Engineered by MV Agusta for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2023 MV Agusta Brutale 1000 RS pairs a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 208 HP (151.8 kW) at 13,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 116.5 Nm (85.9 lb-ft) at 11,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 208.4 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (11,000 rpm) and peak power (13,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the Brutale 1000 RS measures 186 kg (410 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.12 HP/kg (0.89 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 845 mm (33.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,415 mm (55.7 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6.8 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 235 km (146 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 300 km/h (186 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's MV Agusta archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2022 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
208.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
1.12 HP/kg (0.89 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
11,000–13,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~235 km (146 mi)
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsRadial valve and DLC tappet. Cooling with separated liquid and oil radiators.
Power208.0 HP (151.8 kW)) @ 13000 RPM
Torque116.5 Nm (11.9 kgf-m or 85.9 ft.lbs) @ 11000 RPM
Compression13.4:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 50.9 mm (3.1 x 2.0 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Integrated ignition - injection system MVICS 2.1 (Motor and Vehicle Integrated Control System) with eight injectors (4 lower fuel injectors by Mikuni + 4 upper fuel injectors by Magneti Marelli with increased fuel flow)
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multi-disc with back torque limiting device and Brembo radial pump/lever assembly
DrivelineCassette style, constant mesh
Performance
Top Speed300.0 km/h (186.4 mph)
0-100 km/h3.15 seconds
Fuel Consumption6.80 litres/100 km (14.7 km/l or 34.59 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases157.8 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission DetailsEuro 5
Chassis
Frame TypeCrMo Steel tubular trellis
Trail97 mm (3.8 inches)
Front SuspensionMarzocchi “UPSIDE - DOWN” telescopic hydraulic fork with adjustable rebound-compression damping and external spring preload.
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionAluminium single sided swing arm. Progressive Sachs, single shock absorber with rebound and compression (High speed/Low speed) damping and spring preload adjustment
Rear Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase1415 mm (55.7 inches)
Ground Clearance141 mm (5.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre200/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. 4 pistons. Brembo. ABS.
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. 2 pistons. Brembo. ABS.
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
WheelsAluminium alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight186.0 kg (410.1 pounds)
Power/Weight1.1183 HP/kg
Seat Height845 mm (33.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2080 mm (81.9 inches)
Overall Width805 mm (31.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsAgo Red/Dark Metallic Matt Grey, Magnesium silver/Dark Metallic Matt Grey
InstrumentsTFT 5”color display
ElectricalLi-ion 12 V 4.0 Ah battery
Warranty3 years warranty
Notes
Thermoplastic fairings. Ride by wire. Traction control with 8 levels. Cruise control. Bluetooth GPS MV Ride App for navigation mirroring.
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