The MV Agusta Rush 1000 is a limited-edition streetfighter motorcycle produced by the Italian manufacturer MV Agusta. The drag-race-inspired machine is based on the Brutale 1000RR and was first shown at the 2019 Milan EICMA show.[1] Production was limited to 300 machines,[2] and manufacture started in June 2020.[3]

MV Agusta Rush 1000
ManufacturerMV Agusta
Production2020-
AssemblyVarese, Italy
ClassStreetfighter
Engine998 cc four cylinder, 4 stroke, 16 valve, DOHC
Bore / stroke79 x 50.9mm
Compression ratio13.4:1
Power205 bhp
TransmissionWet multi-plate clutch, 6 gears, chain drive
Frame typeLattice
SuspensionFront: Telescopic forks
Rear:Single-sided swingarm with single shock absorber
BrakesDisc brakes
TiresFront:120/70 ZR17
Rear:200/55 ZR17
Rake, trail97 mm
Wheelbase1415 mm
Seat height845 mm
Weight405 pounds (184 kg) (dry)

Engine edit

The Rush uses the same F4 derived engine as the Brutale 1000RR. The liquid cooled inline four cylinder four-stroke is set across the frame and has two overhead camshafts (DOHC), 16 'radial' valves, electronic multipoint fuel injection, and induction discharge electronic ignition with a displacement of 998 cc (60.9 cu in). The engine was uprated for the Brutale 1000RR and Rush with titanium conrods, new valve guides, cams and ECU. Power output is 205 bhp, or 209 bhp with the optional race exhaust and ECU fitted.[4][5]

Chassis edit

The engine hangs from a tubular aluminium and steel trellis frame and is a stressed member. The rear suspension is a single-sided swinging arm controlled by an Öhlins EC suspension unit.[3] Front suspension is by semi-active Öhlins forks and the twin font and single rear disc brakes are from Braking. The front wheel is spoked and the rear forced alloy with a carbon fibre cover.[4]

Many of the body parts are manufactured from CNC-machined aluminium, titanium, and carbon fibre, giving a dry weight of 405 pounds (184 kg)[3]

Electronics edit

A full electronics suite is fitted to the bike, including traction and launch control systems, up/down quickshifter,[3] ABS, anti-wheelie, cruise control[4] and electronic suspension.[5] Four rider modes (Sport, Race, Rain and Custom) are available.[2]

References edit

  1. ^ Clarke, Ben (5 November 2019). "Carbon-clad MV Agusta Rush 1000 set to arrive in June for 300-unit limited production run". www.motorcyclenews.com. Retrieved 27 May 2020.
  2. ^ a b "REVIEW - MV Agusta Rush 1000 (2020)". Bennetts UK. Retrieved 1 May 2021.
  3. ^ a b c d Cherney, Andrew (22 May 2020). "2020 MV Agusta Rush 1000 Production To Start In June". Cycle World. Retrieved 1 May 2021.
  4. ^ a b c Neeves, Michael (20 November 2020). "MV-AGUSTA RUSH 1000 (2020 - on) Review". Motor Cycle News. Retrieved 1 May 2021.
  5. ^ a b Child, Adam (19 November 2020). "MV Agusta Rush 1000 Review". MCNews. Retrieved 1 May 2021.

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