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750 S America

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55 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.31 hp/kg
Top Speed
210 km/h
Engine
789 ccm

1976 MV Agusta 750 S America Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around MV Agusta's sport motorcycle platform, the 1976 MV Agusta 750 S America utilizes a 789 cc (48.1 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 75.1 HP (54.8 kW) at 8,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 95.2 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 750 S America measures 240 kg (529 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.31 HP/kg (3.2 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,390 mm (54.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 210 km/h (130 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's MV Agusta archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1975 to 1976, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
95.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.31 HP/kg (3.2 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 789.0 ccm (48.14 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Power 75.1 HP (54.8 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Compression 9.5:1
Bore x Stroke 69.0 x 56.0 mm (2.7 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Carburettor. Dell´Orto
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Coil
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 210.0 km/h (130.5 mph)
Chassis
Frame Type Half Duplex
Front Suspension Teledraulic
Rear Suspension Swingarm with Hydraylic Dampers
Wheelbase 1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Double disc
Front Brake Ø 280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake
Rear Brake Ø 200 mm (7.9 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 240.0 kg (529.1 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 24.00 litres (6.34 US gallons)
Other
Color Options Red
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