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Gallery: The Updated MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR is Even More Beautiful and More Intense Than Before

Upgraded styling, electronics and performance for 2017

November 8, 2016

MV Agusta's naked three-cylinder Brutale 800 RR has been updated for 2017 with new styling as well as engine and electronics improvements for even more performance and to help the bike meet Euro 4 emissions standards. Scroll through the gallery below to see more images of the Brutale 800 RR, and to learn more about the upgrades.

While peak output remains at 140 horsepower, refinements for this year reduce vibration, emissions and noise compared to the previous model. Updated components in the engine include a harmonic damper, a new mechanical cam-chain tensioner, new camshafts and new valve guides, all completely redesigned and utilizing new materials to minimize stress and vibration.Courtesy of MV Agusta

The side covers of the engine are also part of the noise reduction, and act as engine protectors as well. The countershaft, starter motor and primary gear drive are all new, and aimed at improving reliability. Inside the gearbox, the transmission gears have been redesigned for better meshing and a smoother transition between gears.Courtesy of MV Agusta

The updated throttle body and ride-by-wire system incorporates eight-level traction control, and MV's EAS 2.0 up/down quickshifter is standard equipment. The new dashboard is now equipped with an OBD (On Board Diagnostics) function.Courtesy of MV Agusta

New styling incorporates a split seat, retractable passenger grab handles, and LED tail and indicator lights. The distinctive "organ pipe" silencer is slightly larger, and the new forged wheels have a specific, contrasting surface treatment.Courtesy of MV Agusta

A new steering damper has eight adjustment settings; ABS (Bosch 9 Plus) is standard.Courtesy of MV Agusta

The new Brutale RR 800 is available in Ice/Carbon Black Metallic and Red Shock Pearl/Carbon Black Metallic.Courtesy of MV Agusta

The distinctive trapezoidal shape of the fuel tank is intended to create "a visually front-biased volume that accentuates the aggressive character of this naked whilst retaining a uniquely balanced compact proportion."Courtesy of MV Agusta

Note the retractable grab handles in the seat.Courtesy of MV Agusta

The new forged aluminum wheels have a different style from the previous hoops and have a contrasting surface treatment.Courtesy of MV Agusta