On the 80th anniversary of the birth of its first engine, MV Agusta relaunches a icon after last month's exclusive Brutale 1000 RR Assen: the new MV Agusta Superveloce 98 Limited Edition. A rare example, with a circulation of only 300 pieces, made with the distinctive Rosso Verghera colour. And for those wondering the origin of this shade, it pays homage to the burgundy of theoriginal MV 98 from 1943.
Let's rewind the tape of history. In the '40s, Italy was devastated by war. Public transport was practically absent and getting around was an arduous task. This is where comes into the pictureDomenico Agusta.
HOMAGE TO THE MV 98
Inheriting the family business – the Officine Aeronautiche Giovanni Agusta – from his late father Giovanni, he saw motorcycling as a solution to mobility obstacles weather. And in 1943, MV Agusta presented its first 98cc single-cylinder engine, a jewel of compactness and lightness. But, the turbulent history of the time put a brake on production, at least for a short period.
The elegant MV 98 made its post-war appearance and many wondered why it was there. of that burgundy so particular. A tribute to Giovanni Agusta's aristocratic roots? Or simply a personal taste? Whatever the reason, that burgundy gave an unmistakable elegance to the motorbike.
VERGHERA RED, A TRULY EXCLUSIVE COLOR
Today, the Italian brand celebrates that historical period with the exclusive Superveloce 98 Limited Edition. And Rosso Verghera is not a simple color. &` a quality product superlative, born from experiments at the CRC and produced exclusively for MV Agusta. This shade, the result of artisanal and sophisticated processes, is a tribute to the tenacity and ingenuity that have marked the history of the Italian manufacturer.
MV Agusta has never forgotten its roots. And the MV Agusta Superveloce 98 Limited Editionit is proof. Not only in the color but also in the details: the 98 Limited Edition logo stands out on the tail, next to the Italian tricolour. A clear indication of its authentic Made in Italy origin. Each motorbike leaves the Schiranna workshops (Varese) and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
IT HAS A THREE CYLINDER WITH 147 HP
But the Superveloce is not just aesthetics. &` a concentration of power and technology. Its 798cc three-cylinder engine delivers 147 HP of power. Lightweight, with a dry weight of only 173 kg, it can reach 165 kg with the racing kit.
And it doesn't end there. Optimized brakes, improved Ride by Wire, 5.5-inch TFT instrument panel and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Corsa tires are just some of the features that make it a real jewel.
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