NewbieBiker Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Hi everyone! I have waited enough, and it is finally time for me to purchase my first bike. I've been drooling over MV Agusta's for a long time, and I have one perticular bike in my sights. The MV Agusta Brutale. However, as I'm getting closer to the purchase, several questions has popped up in my mind. For instance, is this bike a bit too powerful for a first timer? My experience with bikes are limited. I have played around with Motocross for a little bit, but never on the road or around other vehicles. It's mechanical complexity could also be a problem for someone who doesn't work on bikes too much, if I were to encounter any issues while riding. Some people say I should go for it, and some don't. What do you think? Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Just make sure get a good long test ride. We've all drooled over bikes on paper or online reviews and then found the reality is not for us. Power is in your hands. You don't have to use it all all the time. Personally I like to have plenty in reserve. In terms of complexity on a ride if you have a problem on anything you're likely to be calling the breakdown people. Just check servicing costs and good your local dealer is. If you enjoy the test ride then go for it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiwiBob Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 2 hours ago, NewbieBiker said: Hi everyone! I My experience with bikes are limited. I have played around with Motocross for a little bit, but never on the road or around other vehicles. .......... Thank you! Have you passed your test? ... If you have then buy what ever you fancy! .. Life is too short! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeHorton Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 I'd echo the check servicing costs. The brutale is a snug little fast machine worth a test ride first if it fits the bill go for it but its powerful so as already said don't use all of it. Maybe see if there is an owners group who can offer advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullscreenaging Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 As above. Buy what you like. It will only go as fast you want it to. One thing I will say though is remember what you were taught and when you need to move the bike about when parking up, get off and walk it. You will massively reduce the risk of dropping it than if you stay on a paddle backwards and forwards. Enjoy and post some pics up when you get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerontious Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 They are beautiful machines, but as with any Italian or European bike, do take some time to do some research. maybe pointless if you are going brand new, but worth the effort of you are going for one that's a few years old. look particularly for any issues that seem to be common.. and if/when these were fixed either by recall or by tweaking the design. MV doesn't have a huge dealer network. so that is definitely something worth thinking about. look up the reviews for your nearest dealership. Sadly they might be a bike I admire, but I could never own one as Im simply too tall. I say go with your gut feeling and perhaps consider advanced rider training as part of your future. so you can make the most of it. (and reduce your insurance, possibly) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 I think it depends which one you go for. I have had two the 1078 rr, that always put the fear of god into me, and I have had both a ktm Superduke r which was a well behaved pussycat and am still running a 1200 monster and they are both tame compared to the MV. I have also had the 800 dragster version, which was more predictable and sensible but they still have lots of quirks. They are well made and I had no mechanical issues, but they are a lot more idiosyncratic than most, and I love bikes with character. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Get whatever you can afford the insurance on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveinlim Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 20 hours ago, Fish said: Get whatever you can afford the insurance on. Probably the best point on this thread. With no experience, insurance may be astronomical or unavailable altogether Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe85 Posted May 16, 2022 Share Posted May 16, 2022 (edited) On 15/05/2022 at 13:17, NewbieBiker said: Hi everyone! I have waited enough, and it is finally time for me to purchase my first bike. I've been drooling over MV Agusta's for a long time, and I have one perticular bike in my sights. The MV Agusta Brutale. However, as I'm getting closer to the purchase, several questions has popped up in my mind. For instance, is this bike a bit too powerful for a first timer? My experience with bikes are limited. I have played around with Motocross for a little bit, but never on the road or around other vehicles. It's mechanical complexity could also be a problem for someone who doesn't work on bikes too much, if I were to encounter any issues while riding. Some people say I should go for it, and some don't. What do you think? Thank you! Firstly, get the bike YOU want; pay no attention what anyone else thinks. A bike will only be as fast and powerful as you ride it. Secondly, (as per point one, disregard after reading ) doesn’t matter how complex it is. The only maintenance required of you is to tension and lube the chain, keep an eye on the brake pads and air in/tread on the tyres. The rest is for the OEM. Any failures or issues will be down to them to resolve. If you want it go for it. I can’t think of anything worse than owning a bike i didn’t want. (Apart from no bike at all) Edited May 16, 2022 by Joe85 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Westerly Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 If you've never ridden a bike on the road I assume you haven't got a bike licence? For the Brutale you'll need a full bike licence which may take you a while. As said previously with no experience insurance will be a killer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erin0110 Posted May 17, 2022 Share Posted May 17, 2022 I suppose nice , how old are you? and what is your height? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonio Posted May 19, 2022 Share Posted May 19, 2022 (edited) I've an MV, a Turismo Veloce, MY 2019. Dealer is about an hour away; nice ride there too. Insurance is a bit pricey - group 16 (out of 17). I've found the servicing costs at the dealers fairly reasonable. Once it's done the three years of its warranty my plan has been to take it to the local shop where they specialise in Italian bikes; I've spoken to the guy there a few times, and he knows MVs and Ducatis well. Based on stuff he said, I decided to avoid the electronic automatic suspension - really pricey should it go wrong. So far, though, the bike's proved to be very reliable. To my eyes, build quality looks really good. And of course it's beautiful to look at (but not as beautiful as the Brutale :-)). Here it is The TV is based on MV's 3 cylinder 800cc engine. Oh my, its gorgeous. More than enough bike for me - more sprightly by far than the R1200GS I had before, even loaded up with luggage. It's a road-focussed bike, and rides perfectly on the kind of conditions you meet on UK roads. It will happily gallop through the twisties in 3rd gear at more or less any speed you want. You'd only need 4th if you were to get near triple digits. Which Brutale are you interested in? I've not ridden any them - I like naked bikes, but I find them tiring for all-day riding. MV's litre bikes have a reputation for being more of a handful on the road, so you really need to test ride before you part with your cash. I knew a young guy once who was a competent rider on dirt. He got his licence and bought some stallion of a Panigale that had stolen his heart. Gorgeous to look at. Within a week he'd frightened himself on a bend and never rode on road again. Can't help thinking that if he'd started out with an ER6n, he'd be happily riding his Panigale now. Edited May 19, 2022 by bonio 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullscreenaging Posted May 19, 2022 Share Posted May 19, 2022 Some very sensible advice there bonio. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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