Riding high on healthy financials, owing to the success of the Turismo Veloce and Dragster RR, which pushed the earnings up drastically for the company, MV Agusta showcased its 2016 models, along with some special editions at the 2015 EICMA.
2016 Brutale 800
Leading the list of refreshed models is the 2016 Brutale 800, which also has the distinction of being the first model to carry the new MV Agusta logo. In its new version, the MV Agusta is calling the 800 the “most beautiful Brutale ever”. A highly successful model accounting for over 25% of MV’s production, the new Brutale 800 is thoroughly refreshed for MY 2016.
The motorcycle gets a full LED headlight with accentuated elliptical circumference. The three-pipe exhaust is now bigger, extended more towards the rear and makes the bike more efficient apparently. MV Agusta has used lightweight components for the new version, such such as the headlight support and the ingenious saddle frame, enhancing the overall design of the Brutale 800.
The engine is also overhauled. It is Euro 4 compliant with a power output of 116 hp at 11,500 rpm while the torque has risen by 25% and now offers 83 Nm at 7,600 rpm. One of its unique features is a counter-rotating crankshaft and the new Brutale 800 is the only bike in its category with electronic EAS 2.0 up & down gear shift. The slipper clutch is now hydraulically operated while engine management is taken care of by the MVICS system which includes multi-map Full Ride by Wire with integrated traction control with 8 settings.
Lewis Hamilton Dragster LH44
For Lewis Hamilton fanboys, there is the Dragster RR LH44. The exclusive machine inspired by F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton’s passion for MV Agusta, has seen the F1 driver collaborate with MV to create the signature styling for the machine. Over fifty design details make the LH44 stand out from the standard Dragster RR. Most of these changes are finished in Ergal and carbon fibre with a 3K opaque finish.
In terms of graphics, the LH44 was inspired by the graphics on the three-time world champion’s helmet and features a white colour scheme and the panther logo, which is also sewn into the quilt-finish Alcantara saddle. Needless to say, Lewis’s number 44 features on the exhaust manifolds and autographed screen. Production will be limited to 244 bikes.
2016 Rivale / F3 / Turismo Veloce / Stradale
The rest of the MV range powered by the three-cylinder platform now gets a black engine finish, to help identify the 2016 versions of the F3, Turismo Veloce, Stradale, Dragster and Rivale over the previous year versions. The Rivale now has a larger fuel tank, its capacity having been increased from 12.9 to 16 litres. The Dragster and Rivale also get new graphics and new colour schemes. All the 2016 models will be available by December while first deliveries of the Brutale 800 will start in January 2016.
The F3 AMG Concept-Bike also made an appearance at EICMA. This bike was created in partnership with AMG and inspired by the Mercedes-AMG GT.
Here’s the official video of the new MV Agusta Brutale 800, followed by an image gallery of all 2016 models – enjoy!
