2004 MV Agusta reviews

I fell in love at first sight in Cycle World back in '02. She's the sexiest motorcycle ever designed by a human. Honestly, my '05/750 can't beat a top-tier 600 on the highway, but at my size, I'm always riding 2-up. I can stay with the Super-sports, and keep the Super-bikes in my sights. Her low-end grunt puts all other bikes in clouds of burnt pasta on city streets. Show less

Brutale 910 with 700 miles:
Ups: Best looking bike on the road, new 910 engine has plenty of low-end with excellent mid-range and top end. Engine sound is intoxicating. Brakes are progressive and strong. Riding position is comfortable. Handling is great on smooth roads. Manufacturer's attention to detail is very obvious.
Downs: on-off throttle transitions at lower RPMs can be abrupt and upset bike. Suspension is too stiff for comfort on local roads and cannot be adjusted out. Low fuel light comes on at 110 miles. Riding position is comfortable but locks you in 1 spot.
Overall: When you ride it, all is forgiven; the looks, sound and power are worth the price of admission. Show less

The Brutale is at the apex of where all other cycles try to be. The engineering, design and build quality are so far beyond what we find in the rest of the industry. I've now put just over 6,400 miles on this beauty and each one of those miles has been pure pleasure. I get home and my wife sees that smile and asks: "Was it good for me to honey?" Yes! The power, the turn-in, the late braking ability, the clean delivery of the engine at the entry to the corner as your eyes find that horizon. This one's a keeper. And the milage? It gets great milage for a cycle that's pushing 13,000r's Show less

This bike is a hoot! don't plan on just running a short errand on it though, it begs for the "short cut" if you know what I mean. The sound that eminates from this machine is exhilarating by itself. By far the most comfortable sport bike I have ever ridden. My only complaint is a small one and probably more a personal issue. I have two other v-twin machines so my desire for more low end torque is high, but I enjoy the whoosh of power at 7K. Show less

Just purchased in Orlando - no regrets! Much more comfortable than Ducati 900ss and much more frisky. Racing bike in upright position with amazing sound and power delivery. Still running in under 6000rpm. Build quality looks fabulous although all MV decals are peeling off already. Can't wait to complete running in and take on track day. Show less

Lots of positives: incredibly beautiful with fantastic details everywhere, nice top end power, comfortable riding position, and above all, great handling. The handling, which is both stable and nimble, defies superlatives. Excellent gearbox. Wonderful sounds. Negatives: Guzzles gas (22 mpg), finicky neutral light, could use more low-end power, expect naked bike windblast at speed. Show less

If you don't mind shelling out the extra cash for a great bike, look no further. The Brutale is the best combination of style and power available on the street. If you're taking it through the turns or just trying to get looks, this bike is the only way to go. This isn't the best bike for comfort on long trips or if you ride two-up but it sure is a lot of fun and I would buy another one again. Show less