2014 MV Agusta 3-Cylinder Models Now Feature ABS
Better late than never, as the saying goes: MV Agusta will be equipping 2014 three-cylinder models — the Brutale 675 and 800, the F3 675 and 800 and the Rivale 800 — with dual-function ABS featuring Normal and Race Mode.
These models will come equipped with an internal pressure sensor and independent wheel sensors on each axle, all controlled by the small and lightweight Bosch 9MP ABS control unit. The ABS was specifically developed to provide safer, more effective deceleration on all road surfaces without compromising either the power or the progressiveness of the system and with the clear aim of obtaining the shortest possible braking distances.
Detractors of electronic aids rejoice: the MV’s ABS system can be turned off via the relevant set-up menu. Further, on the F3 675 and F3 800 models the ABS can be set to one of two modes: Normal Mode for everyday riding and Race Mode for the racetrack or more aggressive road riding. Specifics weren’t given, but if Race Mode is similar to that seen on other bikes then expect it to activate only in extreme circumstances, like running off track. The system may even disengage rear ABS altogether, allowing you to kick the rear end loose on corner entry. We’ll provide more details when it becomes available.
Troy's been riding motorcycles and writing about them since 2006, getting his start at Rider Magazine. From there, he moved to Sport Rider Magazine before finally landing at Motorcycle.com in 2011. A lifelong gearhead who didn't fully immerse himself in motorcycles until his teenage years, Troy's interests have always been in technology, performance, and going fast. Naturally, racing was the perfect avenue to combine all three. Troy has been racing nearly as long as he's been riding and has competed at the AMA national level. He's also won multiple club races throughout the country, culminating in a Utah Sport Bike Association championship in 2011. He has been invited as a guest instructor for the Yamaha Champions Riding School, and when he's not out riding, he's either wrenching on bikes or watching MotoGP.
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