limited edition MV Agusta Superveloce Alpine is no longer just a dream and will be available for purchase very soon. Alpine and MV Agusta have …

$30,000 USD – One of 75 MV Agusta has a new special edition of the Superveloce coming down the pipes, and unfortunately for many, only 75 are being produced. There’s a lot of 75’s involved with this whole release – just like the movie 21 with Jim Carrey – if you’ve ever seen that. 75. …

Plenty More Coming from MV Agusta The CEO of MV Agusta, Timur Sardarov, got a little loose-lipped with Bike Social recently in an interview and chatted quite a bit about the future for the company.  Sardarov said the pandemic disrupted production of the company’s motorcycles and it’s still fighting to gain back the ground but …

Adding the Smart Clutch System to More Bikes The MV Agusta Brutale and Dragster 800 Models are the latest in the MV Agusta lineup to get the new Smart Clutch System (SCS) that was co-developed with both MV Agusta and Rekluse, according to Motorcycle.com. The clutch previously showed up on the Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso …

A New Distributor Could Mean a New Era for MV Agusta In the past, MV Agusta has used the distribution partner Kinetic to get its bikes distributed in India. Recently, there have been rumors that the companies would break ties. In a new video, the CEO of MV Agusta Timur Sardarov confirmed these rumors while answering …

A New Design Lead for MV Agusta I would argue that MV Agusta makes some of the most beautiful motorcycles on sale today. That is due in large part to Adrian Morton, the British designer that held the Design Director role at the company for the last 20 years, according to Omnimoto. He was a …