MV Agusta F3 Serie Oro

MV Agusta has revealed that its new 675 cc, three-cylinder F3 will cost €11,990 in Italy. That’s around £10,500 or US$17,000 at current exchange rates.



Sales are due to begin before the end of 2012 but, in keeping with a now established MV Agusta custom, production of the standard spec bike is going to be preceded by a Serie Oro (Gold Series) version.



Just 200 examples of the Serie Oro will be built and, although a price has yet to be revealed, rumours suggest it could be double that of the stock F3.

As would be expected, the Serie Oro model has plenty of unique features that go some way to justifying the extra outlay.



Technical improvements include a Brembo brake system with radial-mounted Monobloc calipers and racing discs. The suspension is upgraded to fully adjustable Öhlins upside-down forks and a TTX shock, plus a steering damper is fitted. To help those new components perform to their full potential, the frame is TIG welded for increased stiffness.

However, the Serie Oro treatment also focuses on enhancing the bike’s visual appeal. It comes in MV Agusta’s signature red and silver paintjob, which contrasts nicely with the gold-coloured frame, swing arm, wheels and frame plates.



There’s also lots of carbon fibre, with the mud guards, fairing lowers and exhaust outlets among the components that have been made out of the stuff. The effect is completed by the leather and alcantara seat, and a gold plaque that records the build number.



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2012 MV Agusta F4 RR

2012 MV Agusta F4 RR

MV Agusta has taken the wraps off its 2012 F4 RR, which comes with an all-new short-stroke 998 cc engine producing a claimed 198 bhp (147 kW / 201 PS).



That makes it the most powerful superbike in the world, eclipsing rivals such as the 167 bhp (125 kW / 170 PS) Ducati 1198 SP, 177 bhp (132 kW / 180 PS) Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC and the 190 bhp (142 kW / 193 PS) BMW S 1000 RR.

The F4 RR’s new motor revs up to 13,700 rpm, thanks to an increase in piston diameter from 76 mm to 79 mm and a decrease in stroke from 55 mm to 50.9 mm. The completely redesigned cylinder head features larger diameter intake and exhaust valves, and they're made of titanium - the first time that material has been used for a series production MV Agusta. Completing the package is a bespoke 4-2-1-4 exhaust and a tweaked engine management system.

UK pricing for the 2012 MV Agusta F4 RR has been set at £17,999 on the road. Sales are due to commence in June, with a choice of pastel red / white or matt pearl white colour schemes.



The new arrival joins the existing £14,499 F4 1000, which remains in the range.

2012 MV Agusta F4 RR Technical Specification
Engine
Type	Four cylinder, 4 stroke, 16 valve
Timing system	DOHC, radial valves
Displacement	998 cc (60.9 cu. in.)
Compression ratio	13.4:1
Bore x stroke	79 mm x 50.9 mm (3.1 in. x 2.0 in.)
Max power at crank, full power version	197 bhp (147 kW / 200 PS) at 13,400 rpm (limit 13,700 rpm)
Max power at crank, restricted power version	98 bhp (73 kW / 100 PS) at 9,200 rpm (limit 10,800 rpm)
Max torque, full power version	114 Nm (84 lb/ft) at 9,200 rpm
Max torque, restricted power version	89 Nm (65 lb/ft) at 5,800 rpm
Engine management system	Magneti Marelli IAW 7BM ignition - injection integrated system with Mikuni throttle body; induction discharge electronic ignition
Fuelling	Sequential timed ‘Multipoint’ electronic injection; variable height intake ducts with Torque Shift System (TSS)
Transmission
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate with mechanical anti-surging device and Brembo radial master cylinder
Gearbox	Cassette type, six-speed, constant mesh
Max in-gear speeds, full power version	First 134.1 km/h (83.3 mph); second 171.8 km/h (106.7 mph); third 205.8 km/h (127.8 mph); fourth 236.3 km/h (146.7 mph); fifth 268.9 km/h (167.0 mph); sixth 297.6 km/h (184.8 mph)
Max speed, restricted power version	249.0 km/h (154.6 mph)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	1,430 mm (56.27 in.)
Overall length	2,100 mm (82.63 in.)
Overall width	750 mm (29.51 in.)
Seat height	830 mm (32.66 in.)
Minimum ground clearance	115 mm (4.52 in.)
Trail	100.4 mm (3.93 in.)
Dry weight	192 Kg (423 lbs)
Fuel tank capacity	17 litres (3.73 imperial gallons / 4.49 US gallons)
Chassis
Frame	CrMoSteel tubular trellis (TIG welded)
Rear swing arm pivot plates	Aluminium alloy with adjustable swingarm pivot height
Front suspension	Upside-down Öhlins telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload external and separate adjustment; travel 120 mm (4.72 in.)
Rear suspension	Öhlins TTX Progressive, single shock absorber with rebound and compression damping and spring preload adjustment; single-sided aluminium alloy swing arm; wheel travel 120 mm (4.72 in.)
Front brake	Double floating disc with Ø 320 mm (Ø 12.6 in.) diameter; steel braking band and aluminium flange; Brembo radial master cylinder; 4 piston radial caliper
Rear brake	Single steel disc with Ø 210 mm (Ø 8.27 in.) diameter; 4 piston caliper
Wheels	Forged aluminium alloy; front 3.50” x 17” / rear 6.00” x 17”
Tyres	Front 120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W) / Rear 190/55 - ZR 17 M/C (75 W)

MV Agusta sold

Back in 2008, Harley-Davidson spent around £65 million buying MV Agusta from the Castiglioni family. But now it’s selling it… back to the Castiglionis.

The disposal of the Italian firm is part of Harley-Davidson’s strategy to concentrate purely on its core brand, something the now defunct Buell fell victim to last year.



Keith Wandell, Harley-Davidson President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Our decision to divest MV Agusta reflects our strategy to focus our efforts and our investment on the Harley-Davidson brand, as we believe this provides an optimal path to long-term growth." However, he didn’t disclose what the sales proceeds were.



It’s not as if the Castiglionis will have to re-familiarise themselves with the business. Claudio Castiglioni - who along with Giovanni Castiglioni and Massimo Bordi will be running MV Agusta - remained as the company’s chairman throughout the short period of Harley-Davidson ownership.



MV Agusta also owns the Cagiva brand.