MV Agusta Teams Up With Motorsport Legend Alpine For Superveloce Limited Edition
Not included in the press release below is the fact that, starting in the 2021 model year, all the MV Agusta three-cylinder platforms will benefit from upgraded electronics, including a six-axis IMU, Continental Cornering-ABS, launch control, rear lift mitigation, traction/slip control, front lift control (MV emphasized this was different from wheelie control in that it maximizes drive from the rear wheel instead of managing wheelies. Take that with a grain of salt if you wish).Â
The frame’s side plates are also stiffer, contributing to the chassis’s overall increased rigidity. Spring rates and valving are also slightly different to the standard Superveloce, according to MV Agusta’s director of R&D, Brian Gillen.
Lastly, the Superveloce Alpine edition, along with the rest of the three-cylinder family, will feature connectivity in the form of the MV Ride App. This allows for seamless integration of navigation, social features, and community building. It can also allow for performance tracking, say, at the race track, with data acquisition. Pricing for the North American market had yet to be determined as of press time. -TS
Begin press release:
MV Agusta is joining forces with Alpine, the iconic French manufacturer of racing and sports cars, for the design and production of a 110-units limited series bike inspired by the Alpine A110. The Superveloce was a natural choice for this project as it perfectly embodies the spirit of the A110, sharing the same ...
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