2024 MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS America First Look

[Hugh Janus]

MV Agusta’s Dragster RR SCS America is a US-only special edition. (MV Agusta/)

At EICMA 1973, the new MV Agusta 750 Sport debuted a very American red-white-blue color scheme. The classic and aggressive tank and seat design and the perfect graphics conjured to the success of the bike and, together with the name America, became an icon in the serial exclusiveness of MV Agusta (and Magni) sport models—each highly appreciated by the nostalgic enthusiasts of the make. In a time when the KTM and MV Agusta management are still in the process of defining what is around the corner for the legendary Schiranna-located motorcycle brand, here comes a very special America edition of the Dragster RR SCS naked sportbike, reminiscent of that model from 50 years ago.

1973 MV Agusta 750 Sport (MV Agusta/)

As we have seen time after time for MV Agusta, this is a limited edition, only 300 units and all reserved for American enthusiasts. After all, the US market is, in MV Agusta’s own words, “the most important market” and this special attention is duly justified.

The America edition of the MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS is based on the top-of-the-range version of the 2023 MV Agusta Dragster RR, powered by the MV Agusta 800cc triple (79mm by 54.3mm bore and stroke) in its Euro 5–approved spec featuring a 13.3:1 compression ratio and 50mm throttle bodies. In standard settings it delivers a claimed 140 hp at 12,300 rpm and 64.2 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 10,250 rpm.

Producing a claimed 140 hp in standard trim, the MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS America’s triple features a transparent clutch cover. Beneath that cover is a Rekluse auto-clutch. (MV Agusta/)

In many respects this unit is the most efficient of the whole MV Agusta range—strong and free revving, but also fluid and progressive from as low as 3,000 rpm. This underlines that the technical team led by Dr. Brian Gillen developed a well-advanced and integrated MVICS 2.1 engine management system based on the latest Eldor Nemo 2.1 ECU that operates four torque maps.

The electronic suite includes a Mikuni ride-by-wire throttle control and eight-level traction control, managed by the Continental MK 100 ABS central unit. In addition, the safety and riding assistance electronics include MV Ride app, cruise control, GPS Bluetooth sensor, launch control, wheelie control, and a Mobisat antitheft system with geolocation capability.

MV Agusta’s 800cc triple complies with Euro 5 emission standards with a pleasant throttle response and a solid torque delivery from low rpm all the way up. The 1,000cc inline-four is not as refined as this three-pot mill.

With the Akrapovič exhaust the America gets eight more horses, for a total of 148. (MV Agusta/)

The RR SCS America comes complete with a Rekluse automatic clutch (thus the SCS acronym) shown off by a transparent clutch cover. The gearbox is the well-known six-speed cassette-type unit, assisted by the MV EAS 3.0 quick up-and-down shift electronic control system. This suite of advanced electronics comes as standard equipment, along with a bike cover and an authenticity certificate. Each bike is laser numbered on the upper tri-clamp.

The chassis remains based on the composite structure featuring a main steel tubing trellis frame integrated by solid aluminum plates clamping the rear engine mounts to locate the pivot of the aluminum single-sided swingarm. The wheelbase spans 55.1 inches, and the steering geometry features a 24-degree steering rake that generates 4.1 inches of trail. MV Agusta’s Dragster RR SCS America rolls on 120/70ZR-17 front and 200/55ZR-17 rear Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires. The 6.00 x 17 rear forged aluminum wheel is hidden by the same carbon fiber cover that was originally designed for the highly emotional Rush 1000 model.

The Dragster RR SCS America gets a carbon wheel cover like that of the truly bonkers Rush 1000. (MV Agusta/)

For the suspension, MV Agusta continues to confirm its preference for a Marzocchi fork up front and a Sachs gas-charged monoshock at the rear. The Marzocchi fork is 43mm. The braking system is, naturally, entrusted to Brembo front 320mm twin rotors disc teamed to radial-mount 32mm four-piston calipers.

Now to the raison d’être of this America edition of the Dragster RR SCS model, its special styling and, mainly, the red, white, and blue graphics. Its color scheme is totally different from all previous tricolor models, let alone the original 750 Sport. Then, only the tank was painted red-white-blue with a sober, elegant, but also very strong graphic effect. Now, blue is the dominant color, extending its presence from the sides of the tank to the front side shields, with a few extra touches on the rear wheel carbon fiber cover, the front fender, and the profile of the seat. Red extends from the top of the tank to the sides of the rider seat and to the top section of the passenger seat. The central section of the seat is in black suede with double stitching, and it definitely adds a touch of styling refinement. White is limited to a triangulated flash on the side of the tank and of the front shields.

Red, white, and blue Italian—just like the author. (MV Agusta/)

A very positive side of the Dragster RR SCS America is that it is based on a very rewarding naked sportbike with great handling qualities and one of the sweetest and yet strongest engines in the class. In case 140 horses might sound inadequate, an addition of the Akrapovič Titanium exhaust system bumps the power to a claimed 148 hp at 12,800 rpm and fattens the torque curve over a wider range of revs.

MV Agusta says the Dragster RR SCS America is available starting today only at US dealers. Starting MSRP is $28,247.

2024 MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS America Specs

MSRP:	$28,247
Engine:	DOHC, liquid-cooled triple; 4 valves/cyl.
Displacement:	798cc
Bore x Stroke:	79.0 x 54.3mm
Compression Ratio:	13.3:1
Transmission/Final Drive:	6-speed/chain
Claimed Horsepower:	140 hp @ 12,300 rpm
Claimed Torque:	64.2 lb.-ft. @ 10,250 rpm
Fuel System:	Fuel injection w/ 50mm Mikuni throttle bodies, ride-by-wire
Clutch:	SCS 2.0 (Smart Clutch System) Radius CX automatic, wet, multiplate; hydraulic clutch actuation
Frame:	ALS steel tubular trellis
Front Suspension:	43mm USD Marzocchi fork, fully adjustable; 4.9 in. travel
Rear Suspension:	Progressive Sachs single shock, fully adjustable; 5.1 in. travel
Front Brake:	Brembo radial 4-piston calipers, dual 320mm discs w/ Continental MK 100 cornering ABS
Rear Brake:	Brembo 2-piston caliper, 220mm disc w/ Continental MK 100 cornering ABS
Wheels, Front/Rear:	Aluminum alloy spoked; 17 x 3.50 in. / 17 x 6.00 in.
Tires, Front/Rear:	120/70ZR-17 / 200/55ZR-17
Rake/Trail:	24.0°/4.1 in.
Wheelbase:	55.1 in.
Ground Clearance:	5.3 in.
Seat Height:	33.3 in.
Fuel Capacity:	4.4 gal.
Claimed Dry Weight:	386 lb.
Contact:	mvagusta.com

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[Pedro]

When did MV Agustas become ugly?

[Buckster]

9 hours ago, Pedro said:

When did MV Agustas become ugly?

I like it.