Naked Motorcycles
2016MV Agusta Rivale 800
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The 2016 MV Agusta Rivale 800 is a middleweight naked bike designed for riders seeking Italian styling with practical everyday usability. Known for its distinctive retro-modern design and manageable 178 kg weight, it delivers accessible performance with ride-by-wire technology and ABS braking for confidence in varied conditions. Best suited to experienced riders who appreciate character and design over outright power, the Rivale offers a refined alternative in the middleweight naked segment.
- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 178.0 kg
- Seat height
- 881 mm
- Power
- 123.4 HP (92.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 MV Agusta Rivale 800
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | — | 245.0 km/h (152.2 mph) |
| Dry weight | 170.0 kg (374.8 pounds) | 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds) |
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) | 881 mm (34.7 inches) |
| Front suspension | Marzocchi | Marzocchi USD |
| Rear suspension | Sachs | Sachs single shock |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a sharp, exotic naked bike for spirited backroad riding and technical cornering rather than commuting or distance touring.
- Built for
- An exclusive, high-revving Italian naked with race-derived chassis dynamics, delivering a raw, engaging, and demanding ride.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for beginners, tall-mileage touring riders, or anyone seeking a plush, relaxed, or off-road-capable machine.
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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- Capacity
- 798.0 ccm
- Power
- 123.4 HP (92.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 168 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- GMVAC.798MHC-002
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 7.15 L/100km (32.9 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 3.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 84.0 Nm (8.6 kgf-m) @ 8600 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line three-cylinder, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6933 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 79.0 x 54.3 mm
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Motor and Vehicle Integrated Control System
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet multi-plate
Performance
- Top speed
- 245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Overall length
- 2070 mm
- Seat height
- 881 mm
- Dry weight
- 178.0 kg
- Ground clearance
- 142 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel trellis combined with a rear of two aluminium alloy plates
- Front suspension
- Marzocchi USD
- Rear suspension
- Sachs single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Trail
- 95 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Red/silver, white
- Comments
- Ride-By-Wire.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Plastic
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 | 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 798 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc | 798 cc |
| Dry weight | 170 kg | 170 kg | 178 kg | 178 kg | 178 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm | 881 mm | 881 mm | 881 mm |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the MV Agusta Rivale 800?
The 2016 MV Agusta Rivale 800 has a Capacity of 798.0 ccm (48.70 cubic inches).
What engine power does the MV Agusta Rivale 800 have?
The 2016 MV Agusta Rivale 800 has a Power of 123.4 HP (92.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM.
How many gears does the MV Agusta Rivale 800 have?
The 2016 MV Agusta Rivale 800 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the MV Agusta Rivale 800?
The 2016 MV Agusta Rivale 800 has a Torque of 84.0 Nm (8.6 kgf-m or 62.0 ft.lbs) @ 8600 RPM.
How much does the MV Agusta Rivale 800 weigh?
The 2016 MV Agusta Rivale 800 has a Dry weight of 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds).
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