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Brutale 990R

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69 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.73 hp/kg
Top Speed
265 km/h
Torque
106 Nm
Engine
998 ccm

2010 MV Agusta Brutale 990R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2010 MV Agusta Brutale 990R naked motorcycle, MV Agusta utilizes a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) oil & air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 139 HP (101.5 kW) at 10,600 rpm while maximum torque reaches 106 Nm (78.2 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 139.3 HP per liter and a 2,600 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 rpm) and peak power (10,600 rpm), 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 Brutale 990R measures 190 kg (419 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.73 HP/kg (1.37 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around 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 2 indexed model years from 2010 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
139.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.73 HP/kg (1.37 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,000–10,600 rpm
Engine
Displacement 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 139.0 HP (101.5 kW)) @ 10600 RPM
Torque 106.0 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression 13.0:1
Bore x Stroke 76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. Sequential timed “Multipoint” electronic injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Oil & air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet, multiplate
Performance
Top Speed 265.0 km/h (164.7 mph)
Chassis
Frame Type CrMo Steel tubular trellis (TIG welded)
Trail 104 mm (4.1 inches)
Front Suspension Upside-down telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload adjustment
Front Travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Suspension Progressive, single shock absorber with rebound compression damping and spring preload
Rear Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1438 mm (56.6 inches)
Ground Clearance 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 190/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. 4-piston caliper
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. 4-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø 210 mm (8.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.7316 HP/kg
Overall Height 830 mm (32.7 inches)
Overall Length 2093 mm (82.4 inches)
Overall Width 760 mm (29.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 23.00 litres (6.08 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Red or Black, both with Silver tank side panels.
Notes

A power reduced version exits.

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