MV Agusta F3 800 details revealed

Updated: 20 November 2014

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MV Agusta has released details of its new £11,499 F3 800, which will hit dealers in July.

Based on the current inline-three cylinder F3 675 supersports machine, MV says it tips the scales at the same 175kg (dry). The 798cc engine, which has a backward-rotating crank, uses the same bore as the F3 675, but has an 8.4mm longer stroke. MV claims 148bhp and 65ftlb of torque at the crank.

Like the Suzuki GSX-R750 and Ducati 848 Evo, the F3 800 promises to offer the perfect balance of power and handling – as nimble and easy to ride as a supersports machine, with the punch of a superbike.

It will come with a higher spec than any of its rivals, boasting a full electronics package including ride-by-wire, traction control, an electronic air-bleed system and variable power maps. It also has a slipper clutch, Brembo monobloc calipers, fully-adjustable Marzocchi forks and Sachs rear shock and an optional quickshifter.

We’ll be riding the F3 800 at its world launch in Misano on Thursday, so keep an eye on www.motorcyclenews.com for our first impressions.

By Michael Neeves

MCN Chief Road Tester - Neevesy’s been an MCN Road Tester since 2002. He’s reviewed everything from mopeds to Rossi’s Yamaha M1, and plenty in between He covers tens of thousands of miles a year on the world’s roads and racetracks in his role with MCN, and when he’s not working he’s still on two wheels, racing both modern and classic superbikes for a variety of teams. To cement his position as one of the most influential motorcycling journalists on the planet, Neevesy spent many years as an Elite Instructor at the Ron Haslam Race School, based at the famous Donington Park race circuit. He regularly presents videos on riding tips and road safety, working alongside the likes of Highways England to deliver a strong and consistent message.