MV AGUSTA F4 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

The 2016 House Schiranna, come with a four-cylinder Corsa Corta engine with central timing chain and radial valves has undergone a series of modifications aimed at reducing the already-low overall weight and boosting performance. This compact power unit is characterised by a 79 mm bore and a 50.9 mm stroke. Hand-assembled to ensure optimisation of all components and maximum uniformity among the 250 F4 RC bikes that will be coming off the production line, each motorcycle features radial valves, a technical tradition that began with the very first F4 engine.

THE MV AGUSTA F4. Breaking down the barriers of imagination. Encompassing cutting-edge technology and the latest engine design, the F4 is the best yet. A masterpiece. The top-of-the-range F4 RR contains unparalleled engineering solutions and thoroughbred excellence, ensuring total bike control and heart-stopping performance: an inertial control platform with lean angle sensor, a redefined riding position, full Ride-By-Wire, Ohlins electronic suspension and steering damper as well as GP-spec titanium con rods. All with completely new graphics and colours.

As the base F4, the 2015 MY MV Agusta F4 RR now comes with a state-of-the-art ABS as standard, which has two selectable modes, Normal and Race, and can be switched off, at the rider's convenience. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 195 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque.

As opposed to the base F4, this machine comes standard with a chassis control utilizing vehicle inertia sensors, an unique engine control with ride-by-wire system, Öhlins electronic control suspension and steering damper as well as GP spec titanium connecting rods. These ensure a level of performance that is sure to put a smile on even the pretentious among superbike fans.

The flagship sportbike from the House of Schiranna, the MV Agusta F4, brings forth good news for the 2015 MY, such as the ABS as standard, which features two selectable modes, Normal dor casual strolls, and the Race mode, for the more adventurous among the riders, and the anti-rear wheel lift (RLM) system which compensates for the deceleration causing the bike to dive and the rear wheel to occasionally lose its grip.

At its heart lies the same, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 195 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque.

The 2014 MY MV Agusta F4 ABS is the more safety-oriented version of the F4. It comes standard with the latest ABS developed by the House of Schiranna, and it can even be turned off, if one wants the occasional adrenaline rush.

At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 195 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque.

The 2014 MY MV Agusta F4 is the most accessible machine in the F4 superbike series, and has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 195 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque.

It comes standard with lots of state-of-the-art technologies, such as Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System (MVICS), the ELDOR electronics package which includes a four map ride-by-wire, and an Electronically Assisted Shift (EAS).

For riders who want a powerful sportbike, but also stable even when the going gets tough, the House of Schiranna has launched the 2014 MY MV Agusta F4 R ABS. The ABS on this machine is of the latest generation, boasting the best from the Italian engineers, and it can even be turned off for the more adventurous of riders out there.

In all other aspects, this awesome two-wheeler comes with all the features, technologies and parts as the standard F4 R.

The 2014 MY MV Agusta F4 R has been designed as a bridge between its F4 RR and F4 siblings, both in terms of overall performance and in terms of price. It comes with all the features found on the F4, and it shares the engine mappings and power output of the F4 RR.

At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 195 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque.

The 2014 MY MV Agusta F4 RR ABS addresses those riders who want more stability out of their sportbike. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 201 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque. It comes standard with a switchable ABS system, the very latest developed by the House of Schiranna. In all other aspects, it has the same features as the base F4 RR.

The 2014 MY MV Agusta F4 RR sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 201 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque. It represents the pinnacle in production motorcycles from the House of Schiranna, both in terms of performance and technology.

It comes standard with the Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System (MVICS), the ELDOR electronics package which includes a four map ride-by-wire system, an intertial vehicle lean angle sensor, an eight level adjustable traction control, as all the machines in the F4 series, plus an Ohlins suspension with electronic control and Brembo monobloc brake calipers, which can be found on the RR suffixed model.

Performance-wise, the 2013 MY MV Agusta F4 RR is clearly the best choice among its F4 siblings. It sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 201 horsepower and 111 Nm, which take this awesome machine to a top speed of 297 kph (185 mph).

Unlike the other machines in the F4 series, this two-wheeler comes standard with an Ohlins suspension with electronic control and Brembo monobloc brake calipers. All other technologies and parts found on its siblings also come as standard on the F4 RR.

For the 2013 MY, the MV Agusta F4 RR has received upgrades, which take this already impressive machine to the next level of performance, whether on the street or on the track. The four-stroke, in-line four cylinder powerhouse can produce 195 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque, and can achieve a claimed top speed of 291 kph (181 mph).

It also boasts superior maneuverability, thanks to the standard Marzzochi inverted fork and the Ohlins TTX shock absorber in the rear. In the technology department, it comes standard with an Electronically Assisted Shift (EAS) system, an eight-level traction control, an inertial vehicle lean angle sensor and a ride-by-wire system with four selectable maps.

The 2013 MY MV Agusta F4 is addressed mainly for those with a smaller budget, but that doesn't mean it is any less fun. It's in-line four cylinder engine can produce an impressive 195 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque, and has the added bonus of the trademark aggressive style all Agusta machines have.

Technology-wise, it's packed full of the latest the House of Schiranna has to offer, such as the Motor & Vehicle Integrated Control System (MVICS), the ELDOR electronics package which includes a four map ride-by-wire, the Electronically Assisted Shift (EAS) system, an eight-level adjustable traction control and an anti-wheeling system.

The 2012 MY MV Agusta F4 RR is one of the most powerful one liters not only from the Italian brand, but also available on the market, as far as production motorcycles go. Its new, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine has been redesigned with a bigger bore, and now can produce an impressive 201 horsepower and 114 Nm of torque.

In addition, it has received numerous other upgrades that make its performance levels very hard to match by its competitors, upgrades such as a new close ratio gearbox, a new 4-2-1-4 exhaust system, a 43 mm Öhlins multi-adjustable front fork, an Öhlins TTX 36 rear shock, an Öhlins steering damper and forged aluminum wheels.

The 2012 MY MV Agusta F4 R is the most affordable machine in this year's F4 family, which doesn't necessarily mean it is the less fun. The new, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, in-line four cylinder engine has been redesigned in such a manner that it can achieve a more than impressive 195 horsepower and 112 Nm of torque.

In addition to the jaw-dropping power of its engine, this machine also comes with race-derived brakes and suspension package, which help control and even improve that kick. Also, being designed by the House of Schiranna, it also comes with an aggressive bodywork and overall look, that is sure to turn heads no matter where one rides it.

The 2011 MY MV Augusta F4 Frecce Tricolor is a limited edition machine that has been designed to honor the 50th anniversary of the National Italian Aerobatic Team. It was limited to 11 units, exactly the number of planes that form the team, and each individual machine has a silver plate on the steering head that indicates the number and id of the aircraft to which each of the bikes is associated.

Furthermore, the paint scheme combines the color of the sky in concordance with the three colors forming the Italian national flag. Technology-wise, they are equipped with the best the House of Schiranno has to offer, as well as the latest in "precious materials" used in bike building, such as carbon fiber and titanium.

The 2011 MY MV Augusta F4 is a new machine from the House of Schiranna, which is even more powerful than its predecessors from the same series. The iconic MV four cylinder engine has undergone some clever Italian engineering and revised so that it can produce 186 horsepower and 114 Nm of torque.

In addition, it comes three brand new color schemes to choose from, pastel red/ metallic silver, gloss black/ matt black or titanium grey/ admiral grey, which significantly increase the desirability of this machine.

The House of Schiranna have taken the massively powerful R 312 to the next level in the embodiment of the 2009 MY MV Agusta F4 RR 312 1078, which has received an upgrade in the engine department. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 1078cc, transverse four cylinder, which can produce a whopping 190 horsepower and 124 Nm of torque.

In addition, it has lots of features borrowed in less expensive materials from the exclusive F4 CC, such as the smoked screen and the Sachs steering damper. Other improvements make it achieve even more breath-taking performance levels, as opposed to the R312, such as the smaller exhaust tail pipes, a completely new suspension calibration, the Brembo monoblock brakes, plus a slipper clutch and a close ratio gearbox. The acclaimed Engine Braking System (EBS) has also been revised to accommodate this new engine.

The 2008 MY MV Agusta F4 R312 1+1 is addressed to those riders who want a pillion when they burn through the asphalt, whereas the base R312 has only a single saddle. The engineers from the House of Schiranna have cleverly hidden a passenger seat under an easy-to-remove seat cowl, which is almost unnoticeable to the common viewer.

In all other aspects, this awesome machine is exactly the same as the base model, and is able to propel a rider plus a passenger to exhilarating thrills, whether on the track or on the road.

The 2008 MY MV Agusta F4 R312 is the fastest production motorcycle from the House of Schiranna up to date, with a top speed of 312 kph, thus the name. Created as a replacement for the F4 1000 R, it truly does not disappoint. Its liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, transverse four cylinder engine can produce an impressive 183 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque.

In addition, all of its other internal components are derived straight from the race track, such as the Brembo radial brake calipers and the Brembo 320 mm aluminium brake discs with aluminium flanges, the 50 mm Marzocchi upside-down fork with the RAC technology, the Y-spoked, forged aluminium Brembo wheels, the Engine Brake System (EBS), and the titanium intake valves, all of which ensure it's podium spot among machines in its class.

The 2007 MY F4 R312 is based on the F4 1000, and the 312 suffix stands for its claimed top speed of 312 kph. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, transverse four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 180 horsepower and 115 Nm of torque. This new machine has been designed as a fresh face, and a more aggressive one at that, to replace the successfull F4 1000 R. The chassis and engine are the same as its sibling.

A high-end suspension package coupled to a race-grade braking system ensure that this awesome machine will have one of the shortest lap times no matter the track one decides to ride it.

The 2007 MY MV Augusta F4 CC has been envisioned and designed by none other than Claudio Castiglioni, the Managing Director of the Italian brand, and features the very best in terms and parts and technologies that the House of Schiranna has developed up to date. It has been sculpted by Massimo Tamburini, the man behind most of the designs for Moto Guzzi and Ducati. It has been limited to only 100 units, and comes with lots of accessories that make every single one of these machines one-of-a-kind.

The 2006 MY MV Agusta F4 1000 S is the flagship superbike in the F4 family, and offers a reasonable balance between performance, maneuverability, comfort and of course, price tag. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, transverse four cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 166 horsepower and 109 Nm.

Also, all of its components have been derived from the Schiranna's racing department, such as the inverted telescopic fork which has been treated with titanium nitride, the Sachs progressive single shock absorber, or the braking system, which allow this machine to be tested in the race track, also.

The 2006 MY MV Agusta F4 1000 R is the latest addition to the F4 family, and is the most powerful yet. Unlike its S-suffixed sibling, this machine is more performance-oriented, and comes standard with Brembo brakes, radial caliper struts, a 50mm Marzocchi upside down fork that features the Road Advanced Component (RAC), the first time it has been mounted on a production motorcycle, Brembo forged aluminium wheels with Y spokes, a new integrated Magneti Marelli injection system, a raised wind screen, a rear mudguard and a battery charger.

Also, at its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, transverse four cylinder engine that can produce 174 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque.

The 2005 MY MV Agusta F4 1000 S is the basis of the new F4 series, which boasts a more powerful 998cc engine, as opposed to its forefathers which had a 749cc engine. Even though this new engine has a bigger bore and stroke, it is surprisingly lighter by 5.8 lbs, and can produce a more impressive 166 horsepower and 109 Nm of torque.

All of its components have been derived from the racing machines from the House of Schiranna, and give it unparalleled performance whether on the track, or off it.

The 2005 MY MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini, as the name suggests, has been designed by legendary motorcycle design engineer Massimo Tamburini, and has been launched as a limited edition machine which not only bears his signature in its design, but has been fitted with the latest race-inspired technologies and materials that the engineers from the House of Varese have developed.

Features such as the titanium nitride treated 50mm Marzocchi forks, the Nissin Racing single block disc brakes, the Marchesini wheels which were inspired from Grand Prix machines, and a Magnesium sing arm make for one of the most powerful and maneuverable machines from Gusto up to date.

The 2004 MY MV Agusta F4 SPR EVO3 has seen an upgrade in its suspension department, which significantly increase both rider comfort for easier strolss, as well as reduce lap times if one decides to take it for a track Sunday. The new suspension package is composed of a 50 mm Marzocchi fork with titanium nitride on its legs and a Sachs Racing rear shock absorber with double adjustment for compression.

In the tech/engine department, it comes with a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 749cc, transverse four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 146 horsepower and 81 Nm of torque.

The 2004 MY MV Agusta F4 S 750 EVO3 is in its last year of production, and comes with the same powerful and dependable, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 749cc, in-line four cylinder engine found on its previous embodiment, and can produce 137 horsepower and 81 Nm of torque. It also has a race-derived suspension package, as well as brakes, which not only increase its performance on the track, but also make for a slightly more comfortable and safer day-to-day machine.

Unlike its F4 1000 S sibling, the 2004 MY MV Agusta F4 1000 Tamburini has the latest in technology and parts developed by the Italian brand, which add up to one of the most powerful, agile, and maneuverable machines ever to be produces by Gusta, but with an equally high price tag.

At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, transverse four cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce a whopping 173 horsepower and 113 Nm of torque, making this the most sought after Agusta up to date.

The F4 family has been enriched with a big-bore machine, in the embodiment of the 2004 MY MV Agusta F4 1000 S. It sports a new, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 998cc, transverse four cylinder engine, which can produce an impressive 166 horsepower and 109 Nm of torque. It's chassis is based on the F4 750 one, with small alterations made to accommodate the bigger displacement of the its newly designed engine.

Also, the bodywork has been designed by Massimo Tamburini, the designer behind most of the Ducati's and Bimota of the same model year. Unlike the other models from the same series, the F4 1000 has a new logo on the airbox back, a tank guard with the F4 1000 logo, an instrumentation panel with a white background tachometer and the model logo, a saddle in blue racing colours and an F4 1000 plate on the steering head.

When it comes to raw power in a stylish, typical Italian design, it doesn't get much better than the 2003 MY MV Agusta F4 SPR. The flagship sportbike from the Italian brand, this cool machine sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 749cc, transverse four cylinder engine that can produce an impressive 146 horsepower and 81 Nm of torque.

In addition, lots of parts of the its chassis are manufactured out of carbon fiber, as well as the front mudguard and the chain guards, which make for one of the lightest production motorcycles in its class, tipping the scale at only 188 kg.

The 2003 MY MV Agusta F4 S 750 is a pure Italian sportbike, both in terms of looks and performance, and is arguably one of the best machines in its class available on the market. Unlike its previous embodiment, the 2003 MY comes with aluminium, silver-colored wheels, a grey clutch cover, sprocket cover and phonic wheel cover and an EVO3 decal. Also, the instrumentation has been modified and now comes with a yellow background rev counter and F4 logo, and a "Tricolore" logo has been added on the steering head.

In the tech/engine department, it comes with the same liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 749cc, transverse four-cylinder engine that produces 137 horsepower and 81 Nm of torque.

The 2002 MY MV Agusta F4 SPR is arguably the most powerful production sportbike from the Italian brand up to date. It sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, in-line four cylinder engine that can produce 146 horsepower and 81 Nm of torque, thanks to stronger pistons and a lighter crankshaft which increase its rev limit to 13000 rpm. Also, a Weber-Marelli fuel injection system on this machine has been adapted for higher revs, thus improving throttle response.

It comes in an aggressive black paint-scheme, which is lightened with white decals that further improve the desirability of this machine. In addition, many chassis parts, including the front mudguard and the chain guards are made out of carbon fiber, which not only make for a lighter machine, but improve its performance on or off the race track.

Based on the F4 SPR, this limited edition machine has been created in honor of the F1 racing driver Ayrton Senna, who was a close friend to Claudio Castiglioni, MV Agusta's president. All proceeds that come from selling this machine go to the Senna Foundation, which helps disadvantaged children all around the world.

As its SPR sibling, it has many chassis parts made out of carbon fiber, which make for a lighter machine, and improve its overall performance. In addition, the engine has been revised, and now has a higher rev limit, which increases its power output to 140 horsepower. The paint scheme is also unique to this particular machine, and add to its overall desirability.

For Italian-made sportbike fans, it does not get much better than the 2002 MY MV Agusta F4 S 750. Even though its transverse four cylinder engine has a rather small displacement of only 749cc, it more than makes up for it in feel and power, boasting 137 horsepower and 81 Nm of torque. Also, in true Italian style, the bodywork and overall design have been given special attention, and makes for one of the better-looking machines in its class.

Other features, such as the dual 310 mm front disc brakes with 6-piston calipers, the upside-down hydraulic front fork and the progressive single shock absorber only add to the desirability of this awesome machine, among Gusta fans and not only.

The 2001 MY MV Agusta F4 SPR is based on the F4 S, in terms of styling and bodywork, but has been revised internally, to achieve much better track times, and a more gritty performance out of this awesome machine. The pistons on this machine are lighter and stronger, which make for a higher rev limit, and boost its performance to 140 horsepower.

In addition, a Weber-Marelli fuel injection has been adapted for this higher rev limit, and makes for a smoother throttle response. Many parts that compose the chassis, including the front mudguard and the chain guards have been replaced with carbon-fiber ones, which lower its dry weight with 4 kg, as opposed to its F4 S sibling.

The 2001 MY MV Agusta F4 Senna is a limited edition of only 300 machines, and all the proceeds resulting from its sales go directly to the Senna Foundation, which helps disadvantaged children all around the world. It is based on its F4 sibling, but with a revised engine, which has a larger rev count and produces a whopping, 146 horsepower.

In addition, its visuals are also revised, with a special, black and red color scheme, and all models comes with a silver numbered plaque. Other improvements, as opposed to its siblings, would be the carbon-fiber parts found in the chassis, which lead to a dry weight of only 188 kg.

The 2001 MY MV Agusta F4 S 750 has all the perks that come with a small to mid-sized displacement sportbike, boasting excellent maneuverability and more agility than its larger-bore siblings. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 749cc, transverse four cylinder engine, and can produce 126 horsepower and 72 Nm of torque.

To keep all that power in check, the Italian engineers have fitted it with dual, 6-piston calipers, front brake discs, and a single, 4-piston caliper, rear disk that have been inspired directly from the race track. In addition, a 49 mm upside-down fork and a progressive, single shock absorber in the rear with a single sided swingarm also make it a comfortable machine, capable of longer strolls along the countryside.