When MV Agusta launched the Superveloce 800, many people’s mouths were immediately watered, as incredibly cool as this new neo-retro supersport was. At the EICMA in Milan, MV has now unveiled the superlative: the Superveloce 1000 Serie Oro. The same looks, but equipped with the 208 hp strong one-litre four-cylinder from the Brutale 1000 RR.
An exclusive limited series, each hand assembled and numbered, supplied with a certificate of authenticity and comprehensive racing kit. The Superveloce 1000 Serie Oro stands alongside the hugely popular Superveloce 800, the godfather of the MV Agusta neo-retro supersport.
According to MV, the Superveloce 1000 is a major technical and stylistic evolution of the 800, driven by research and development using CFD (computer fluid dynamics) and other advanced technology, primarily focused on major advances in aerodynamics.
“With the Superveloce 800, we have created the neo-retro supersport category. We have now gone even further by expanding the range and creating a neo-retro hypersport bike. We’ve drawn on our history as a technology pioneer, but the Superveloce 1000 Series Oro goes way beyond a look back at the past.
The application of technology focused not only on the bicycle itself, but on the entire production process: from design and development tools to industrialization. Technological features throughout the process, from start to finish: 3D scanning, computer dynamics, 3D modeling and virtualization.
An example is our analysis of carbon fiber production processes and the choice of multi-layer technologies, both manual laminate and forged, based on actual usage requirements. They have specific properties that we can exploit, such as the reduced thickness and multi-directional resistance of forged carbon fiber.
Technology, not just for the part itself, but for the entire process. We have been able to apply new technologies that were considered futuristic until a few years ago and which we have used to explore the relationship between style and technique.”
Based on the platform of the Brutale 1000 RR, the Superveloce takes over the frame, single-sided swingarm and of course the four-cylinder inline engine. MV says the bike was inspired by the legendary MVs that competed in Grand Prix racing, specifically the MV 500 model that debuted the first aerodynamic wings in Grand Prix racing 50 years ago, in 1972.
Today, this technical and stylistic choice is developed and consolidated with an almost futuristic design. At the same time, retro features of the Superveloce 1000 Serie Oro have made Oro a conceptual successor to the racing bikes of the 60s and 70s, highlighting the Italian brand’s tradition of technological advancement.
The Superveloce 1000 Series Oro has many features that collectively celebrate the full integration of aerodynamics with style and design. One example is the carbon front disc brake caps, which offer a striking aesthetic reminiscent of the drum brakes of yesteryear, but also serve to cool the calipers.
Then the airflow around the brakes is directed towards the water and oil radiator, which aids cooling. Ventilations in the fairing have an additional function: they generate downward pressure on the front wheel and create a vacuum behind the oil radiator, speeding up the removal of warm air from the radiator.
There is a clear aerodynamic and thermodynamic goal: form and function. A precise aerodynamic design generates 39.2 kg of downforce at 320 km/h. Development work on the airflow has optimized the oil temperature, improving the efficiency of the one-litre four-cylinder.
The development activity of computational fluid dynamics is even more apparent in the design of the winglet surface, which spans the entire front width with the exception of a small area under the headlight. It is amazing how beautifully the winglet is integrated into the design.
“As a designer I can confirm that there are mechanical and aerodynamic parts that are highly technically functional yet lack style, like many MotoGP components. On our Superveloce 1000 Serie Oro, the winglets are effective but also have strong stylistic value. Form follows function, and the result is very successful in design terms.
We’ve revisited the concept of the winglets, inspired by Formula 1, particularly in terms of the need to keep the airflow as close to the engine as possible. That’s why we worked on the airflow to “clean” it and achieve a better drag coefficient. In MotoGP, the sole purpose is to generate downforce. We also wanted to eliminate rider issues caused by airflow. While achieving a stylistic result in line with the excellence of MV Agusta.”
All parts of the fairing are made of carbon fiber, with the exception of the petrol branch which is made of thermoplastic material. All in all, there are 40 carbon fiber parts that allow the Superveloce 1000 Series Oro to hit the nail on the head in terms of aesthetics as well as weight.
So much for the beautiful blabla, but what exactly is under that carbon? Let’s start with the block, which as mentioned has been taken from the Brutale 1000 RR and is good for a top power of 208 hp at 13,000 rpm (212 hp with race kit) and 116.5 Nm of torque at 11,000 rpm. The most recent evolution of the inline four features a balancer shaft that rotates at twice the speed of the primary shaft.
The target? Eliminate high-frequency vibration and make steering easier and faster. According to MV, this solution has had a significant impact on the bike’s handling and reactivity, and increases at higher revs. MV claims that at 14,000 rpm, vibration is reduced by 54%.
For the Superveloce 1000 Series Oro, MV Agusta has developed a package that covers all the functionality of the standard feature-packed electronics set-up, starting with the mapping of the ECU, defined according to the specifics of the model. The MV EAS 3.0 up/down quickshifter is specifically adapted to the Superveloce 1000 Series Oro, as well as the Continental MK100 cornering ABS with RLM (Real Wheel Lift-up Mitigation). The traction control is adjustable in eight positions, while wheelie control uses data from the IMU.
While the astonishingly strong engine, suspension and frame have been adopted from the Brutale 1000 RR, the weight distribution on the Superveloce 1000 is different. The suspension is of the highest quality, with an Öhlins Nix EC fork with TiN coating, whose damping is fully electronically adjustable. The adjustment of the spring preload, on the other hand, is done manually.
The single rear shock is also an electronically controlled Öhlins model (EC TTX). Connected to the single-sided aluminum alloy swingarm with height-adjustable pin (+/- 4mm), this guarantees 120mm of travel. The Öhlins steering damper also features electronic adjustment, which can be integrated with manual control. The exceptional braking system features Brembo Stylema monobloc radial calipers and 320mm discs at the front, with a 220mm steel disc and two-piston calipers at the rear.
Designed exclusively by CRC for the Superveloce 1000 Series Oro, the forged aluminum wheels are distinguished by their integration of different construction techniques, with a five-spoke design. Of course, the complete Arrow-manufactured titanium exhaust system is equally unique, featuring the iconic four pipes of the first, unforgettable F4.
From the saddle you have a view of a 5.5″ TFT color display, all primary functionality of which has been updated for 2023, with dedicated graphics. The multi-function backlit switches have remained, as well as the MV Ride app, which allows you to access via your smartphone. the electronics and motor can be set up Connectivity, including mobile connection, navigation, route recording and transfer of ride data, is one of the real strengths of the motorcyclist interface, according to MV.
The first Serie Oro was, of course, the F4 750, presented in 1997 and immediately one of the most sought-after models for motorcycle collectors worldwide. The Brutale 750 Serie Oro, on the other hand, dates from 2002 and, like the F4, was immediately recognizable by its many gold magnesium alloy components: frame plates, forks and wheels with star design.
It took ten years for the next Serie Oro, the F3 675, to introduce the three-cylinder engine and launch a new, exciting direction for MV Agusta supersport motorcycles. In 2019 there were two models: the Superveloce 800 Serie Oro, with its classic minimalist design, and the Brutale 1000 Serie Oro, packed with prestigious technical components and an angular, muscular design.
– Thanks for information from Motorfreaks.