MV Agusta F4 RR

Name: MV Agusta F4 RR
Brand: MV Agusta
SKU: 973
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)

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Key specs

998 cc
6 Speed Manual
190 kg

Last known Avg. Ex-showroom price

₹ 36,53,380

MV Agusta F4 RR is now discontinued in India.

Discontinued

MV Agusta F4 RR Summary

F4 RR key highlights
Engine Capacity	998 cc
Transmission	6 Speed Manual
Kerb Weight	190 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	17 litres
Seat Height	830 mm
Max Power	192.3 bhp

About F4 RR

The original F4 1000 was designed by the celebrated Italian automotive designer, Massimo Tamburini, over a decade ago. Such was the artistic impact of the F4 1000 that the 2016 model still carries considerable influence of the original model.

The front of the F4 gets a diamond-shaped headlamp flanked by two guide lights, while lines have been sharpened to improve the aerodynamics. The trademark four-pipe exhaust system peeps out from under the pillion seat. The MV Agusta F4 RR is built on a steel tubular trellis-frame, with a single-sided aluminium swingarm. The lightweight CrMo (Chromium Molybdenum) construction of the frame has helped MV Agusta restrict the bike’s dry weight to just 190kgs. The F4 RR packs a 998cc inline four-cylinder engine, which delivers 198bhp and 111Nm of torque through a six-speed gearbox. The peak rev limit has been raised to 14,000rpm.

The F4 RR gets a slight power bump and a host of more technology. Suspension components on the non-RR F4 are top-shelf items from names such as Marzocchi and Sachs, but the RR takes it to a whole new level with an electronically-adjusted Öhlins monoshock and 43mm, inverted front forks. Components on both ends come with manual, spring-preload adjusters and 4.7 inches of wheel travel. Additionally, an electronic interface allows you to choose between pre-set compression and rebound maps. These maps come bound to the Motor and Vehicle Integrated Control System (MVICS), but you have the option of changing the suspension map independently in response to changing driving conditions. The steering damper can also be manually adjusted, or left on automatic to adjust steering stiffness electronically based on bike speed.

The MV Agusta F4 RR is available in two colours – White Ice Pearl/Metal Black Carbon and Avio Grey/Black Carbon.

MV Agusta F4 RR Review

They'll call it ‘Motorcycle art’, if you ask MV Agusta. We’re inclined to agree, too – meet the MV Agusta F4R, the ‘mid-spec’ variant in the F4 range. Not as expensive as the F4RR, mind, but just as capable. This isn’t available any more, but there isn’t much of a difference between the F4 and F4R other than a graphics job and the more expensive one getting an easily-adjustable rear Ohlins shock.

What is it?

‘Motorcycle art’, if you ask MV Agusta. We’re inclined to agree, too – meet the MV Agusta F4R, the ‘mid-spec’ variant in the F4 range. Not as expensive as the F4RR, mind, but just as capable. This isn’t available any more, but there isn’t much of a difference between the F4 and F4R other than a graphics job and the more expensive one getting an easily-adjustable rear Ohlins shock.

How does it ride?

Like an old-school litre-class supersports motorcycle. It puts you arse-over-tits, and on a racetrack that is a great thing. We weren’t on a racetrack, and so were less than amused by it. That said, the easily adjustable suspension does wonders for its ride quality. The seat is the narrowest one we’ve seen on an inline-four motorcycle, a function of the narrowest four-pot motor in the business. There are electronics to ostensibly help you, but you get a switchable quickshifter, two levels of ABS and eight levels of traction control. You’re supposed to know the rest.

The engine is creamy smooth and lugs hard from nearly the bottom of the rev range. There is a step at 10,000rpm, and of course throttle response is way too aggressive in Sport mode (it wheelies in third if you sneeze, believe you me), but that said, it is very easy to get into trouble with the amount of speed this motorcycle can work up to. The perks of having 192bhp on tap, eh? The brakes are fantastic, though, so shedding speed is equally easy.

Anything else I should know?

Attention to detail, thy name is MV Agusta. They’ve made the cylinder head red, then covered it with the fairing so you don’t notice it unless you’re at the perfect angle to the engine. There are running lamps in the lip of the fairing as well as in the headlamp unit itself which you won’t notice except at night. However, it looks like MV got so carried away with the details that they forgot to step back and look at the motorcycle in its entirety, the way they did with the F3. I know I’m badmouthing what is widely accepted to be the most beautiful motorcycle in the business, but remember that the design has been essentially unchanged for two entire decades. They’ve updated it, with the projector headlamp and the square exhaust tips, but the updation has also made it an ever-so-slightly confused design. MV forgot to update the display, though; it has graphics that took me back to the reign of Nokia in the Indian mobile phone space.

It also has the turning radius of an aircraft carrier, thanks to the handlebars that make your thumb hit the fairing when you turn it. Oh, and you need to be at least six feet tall to ride it around. I’m six feet tall, and there were a fair number of times when I needed help to back up the motorcycle because of the seat height. The seat height also contributes to the nervousness when you take those U turns, and there’s always the reminder that you’re riding an exotic to take the nervousness a level higher.

The seat and tank are too slippery to leave you comfortable for anything other than a short ride – this slipperiness is wonderful when you’re sliding from side to side for the corners, but on a regular ride, it is very uncomfortable.

Should I buy one?

This is a demanding motorcycle – you need to have Rs 35 lakh or so handy to buy it. You also need the leg length of a supermodel and the muscle of an athlete to ride it in traffic. But you’ll be an instant celebrity with it, too, because you’ll be on bonafide exotica.

Where does it fit in?

Right on the line that divides ‘motorcycles’ and ‘art’, like MV says. There is no real competition – the Ducati Panigale 1299 runs it close, and any of the Japanese 1000cc supersport motorcycles (special mention: Ninja) can outmanoeuvre it around a track, but you don’t pay this much money for a motorcycle. Where the F4 distinguishes itself is in the fact that whether you’re riding it or not, whether it is parked in your garage or in your living room, you and everyone around you will appreciate it.

Gear check

1. Arai Astro-IQ Second in the Arai street models hierarchy, the Astro-IQ is a comfortable, stable helmet at any speed. Price: 50,000

2. Alpinestars T-GP R Air A textile jacket that is a good middle ground between the protection of a textile jacket with the cooling of a mesh jacket thanks to the well-designed airflow, the T-GP Plus is one of the better jackets for an Indian summer. Price: Rs 16,500 (T-GP Plus Air)

3. Cortech by Tour Master Injector gloves These full-length gloves are a cross between a touring glove and a racing glove. Has moulded plastic for knuckle protection, a leather back and perforated leather in between the fingers for ventilation. A fleece liner will keep you warm during the winter - but is surprisingly good during the summer as well. Price: Rs 8700 before shipping and duties (Impulse RR)

4. Joe Rocket Phoenix 2.0 pants Mesh is a wonderful thing in our heat, and the Joe Rocket Phoenix mesh pants manage an ideal combination of protection via the removable armour and airflow. Price: 9600 (Phoenix Ion)

5. Alpinestars SMX-6 boots A full-length road-going boot, the SMX-6 has perforations all along the front of the boot, giving it great ventilation. It is comfortable enough to wear all day long. Price: Rs 21,500

Photography by Kapil Angane

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F4 RR Specifications & Features

Specifications

Power & Performance

Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 998 cc

Max Power 192.3 bhp @ 13,400 rpm

Max Torque 110.8 Nm @ 9,600 rpm

Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. 50 mm

Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. 4

Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. 13.4:1

Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. --

Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. --

Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. --

Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. 297.5 Kmph

Transmission 6 Speed Manual

Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. Chain Drive

Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern --

Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 4

Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. 79 mm

Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. --

Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. 1 Per Cylinder

Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Liquid Cooled

Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. --

Fuel Delivery System --

Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 17 litres

Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. --

Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. BS4

Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

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Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. Telescopic Hydraulic Fork

Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. Sinlge Shock Absorbers

Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. Dual Channel ABS

Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. 17 inch

Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 120/70 - ZR 17 M/C (58 W)

Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 200/55 - ZR 17 M/C (78 W)

Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 320 mm

Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Disc

Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 210 mm

Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Disc

Calliper Type 4 piston front, 2 piston rear

Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Alloy

Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 17 inch

Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubeless

Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. 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 Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. 190 kg

Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. 830 mm

Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 115 mm

Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 750 mm

Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. --

Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,430 mm

Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 2,115 mm

Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. Steel Tubular Trellis

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Manufacturer Warranty

Standard Warranty (Year) --

Standard Warranty (Kilometers) --

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. Digital

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. --

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. --

Low Oil IndicatorYes

Low Battery IndicatorYes

Pillion BackrestNo

GPS & Navigation GPS & Navigation function works via Bluetooth to deliver directions on the instrument cluster. --

USB charging port A USB charging port can be used to charge devices on the go. The feature, which is either available as standard or via accessories, can come handy to recharge devices such as smartphones while riding a vehicle. --

Front storage box --

Under seat storage --

AHO (Automatic Headlight On) Automatic Headlight On feature keeps the main headlamp of the vehicle running all the time. This improves the visibility of a motorcycle/scooter in the rear-view mirror of vehicle ahead. --

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Digital

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. Yes

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. Digital

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. Yes

Stepped Seat In a stepped seat layout, the pillion seat is slightly taller than the rider seat. Yes

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. 2

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. Digital

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. Yes

Pillion GrabrailYes

Pillion SeatYes

Pillion FootrestYes

Start TypeElectric Start

Shift LightYes

KillswitchYes

ClockYes

Battery12V - 8.6Ah

Headlight Type--

Brake/Tail Light--

Turn Signal--

Pass LightYes

Additional features--

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MV Agusta F4 RR News

MV Agusta debt restructuring approved by Italian court
31 March 2017
Charles Pennefather

Italian court's approval means the company will survive one more time
Kinetic launches MV Agusta F4 RC at Rs 50.34 lakh
12 January 2017
Pratheek Kunder

The Indian market got the most expensive MV Agusta yet today – the F4 RC. This limited edition carries a whopping price tag of Rs 50.34 lakh (ex-showroom Pune).
MV Agusta opens dealership in Ahmedabad
17 July 2016
BikeWale Team

MotoRoyale, the exclusive dealers for MV Agusta motorcycles, have thrown open the doors of their second dealership in the country, in Ahmedabad. The Kinetic subsidiary belonging to the Firodia group delivered as many as eight MV Agustas at the inauguration.