Built around MV Agusta's naked motorcycle platform, the 2016 MV Agusta Brutale 1090 RR relies on a 1078 cc (65.8 cu in) oil & air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 158 HP (115.3 kW) at 11,900 rpm while maximum torque reaches 100 Nm (73.8 lb-ft) at 10,100 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 146.6 HP per liter and a 1,800 rpm working window between peak torque (10,100 rpm) and peak power (11,900 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the Brutale 1090 RR measures 183 kg (403 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.86 HP/kg (1.16 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 825 mm (32.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,438 mm (56.6 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 23-liter (6.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 265 km/h (165 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's MV Agusta archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2011 to 2018, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
146.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.86 HP/kg (1.16 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,100–11,900 rpm
Standover Height
825 mm (32.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1078.0 ccm (65.78 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsRadial valve
Power158.0 HP (115.3 kW)) @ 11900 RPM
Torque100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 10100 RPM
Compression13.0:1
Bore x Stroke79.0 x 55.0 mm (3.1 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionMagneti Marelli IAW 5SM ignition
CoolingOil & air
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multi-disc with mechanical antisurging device
Front SuspensionMaMarzocchi “UPSIDE - DOWN” telescopic hydraulic fork with reboundcompression damping and spring preload external and separated adjustment.
Front Travel125 mm (4.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive, Sachs single shock absorber with rebound and compression (High speed/Low speed) damping and spring preload adjustment
Rear Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase1438 mm (56.6 inches)
Ground Clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Optional ABS. Floating disc. Brembo radial-type, monobloc with 4 pistons.
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Optional ABS. Nissin with 4 piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø210 mm (8.3 inches)
WheelsAluminium alloy rims
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight183.0 kg (403.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.8634 HP/kg
Seat Height825 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall Width775 mm (30.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity23.00 litres (6.08 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack/grey, Grey/white
Electrical12V 8.6Ah battery. Alternator 350 W at 5000 r.p.m.
Notes
Thermoplastic fairing. Traction control adjustable on 8 levels.
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