MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800

Apparently, former subsidiary of Malaysian car maker - Proton, MV Agusta is growing aggressively in the two wheels industry. Despite of several negative perceptions regarding the Italian native motorcycle manufacturer revival, Claudio Castiglioni’s investment shows a significance impact.

Recently, MV (Meccanica Verghera) introduced the all-new Turismo Veloce 800 and the luxury hi-spec Veloce Lusso at EICMA. MV has reinterpreted the tourer concept in the name of exclusivity, agility, ease of riding and performance. Unlike all of the heavier and oversized models offered by the competition, MV Agusta has chosen to utilize a compact and powerful 800cc engine.

In the long list of features Veloce 800, the essential feature being offered is the ABS system, four engine control maps, traction control systems, Ride- by-Wire ( RBW ) and quickshifter .

This new bike is handled by the 798cc three-cylinder DOHC engine whereby could able to produce 125 horsepower at 11,600 rpm and the maximum torque of 84 Nm at 8,600 rpm. They claim the bike is capable to reach maximum speed up to 240 kilometers per hour.

Veloce designed for medium to long range touring with three preset mapping options - Touring which limits power output to 100 hp, Sport mode increases power to the maximum output of 125 hp, and the Rain option is for riding safely combined with maximum level of Traction Control.

The fourth option, Custom, is also available whereby the rider individually selects various parameters to create the best possible set-up for the riders personal desires. Rider could customize engine torque curve in-line with power output (two levels), rev limiter cut in point (Hard or Soft), throttle sensitivity (three levels), engine braking (two levels), engine response (two levels) and, naturally, traction control (eight levels).

Turismo Veloce Lusso gets extra of accessories and technical solutions which include the innovative MVCSC system (MV Agusta Chassis Stability Control), 60 liters panniers and the new generation MVICS 2.0 (Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System),

Suspension system receives fork in the front, and Sachs rear shock absorbers with electronic systems which will provide the maximum level of comfort and more dynamic handling performance. The standard equipment also includes an immobilizer, heated handle grips, Bluetooth connection and integrated GPS.

So far, this model is still uncertain whether it will be brought to Malaysia or vice verse. According to MV Agusta representative in Malaysia, it can be only determined in the first quarter of 2014, and is likely to be announced after the official launch Rivale 800. Regarding the price, MV Agusta has not set a price for this model.