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MV Agusta Brutale 800



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MV Agusta has discontinued the Brutale 800 and the bike is out of production.

Brutale 800 Key Highlights

Engine Capacity798 cc
Transmission6 Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity16.5 litres
Seat Height830 mm
Max Power107 bhp
Top Speed237 Kmph

MV Agusta Brutale 800 Summary

MV Agusta’s replacement for the Brutale 675 came in the form of the Brutale 800 in 2016.

Powering the Brutale is a 798cc in-line three-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed gearbox with an output of 108bhp at 11,500rpm and 83Nm of torque at 7,600rpm. The bike gets eight level traction control, three-way switchable ABS, two-way quickshifter and a hydraulic slipper clutch. Adding up on tech, MV Agusta’s streetfighter also gets four riding modes Rain, Normal, Sport and Custom. Brembo takes up braking responsibilities both at the front and rear with 320mm and 220mm discs respectively.

The Brutale 800’s uniquely designed seat, LED daytime running lights and the triple exhausts pipes which expose the single sided swingarm adds to the elegantly raw appeal of the Italian. The bike features a seat height of 810mm and a fuel tank capacity of 16.6 litres.

Kinetic Group’s Motoroyale will get the MV Agusta Brutale 800 as semi-knocked down units (SKD) to India by July this year to compete with the Ducati Monster 821, Kawasaki Z900, Yamaha MT-09 and the updated 2017 Triumph Street Triple 765.

MV Agusta Brutale 800 Review

  • Good Things

    • The 798cc engine has a lot of torque
    • Very good power-to-weight ratio
    • Has an exclusive appeal
  • Could be Better

    • The service network is limited
    • Pricing is on the expensive side

BikeWale's Take

MV Agusta's most affordable motorcycle on offer in India is the Brutale 800. It gets compact dimensions with a potent 798cc, inline-three cylinder engine. And with a kerb weight of 175kg, the Brutale 800 has an incredible power-to weight ratio. It also comes equipped with a host of electronic rider aids and features. Although the bike would do better with a wide service and dealer network.

MV Agusta Brutale 800 Expert Opinion

I would be lying if I said I wasn’t intimidated. The MV Agusta Brutale 800 does that to you. Its mere presence causes a stir much akin to Monica Bellucci walking into a room unannounced. Even as I rode it, I could feel people´s eyes upon me all around. The expressions varied from curiosity, amazement to pure envy. I would be lying if I said I didn’t enjoy every moment of it. 

What is it?

Why would I buy the MV Agusta Brutale 800

For the sweet handling and the drama

Why would I avoid the MV Agusta Brutale 800

It’s too stiff and physically demanding to be used as an everyday ride

I would be lying if I said I wasn’t intimidated. The MV Agusta Brutale 800 does that to you. Its mere presence causes a stir much akin to Monica Bellucci walking into a room unannounced. Even as I rode it, I could feel people´s eyes upon me all around. The expressions varied from curiosity, amazement to pure envy. I would be lying if I said I didn’t enjoy every moment of it. 

The Brutale 800 was the first MV Agusta we rode in India back in 2015, although it never went on sale. Earlier this year, Kinetic rolled out the new BS-IV compliant Brutale 800. It would have seemed like an impossible task to improve on the looks of the old Brutale, but MV Agusta has somehow managed it. The bodywork has been revised to make it more streamlined and aerodynamic, while the fuel tank, exhaust pipes, headlamp and the tail lamp have been redesigned for more aggression. It has also gained a revised frame and aluminium subframe to save weight, although it is seven kilograms heavier than before. Why put that hollow space below the seat, you ask? Well, it adds a lightweight appeal to the motorcycle.

How does it ride?

Because you have taken a look at the motorcycle before getting on it, you know it is going to be fast. But nothing mentally prepares you for the way the Brutale snaps your head back. There are faster accelerating motorcycles around, but none of them pull off the line as dramatically as the Brutale. It behaves differently at different rev bands - docile between 2,000 to 5,000rpm, lively between 5,000 and 8,000rpm and quite a handful from thereon. But all of this goes through the window when you get cocky with the throttle. 

Whack open the throttle, and you can feel a shiver through pegs and fuel tank as the Brutale 800 prepares to lunge forward. And then it goes off like a Gatling gun being put on a full blast tailed by a thunderous roar from the exhaust. The first gear goes up to 95kmph, and you hit 200kmph before you run out of revs in the fourth. While its inline three engine still displaces 798cc, the Brutale 800 has been detuned to produce 109bhp down from 125bhp, a result of the stringent emission. However, the torque has gone up from 79Nm to 82Nm. The six-speed transmission gets a bi-directional quickshifter. For seamless upshifts, it is best if you use the quickshifter at high revs with a constant throttle.

Once aboard, you sit crouched over the tank thanks to the wide handlebar and the rear set footpegs. The handlebar is in a class of its own when it comes to returning feedback, and offers good leverage to tip the bike into corners. The front Marzocchi forks are stiffly sprung and respond to every minute undulation on the road. The front end feels light and easily flickable, and holds its line even through minor mid-corner potholes. 

The trade-off is that the Brutale tires you out in no time. The crouched riding position and the stiff rear suspension make it uncomfortable to be perched on the bike for too long. However, the upside is that you get to take another look at the Brutale every time you stop to stretch your back. The suspension is adjustable for compression, rebound and preload, playing around with which should offer a more forgiving ride. 

Braking is another impressive aspect of the Brutale. The four-piston, double floating Brembo front brake offers a good initial bite, feedback and progression. The rear brake either does little to arrest the speed or activates the ABS. The super sticky Pirelli Diablo Rosso III refused to break traction with the tarmac, and the traction control didn’t have any work to do even in its most intrusive mode.

Anything else I should know?

The Brutale can be ridden in four modes – Rain, Normal, Sport and Custom. The modes alter the traction control and ABS levels, rpm limit, throttle response, torque output and engine braking. Although the first three modes come with preset settings, you can alter their traction control (eight levels) and ABS settings (three levels). The Custom map allows all the settings to be customised. The modes can be changed on-the-fly through the right switchgear, while TC and ABS levels can be adjusted through the left switchgear. 

While the first two modes are quite forgiving, the throttle responds to every microscopic twitch of your wrist in the Sport mode and feels jerky in low revs. Even in a corner, the bike can get unsettled very easily if your throttle inputs aren’t completely fluid. The Normal mode feels most appropriate for Indian roads, and Sport works best when confined to the race track. 

Should I buy one?

A middleweight streetfighter is supposed to be a motorcycle fit for everyday use, something that doubles up for commutes and the occasional weekend ride. As such, the Brutale 800 can never end up on the shortlist of a person seeking practicality and value for money. But then, it is an MV Agusta. That curvy body, sonorous exhaust, attention to detail, sweet handling and that brute of an engine makes the Brutale 800 a very special motorcycle. And I haven’t even spoken about the ‘passion’ and ‘soul’, for they are over-abused clichés when it comes to these motorcycles. It is pricey, ridiculously stiff, absurdly uncomfortable, and yet I am head-over-heels (much like its riding position) in love with the Brutale 800.

Where does it fit in?

The Italians have always commanded a premium over their Japanese and British counterparts, which is a price you pay for exclusivity. The Brutale 800 is an expensive proposition at Rs 19.46 lakhs. Its direct rivals, the Triumph Street Triple RS and the Aprilia Shiver 900 undercut it by a big margin, with price tags of Rs 13.17 lakhs and Rs 16.12 lakhs, respectively. The new Ducati Monster 821 isn’t available in India as of now. Those who don’t mind more powerful motorcycles can also look at the BMW R 1200 R (Rs 18.98 lakhs) and the Kawasaki Z1000 (Rs 19.37 lakhs). All prices are on-road, Mumbai. 

Photography by Kapil Angane

Gear Check

 

1. Arai Quantum-J helmet – 

A sports-touring helmet in the Arai street models range, the Qunatum-J is an aerodynamic, comfortable and silent helmet for riders with a round headshape. Price - Rs 45,000.

2. Joe Rocket Alter Ego 3.0 jacket – 

An extremely versatile all-weather jacket. In this guise, it is being used as a ventilated mesh jacket, though it ships with two more liners - waterproof and thermal. Price – Rs 20,000.

3. Ixon Moto HP gloves – 

High quality full gauntlet leather gloves suited for city riding, touring and track use. Offers good ventilation and a high level of protection. Expensive though. Price - Rs 9,500

4. Café Racer Moto Kevlar Jeans: These Kevlar lined denims offer adequate breathability and are comfortable even on long rides. Price: Rs 4,500

5. Sidi B2 boots – 

All-round street and sportbike riding shoes also suitable for track days. Not ventilated, which can make it uncomfortable for everyday use. Price - Rs 17,000

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Brutale 800 Specifications & Features

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      Specifications

      • Power & Performance

        • Displacement
          798 cc
        • Max Power
          107 bhp @ 11500 rpm
        • Max Torque
          83 Nm @ 7600 rpm
        • Mileage - Owner Reported
          -
        • Riding Range
          -
        • Top Speed
          237 Kmph
        • Riding Modes
          -
        • Transmission
          6 Speed Manual
        • Transmission Type
          Chain Drive
        • Gear Shifting Pattern
          -
        • Cylinders
          3
        • Bore
          79 mm
        • Stroke
          54 mm
        • Valves Per Cylinder
          4
        • Compression Ratio
          13.3:1
        • Ignition
          -
        • Spark Plugs
          -
        • Cooling System
          Liquid Cooled
        • Clutch
          -
        • Fuel Delivery System
          -
        • Fuel Tank Capacity
          16.5 litres
        • Reserve Fuel Capacity
          -
        • Emission Standard
          BS4
        • Fuel Type
          Petrol
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      • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

        • Front Suspension
          Marzocchi “UPSIDE DOWN” telescopic hydraulic fork
        • Rear Suspension
          Progressive Sachs, single shock adsorber
        • Braking System
          Dual Channel ABS
        • Front Brake Type
          Disc
        • Front Brake Size
          320 mm
        • Rear Brake Type
          Disc
        • Rear Brake Size
          220 mm
        • Calliper Type
          Front-4-Piston , Rear-2 Piston Calliper
        • Wheel Type
          Alloy
        • Front Wheel Size
          17 inch
        • Rear Wheel Size
          17 inch
        • Front Tyre Size
          120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W)
        • Rear Tyre Size
          180/55 - ZR 17 M/C (73 W)
        • Tyre Type
          Tubeless
        • Radial Tyres
          Yes
        • Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
          -
        • Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
          -
        • Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
          -
        • Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
          -
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      • Dimensions & Chassis

        • Kerb Weight
          -
        • Seat Height
          830 mm
        • Ground Clearance
          135 mm
        • Overall Length
          2045 mm
        • Overall Width
          875 mm
        • Overall Height
          -
        • Wheelbase
          1400 mm
        • Chassis Type
          ALS Steel tubular trellis
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      • Manufacturer Warranty

        • Standard Warranty
          -
        • Standard Warranty
          -

      Features

        • Touch Screen Display
          -
        • Instrument Console
          -
        • Odometer
          Digital
        • Speedometer
          Digital
        • Fuel Guage
          Yes
        • Digital Fuel Guage
          Yes
        • Hazard Warning Indicator
          -
        • Average Speed Indicator
          -
        • OTA Updates
          -
        • Call/SMS Alerts
          -
        • Geo Fencing
          -
        • Distance to Empty Indicator
          -
        • Tachometer
          Digital
        • Stand Alarm
          Yes
        • No. of Tripmeters
          2
        • Tripmeter Type
          Digital
        • Gear Indicator
          -
        • Low Fuel Indicator
          Yes
        • Low Oil Indicator
          Yes
        • Low Battery Indicator
          Yes
        • Clock
          Yes
        • Service Reminder Indicator
          -
        • Battery
          12 V - 8.6 Ah
        • Front Storage Box
          -
        • Under Seat Storage
          -
        • Mobile App Connectivity
          -
        • DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)
          -
        • AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
          -
        • Shift Light
          Yes
        • Headlight Type
          -
        • Brake/Tail Light
          -
        • Turn Signal
          -
        • Pass Light
          Yes
        • GPS & Navigation
          -
        • USB Charging Port
          -
        • Riding Modes Switch
          -
        • Traction Control
          -
        • Cruise Control
          -
        • Hazard Warning Switch
          -
        • Start Type
          Electric Start
        • Killswitch
          Yes
        • Stepped Seat
          Yes
        • Pillion Backrest
          No
        • Pillion Grabrail
          Yes
        • Pillion Seat
          Yes
        • Pillion Footrest
          Yes
        • Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
          -
        • Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
          -
        • Additional Features
          -
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      MV Agusta Brutale 800 User Reviews

      4.8/5

      (6 Ratings) 2 Reviews

      5

      Visual Appeal


      4

      Reliability


      4

      Performance


      4

      Service Experience

      One hell of a thriller and a head turner

      4 years ago


      Ishan Sharma

      Living up to the fearsome reputation of its predecessors, mv agusta brutale 800 is a complete head turner and a ridiculously fast super bike. Retaining the silhouette of agusta's predecessors mv designed a significantly new version and made it even prettier. The bike has some unique and attractive elements. The led head lamp, subtly designed fuel tank, lcd instrument cluster but my favourite element has to be the sleek and cantilevered rear end seat having a stunning hollowed out section. The signature organ like exhausts has a great finish and remains a complete head turner positioned next to exposed rear wheel. This is not an easy machine in less than perfect conditions. Over and above the engine heat, the heavy clutch becomes painful in traffic and the firm suspension is punishing on poor roads. Adding to the discomfort of firm suspension on rough roads is the soft seat which might sound appealing and comforting but the reality is that the seat is so soft that you sink easily to the hard metal base that gets uncomfortable fast and you will find a need to take a break. The bike has a very low mileage of 19km but it doesn't really matter for those who can afford to purchase it as it costs more than 16 lakhs. There is no escape that it is an uncomfortable bike in uneasy conditions but it turns equally appealing when you take it to the right place. This is a hard hitting and pulse racing sports bike.Ride is one hell of a thriller but it has a low l tolerance for inattentiveness and inexperience. This is a razor sharp machine, demands respect and rewards deeply when it finds them. The bike is quick and the rush of power is addictive. Reason to buy this bike is for manic performance it has offer. It is a complete heart over head decision.

      Rating Parameters

      (out of 5)

      5

      Visual Appeal


      4

      Reliability


      4

      Performance


      3

      Service Experience


      3

      Maintenance cost

      4

      Extra Features

      About the Reviewer

      Used it for

      Tours

      Owned for

      3-6 months

      Ridden for

      5000-10000 kms

      Got mileage of

      19 kmpl

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      Mv augusta brutale 800 review

      5 years ago


      Prajwal

      This is the first super bike i had bought and it's is just a lot more smoother and faster and brutal than i thought the bike gives an amazing acceleration and controlling this bike at high speeds is good the only problem is the petrol, the bike just gives about 18kmpl. Other all things are good. It's details are: the mv agusta brutale 800 is powered by a 798 cc air-cooled engine which produces 110 ps of power . It has a fuel tank of 16.5 ltrs. It has a beautiful led lamp in the headlight. It has an amazing performance, it reaches from 0-100kmph in 3.8 sec's.... Well when u go to the service thing it costs around 5k-6k for the service.Pros:1. Superb performance 2. Digital speedometer 3. Excellent design 4. Maximum comfort 5. Excellent braking Cons:1. Very low mileage at 18kmpl. That is it...

      Rating Parameters

      (out of 5)

      5

      Visual Appeal


      5

      Reliability


      5

      Performance


      5

      Service Experience


      3

      Maintenance cost

      4

      Extra Features

      About the Reviewer

      Used it for

      Daily Commute

      Owned for

      3-6 months

      Ridden for

      5000-10000 kms

      Got mileage of

      18 kmpl

      Tips for other riders

      Change the engine oil after riding for 3 months Use tubeless tyres after the old tyre looks worn out or if the grooves are erased.

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