MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster revealed

MV Agusta has launched a more extreme version of its Brutale 800. Called the Dragster, it’s distinguished by a single seat and hardly any rear bodywork.

The newcomer is built around a tubular steel frame with aluminium reinforcing plates. Power is provided by the same 798 cc three-cylinder engine that’s used in the regular Brutale 800, so the key figures are 123 bhp (92 kW / 125 PS) with 81 Nm (59 lb/ft) of peak torque. Those outputs are combined with eight-level traction control and a 167 kg (368 lbs) dry weight.

MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster (2014) Front Side 1

A fully-adjustable Marzocchi upside-down front fork and Sachs rear damper comprise the suspension set-up, while the Brembo brakes feature a Bosch anti-lock system as standard.

Offered in a choice of matt metallic grey or white colour schemes, the Brutale 800 Dragster costs €13,490 in the Eurozone. For the UK its expected price is £10,999 (excluding on the road charges), an amount that would make the Dragster £1,200 more expensive than a normal ABS-equipped Brutale 800.

MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster (2014) Rear Side 1MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster (2014) Dashboard

MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster (2014) Front Side 2MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster (2014) Rear Side 2

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