News 22 May 2018

MV Agusta to release Brutale 800 RR America locally

Highly sought-after special edition to arrive in Australia from June.

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MV Agusta Australia has taken delivery of the new 2018 model Brutale 800 RR America, which succeeds in the tradition of an MV special edition that honours the past with leading-edge design.

The first bike to take the ‘America’ name was the S America 750 back in 1975, breaking all MV Agusta sales records globally and became an extremely sought-after collectable.

More than 25 years would go by before the America tag reappeared on an MV Agusta tank, which was the first Brutale. In 2012 the evocative power of America was back again in the form of a new special, a version again developed on the popular four-cylinder Brutale.

The latest Brutale 800 RR America, has instead been equipped with a three-cylinder in-line engine renowned for its performance, compactness and cutting-edge technology. The special version has been developed on the basis of the Brutale 800 RR platform, a model that has just undergone far-reaching renewal.

Starting with a complete redesign of the gearbox – now with even smoother, more precise meshing – the bike is brimming with technical upgrades. A new balance shaft and redesigned primary transmission, optimised shaping of the intake and exhaust cams plus new valves are just some of the many improvements on this bike.

Electronic engine control has also been upgraded with new algorithms and engine mappings. Traction control has been refined even further by honing strategies and calibration. Chassis development has also proceeded apace, as the engine is now attached to the frame, boosting the overall rigidity of the bike. Another new feature is the rear cush drive system.

It has plenty of distinctive features, starting with a metallic blue colour scheme that catches the light with shimmering iridescence. The tank sports a star-studded motif, just like the one on the 1973 750 S. Gloss black paintwork enhances many features, such as the front mudguard with MV Agusta logo and the radiator side panel.

Meticulous finishing is also evident on the seat, which features gilt stitching, specific materials for the rider and passenger zones and comfort-enhancing padding.

To highlight the exclusiveness of the Brutale 800 RR America, each bike features the ‘America Special Edition’ legend and a progressive production number, located on the instrument cluster fairing. This same production number is also on the certificate of authenticity delivered to each new owner.

The special edition Brutale 800 RR America will be available from June 2018. Pre-orders can be arranged through your local MV Agusta dealership or by contacting MV Agusta directly through the www.mvagusta.com.au website

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