Mv Agusta
MV Agusta F4 ABS/F4 RR ABS
One of the preeminent makers of exotic bikes, Italy’s MV Agusta has taken its flagship F4 superbike to a new level of technical sophistication. Since last year, the 195-hp inline-4 has featured Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System (MVICS), an advanced ride-by-wire electronics package. An electronically assisted shifter with an auto-blip function allows clutch-less downshifting. Also available: The up-rated F4 RR version boasts 201 hp, an electronically adjustable Öhlins NIX fork and TTX 36 shock, Brembo M50 calipers, and a lighter frame with an adjustable steering head and swingarm pivot.
$19,498/$26,998
MV Agusta Brutale 1090 ABS/RR/Corsa
The Brutale naked bikes have always been long on style and loaded with performance while providing just enough practicality and comfort from their upright ergonomics to make them the “rational” choice in the Italian bike-maker’s line. Still, at the price, it might be best to leave your accountant out of the room when you make the decision! Over the years, the displacement has grown, and the addition of eight-level traction control and ABS has improved rideability. Also available: The logo RRABS and 1090 RR Corsa ABS are sportier models with better suspension, nicer finishes, and different wheels.
$15,998/$18,998/$22,498
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MV Agusta F3 800/F3 675
Extremely agile handling defines MV’s super middleweight three-cylinder supersport. Also, added low and midrange torque, together with class-leading top-end power, gives the F3 800 a knockout blow that leaves its peers gasping. Advanced ride-by-wire electronics takes full advantage of MVICS (Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System) with its multiple power maps, traction control, and EAS (Electronically Assisted Shift). Also available: The F3 675 is the same basic bike with a shortened stroke. ABS versions of both F3 displacements are available.
$15,798/$14,498
MV Agusta Brutale 800/675/Dragster
The Brutale 800 is powered by an engine based on the F3 supersport’s, featuring the same advanced ride-by-wire electronics with multiple power maps, traction control, and electronic assisted shift as standard equipment. While the nimble chassis replicates the F3, the absence of bodywork notably reduces the bike’s claimed dry weight. Also available: Besides the 675, a smaller-displacement Brutale, MV Agusta is selling the Dragster 800, a new Brutale with wild, drag-inspired looks and a huge 250/5017 rear tire.
$12,498 to $14,798
MV Agusta Rivale/ABS
MV Agusta continues to expand its range of model offerings, the latest example being the supermoto-inspired Rivale, which represents the small Italian firm’s latest foray into another sporting niche. The distinction between the Rivale and your typical naked is dirt bike ergonomics and increased suspension travel. While the bike is ideally suited for tackling the roughest back-road tarmac, the urban beat is also perfect for this torque-tuned triple. Also available: The MV Agusta Rivale EAS ABS model adds antilock brakes for an extra $800.
$14,998/$15,798
Norton Commando 961 Sport/Café Racer/SF
Brit-bike fans have been hoping to see reborn Nortons on American roads since new bikes were promised for the 2011 model year. Now, though, the company tells us the 961 Commando is being delivered early in 2014. Overseas road tests have been positive, building anticipation for these canted-forward, air-cooled, counterbalanced parallel twins. Fuel injection, sportoriented sizes, Brembo brakes, and fully adjustable Öhlins suspension ensure modern performance. Dual-seat versions add $1,000. Also available: The Café Racer has clip-on bars and a fly screen. The SF has black wheels and some carbon-fiber accessories.
$17,995 to $21,995
