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2008MV Agusta Brutale America

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The 2008 MV Agusta Brutale America is a lightweight naked bike with an aggressive character, powered by a 748cc four-cylinder engine producing 127 horsepower. Its compact size, sharp handling, and Italian styling appeal to riders seeking a nimble, performance-oriented streetbike. Best known for combining European design flair with genuine track-derived performance at accessible displacement.

Capacity
748.9 ccm
Engine
In-line four
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
Not on record
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Seat height
805 mm
Power
127.0 HP (93.4 kW)
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What’s new for the 2008 MV Agusta Brutale America

vs the 2007
Spec20072008
Power 125.3 HP (92.2 kW) 127.0 HP (93.4 kW)
Top speed — 249.9 km/h (155.3 mph)
Other years 2006 2007 2008

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 85Agility 90Comfort 55Off-road 5Touring 35Road manners 92
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering92%
City riding55%
Daily riding50%
Touring35%
Two-up30%
Track85%
Best for
It's built for spirited road riding and canyon carving where its light trellis frame and strong brakes reward a committed, sporty riding style.
Built for
It has the temperament of a fiery, exclusive Italian sportbike with naked styling, rewarding confident throttle inputs with sharp, visceral feedback.
Not ideal for
This is not the right choice for beginners, riders seeking plush comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or off-road use.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 805mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 MV Agusta Brutale America, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
748.9 ccm
Power
127.0 HP (93.4 kW)
Engine type
In-line four
Compression
12.0:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, multi-plate
Performance
Top speed
249.9 km/h (155.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1414 mm
Seat height
805 mm
Fuel capacity
21.00 litres
Ground clearance
130 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
CrMo Steel tubular trellis and magnesium alloy
Front suspension
Upside-down telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload adjustment
Rear suspension
Progressive, single shock absorber with rebound compression damping and spring preload
Trail
98 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
221 mm
Front tyre
120/65-ZR17
Rear tyre
190/50-ZR17
Other
Color options
Blue/red/gray

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200620072008
Capacity 749 cc 749 cc 749 cc
Seat height 805 mm 805 mm 805 mm
Fuel capacity 21 L 21 L 21 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the MV Agusta Brutale America?

The 2008 MV Agusta Brutale America has a Capacity of 748.9 ccm (45.70 cubic inches).

What engine power does the MV Agusta Brutale America have?

The 2008 MV Agusta Brutale America has a Power of 127.0 HP (93.4 kW).

How many gears does the MV Agusta Brutale America have?

The 2008 MV Agusta Brutale America has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

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