800 SS Super Daytona America

1977 MV Agusta 800 SS Super Daytona America Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by MV Agusta for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 1977 MV Agusta 800 SS Super Daytona America relies on a 789 cc (48.1 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 90 HP (65.7 kW) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 114.1 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 800 SS Super Daytona America measures 265 kg (584 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.34 HP/kg (2.94 kg per horsepower). The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 228 km/h (142 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's MV Agusta archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1976 to 1977, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.