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.

MV Agusta F4 RR (2012) Front Side 1

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.

MV Agusta F4 RR (2012) Front Side 2MV Agusta F4 RR (2012) Side 1
MV Agusta F4 RR (2012) Side 2MV Agusta F4 RR (2012) Front Side 3

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)

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