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F4 1000 R

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78 /100 High Performance
Power/Weight
0.97 hp/kg
Top Speed
305 km/h
Torque
144 Nm
Engine
1078 ccm

2010 MV Agusta F4 1000 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by MV Agusta for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2010 MV Agusta F4 1000 R relies on a 1078.3 cc (65.8 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 186 HP (135.8 kW) at 12,900 rpm while maximum torque reaches 144 Nm (106.2 lb-ft) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 172.5 HP per liter and a 3,900 rpm working window between peak torque (9,000 rpm) and peak power (12,900 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.

On the scales, the F4 1000 R measures 192.5 kg (424 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.97 HP/kg (1.03 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,430 mm (56.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 305 km/h (190 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's MV Agusta archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2006 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
172.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.97 HP/kg (1.03 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,000–12,900 rpm
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 1078.3 ccm (65.80 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 186.0 HP (135.8 kW)) @ 12900 RPM
Torque 144.0 Nm (14.7 kgf-m or 106.2 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM
Compression 13.1:1
Bore x Stroke 79.0 x 55.0 mm (3.1 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Magneti Marelli IAW 7BM ignition - injection integrated system with Mikuni throttle body; induction discharge electronic ignition; Sequential timed “Multipoint” electronic injection ; Variable height intake ducts with Torque Shift System (TSS)
Cooling Liquid
Max RPM 13500
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Slipper clutch
Performance
Top Speed 305.0 km/h (189.5 mph)
Exhaust 4-1 exhaust system with valve
Chassis
Frame Type CrMo Steel tubular trellis
Trail 100 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension Upside-down telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload adjustment
Front Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Suspension Progressive, single shock absorber with rebound compression damping and spring preload
Rear Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground Clearance 115 mm (4.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 190/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. 4-piston
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. 4-piston
Rear Brake Ø 210 mm (8.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 192.5 kg (424.4 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.9662 HP/kg
Seat Height 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 680 mm (26.8 inches)
Overall Length 2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall Width 750 mm (29.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Gray/red, black, gray
Notes

TC MK II traction control system, adjustable on 8 levels. A power reduced version is available.

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