Clean, Low Mile Brute: 2010 MV Agusta Brutale 990R for Sale

2010 MV Agusta Brutale 990R
Miles: 7,800
Clean California Title
Listed price: $5,399

Originally introduced right on the heels of the F4 as a naked companion model for riders with a more practical bent, the Brutale was a high-spec unfaired bike that shared the F4s frame, engine and high-quality running gear. At first, displacement matched the F4s 750cc, but lagged behind as that bike’s engine grew, supposedly because the F4s bigger engines “didn’t fit” into the Brutale’s frame as the development of the two bikes diverged, but more likely to keep the two models from competing. Or to keep the Brutale from killing its riders. But the bike did evolve, and 2010 saw the introduction of the MV Agusta Brutale 990R that displaced 998cc and produced 139hp and 78lb-ft of torque, a figure dwarfed by modern supernakeds, but pretty impressive considering the relatively raw nature of the bike and the primitive traction control systems of the era. Shockingly, this was actually the lower-spec version of the Brutale: there was also a 1078cc version available at the same time, dubbed the 1090RR, which seems like absolute overkill, but was probably entirely appropriate, given the bike’s name. Suspension was handled by a fat 50mm fully-adjustable Marzocchi fork, matched with a Sachs shock that was adjustable for preload only. The bike did feature an 8-level traction control system, but the 990R lacked a slipper clutch, although the 1090RR did feature one.

For Sale: MV Agusta Brutale 990R. My beloved MV Agusta Brutale is up for sale. These bikes have become increasingly rare, especially ones in excellent condition. Hand built in Varese, Italy, the 990R combines Massimo Tamburini’s iconic styling with a 998cc inline-four and a single sided swing arm. Some may know he designed the classic Ducati 916/996 and the MV Agusta F4 race bikes.

I fell in love with this model, saved for a year to buy it, and have kept it meticulously maintained in excellent condition. Very reliable, this is actually my second one and they have been amazing. Insanely georgious bike that looks amazing from every angle. This bike is an absolute blast — huge smile every mile. It turns heads everywhere, she gets so much attention, sounds like a Ferrari (with an engine designed by them), and delivers thrilling performance. It’s the fastest bike I’ve owned and a true Italian masterpiece: classic style with modern tech. Second owner and have only put an additional 1300 or so miles on it, so it’s not being ridden nearly enough. Cosmetically this bike is very clean.

Traction control
CRG bar end mirrors
Tidy Tail LED turn signals
Lots of carbon fiber parts
Can provide paperwork/service history from Bay Area service providers.

Not a beginner bike.

While F4s have been creeping up in value, or at least in terms of asking prices anyway, the values of bikes like this MV Agusta Brutale 990R have remained very flat, although they’re not as common as they used to be. This one is clean, has low miles, includes some nice cosmetic upgrades, and appears to have been fastidiously maintained, a very important consideration when looking at used MV Agustas. Less than $6,000 gets you one of the most beautiful naked bikes of the modern era, with frankly pretty ludicrous power considering the relatively primitive state of rider aids at the time, and superlative handling. It’s obviously not the most practical motorcycle, but if you’ve got room in your garage for a fair-weather, wind-in-your-face screamer, act now and scoop this one up. They can’t possibly stay this cheap forever.

-tad