MV Agusta revealed at EICMA the new Stradale 800 model, which is "the right bike every time, whatever the road," according to press material. The new Stradale is heavily based on the Rivale and feature's MV's three-cylinder 800 engine; the chassis retains the Rivale's long-travel suspension but has an extended wheelbase (by 30mm), a 10mm-lower seat height and a more elaborate windscreen. Power has been reduced from the Rivale to 115 hp, while fuel capacity has been increased to 4.2 gallons.
MV Agusta's press release for the 2015 Stradale 800
Varese, 4 November 2014 - Breathtaking braking, awesome acceleration. City streets. Country roads. Motorways. Different situations that used to require different bikes - but not any more. The Stradale 800 rewrites the rules. Because it's the right bike every time, whatever the road.
The new Stradale 800 combines the MV Agusta experience on various types of models to offer an original approach to riding. The ALS steel trellis frame is completed, in the single-sided swingarm pivot area, with lightweight aluminium alloy plates. To ensure the Stradale 800 keeps going no matter what the obstacle, great attention has gone into the design of the suspension: the upside-down Marzocchi fork - adjustable in compression, rebound and spring pre-load - guarantees 150 mm of travel; the single-sided swingarm, connected to the fully adjustable monoshock, provides 150 mm of travel. The chassis has been developed specifically for the Stradale 800.. The 1,460 mm wheelbase has been extended by 30 mm; consequently, the single-sided swingarm is also longer, improving traction. The riding position is completely new: the 870 mm high seat (-10 mm) makes the bike easier to handle and improves the rider's stance on the vehicle to provide enhanced control and comfort. In fact, the front end has been equipped with a protective Plexiglas screen (featuring on-the-go onehanded adjustment) that merges perfectly with the unique Stradale 800 style. The fuel tank is now larger: its 16 litres (+ 4 litres of reserve), together with outstanding thermodynamic engine performance, ensure you'll put in plenty of miles between refuelling stops. The hydraulic clutch makes gear shifts fluid and even. For completely carefree riding. Always.
The standard equipment includes two side panniers: perfectly in keeping with the Stradale 800 style, they also feature built-in turn indicators. This solution, which required specific type approval, gives an immediate advantage: even from behind, the entire width of the bike is clearly visible, exactly as it is from the front and side, where turn indicators on the hand guards serve the same purpose.
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