I might buy an MV Agusta F4 today.

[falconati]

2007 F4-1000R.  What should I know?  Looking to buy this in a few hours maybe, so quick responses would be excellent.

[sammyseaman]

Just buy it and be cool. This place is in short supply of that.

[Blunder]

We'll need pics and details ASAP.

[falconati]

Already checked with insurance, and they're only going to charge me $300/year.  Uh ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[Papa Lazarou]

They require riding fast everywhere-it's the nature of the beast. They really don't like slow.

[Jeff]

You should know that I only live a few hours from you and you're welcome to store your S3 (and the keys) here, in order to make room for the MV.

[Flyer]

Already checked with insurance, and they're only going to charge me $300/year.  Uh ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

You Yanquies are so spoiled.  
Just buy it, and I'll try not to drool on the keyboard when you post THE PICS.  

[antvq]

He won't be back.  He bought it and tried to sport tour on it already.  Since it has no electrically adjustable windshield, like the mighty FJR, he probably disappeared in a puff of smoke.

[Orson]

2007 F4-1000R.  What should I know?  Looking to buy this in a few hours maybe, so quick responses would be excellent.

I heard that MV won't even talk to you unless you have smoldering sex toy looks like that Edward guy from the vampire movies.

[Jeff]

Bruce Wayne rides an MV.

[Rincewind]

They are SO sexy.  I'd do some poking around at http://www.mvagusta.net for owner feedback.  

Are you going to use it for the track?  Do you really want a pure superbike?  I thought from some of your posts that you are not that interested in riding super fast.  

[DNA]

Buy it.

Buy it  now.

If you ride it 3000 miles and hate it -then sell it - but buy it first and post the pics.

Life is short - you got no kids (I think) so live like we wish we could.

 

[atadaskew]

Make sure you keep the bike clean and wear some bitchin' leathers to go with it.

I'm sick of seeing fugly bikes covered in filth being ridden by fat doods in faded cordura gear with mismatched gloves and high viz helmets.

Don't they realize motorcycling is meant to be sexy?

[sammyseaman]

Make sure you keep the bike clean and wear some bitchin' leathers to go with it.

I'm sick of seeing fugly bikes covered in filth being ridden by fat doods in faded cordura gear with mismatched gloves and high viz helmets.

Don't they realize motorcycling is meant to be sexy?

Those guys don't care. They ain't gettin' laid anyway. Feckin' mingers.

[atadaskew]

Those guys don't care. They ain't gettin' laid anyway. Feckin' mingers.

Let me guess, they're the same ones complaining about Keira Knightly?...

 

[Blunder]

I'm sick of seeing fugly bikes covered in filth being ridden by fat doods in faded cordura gear with mismatched gloves and high viz helmets.

Describes the majority here. Well, maybe the gloves match, but I'm sure they're tatty with use, too.  

[county]

If you buy it can I have your Triple?

[falconati]

Ugh...writing a check this big is awful...

[Orson]

I read on the internet that Lindsey Lohan phones each new customer

[falconati]

She'd be barking up the wrong tree, brah  

[Mr. Whippy]

I bought a Ducati 996 last fall.  Love riding it.  If there's not going to be stop and go traffic predicted, it gets the call nearly every time.

No back issues with it either, (so far max time on has been  4-6 hour rides.)

[Mr. Whippy]

She'd be barking up the wrong tree, brah  

I heard hunky Eric from True Blood is option B.

[falconati]

I'm already dating the guy of my dreams, and he thinks it's too expensive  

[Jeff]

Ugh...writing a check this big is awful...

You poor bastard... I feel so sorry for you.  

Congratulations!

I'm already dating the guy of my dreams, and he thinks it's too expensive

Dreams or nightmares?

You should know that I only live a few hours from you and you're welcome to store your S3 (and the keys) here, in order to make room for the MV.

My offer still stands!  

[desert_rider]

Ugh...writing a check this big is awful...

Pics.  NOW!

[rgbeard]

I read on the internet that Ricky Martin phones each new customer

Fixed that one....

I'm already dating the guy of my dreams, and he thinks it's too expensive  

Ricky Martin would not think so.  In fact he'd probably have a newer one lined up for ya!

[fxrbill]

MV pulled all of their parts from the US so you have to get them from Italy.Also check the rear sprocket and do not over tighten it.They run rather warm in slow traffic,see upgraded impeller threads on the MV site.I still want a Brutale.Ride safe and have fun.

[atadaskew]

MV pulled all of their parts from the US so you have to get them from Italy.

Ducati did that a while back and it vastly improved their parts availability.
I got a gas tank for my 800SS  in under a week shipped from Italy.

[Justin]

Damn. Still no pics?

[Kraz]

Saw some MV's in the showroom yesterday - haven't seen them in a while.

I'm not a real sport bike  hound, but she's a looker - can't wait for pics!  Are congratulations in order yet???

I had a bike on the line to buy today and it fell through, so at least ONE of us should bring something home!!!

[falconati]

Calm down guys!  I just got back...

[falconati]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

[stromgal]

   
 
Congrats! Let me know if you want someone {ahem} to ride the Speedy alongside and take pics of your astounding sexiness.  

[atadaskew]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

Nice.

Remember not to use the front brake.  That will put you on your head.

[Mr. Whippy]

Fantastic! If you don't have pre-existing back problems, and you have decent core strength, you're gonna love that bike.  Fantastic!

[Croak]

Bellisimo!

[Rogue]

Fantastic! If you don't have pre-existing back problems, and you have decent core strength, you're gonna love that bike.  Fantastic!

Nice bike.

Same riding position as an R1 or is it more like Ducati?

[atadaskew]

Same riding position as an R1 or is it more like Ducati?

Looks like somewhere between a Ducati Indiana and a Desmocideci.  I'd say closer to a Desmocideci.

[Croak]

Ergos are supposed to be nearly identical to a 996.

[Mr. Whippy]

Ergos are supposed to be nearly identical to a 996.

That's what I've heard too.  I think the 996 is pretty reasonable.

[staedtler]

ok,...this is for the rest of us loosers...

[Rincewind]

...but then again, you were all so kind 

Huge congrats, falconati!  That is one of the most beautiful bikes made today.  I'd want to keep it in the living room, when I wasn't out riding it like a scalded cat.  What's it like then?

[Justin]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

boing!

[CLAY]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

   

That things is WAY sexy.  Now get out in those warm temps Sunday and get some ACTION pics!  

[malbojah]

So it's agreed: we're changing the location of the Nationals this year to Falconati's place for test rides and beer?

[TBone]

I was at my local Triumph/Suzuki/MV dealer yesterday drooling over the F4's they have. What a gorgeous machine.  

Congratulations, and good luck with it!

[sammyseaman]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

I was gonna say something sarcastic but that bike is bad-feckin-ass. An s3 and an MV? I kinda don't like you right now  



 

[Croak]

Oh, yeah, welcome to the British-Italian Club, membership automatically granted by owning both nationalities at the same time.  

[atadaskew]

Oh, yeah, welcome to the British-Italian Club, membership automatically granted by owning both nationalities at the same time.  

Home of warm Peroni and salt n' vinegar pizza

[falconati]

Thanks gang - I'm really excited.  Clearly the most expensive motorcycle I've ever purchased, but so far no buyers remorse  

Initial impressions

Engine: Italians can even make an I4 interesting.  There's this amazing whirring noise as you accelerate - I can't describe it.  At the same time as the whirring, there's a really loud growl (from both the engine and exhaust).  I haven't cracked it over 7k yet, since there are only 350 miles on this lil fella, but the torque really picks up at 5k, and it becomes a different animal.  Redline is 12.5 or 13, so my guess is the best is yet to come.

Transmission: Just great.  Neutral was hard to find the first time, but after the transmission is warm, it's super easy.  All shifts are positive and dropping gears feels satisfying (doesn't make that hideous 'clunk' noise).  Not really a lot to say here...best gearbox I've ridden.

Suspension: Jesus god.  I might make some tweaks, but it feels like it's already set up for my weight.  The ride is so much smoother than I expected.  It eats up bumps in the road, even in aggressive, fully leaned over curves.  This is what sold the bike yesterday - I simply couldn't have expected how amazing a well set up (overpriced) suspension makes everything.

Ergos: Not as cramped as I imagined!  I'm 6' and 150lbs and I stretched my legs once after an hour of riding.  Definitely not a torture rack, but I wouldn't tour on this anyway, so I'm very pleased with them.

Exhaust note: I presume I don't need to tell you that it's great.  Regardless, it's great.  Super-unique as I would expect, as Arrow made the stock exhaust.

Road-Holding: Baller rubber on this guy.  I haven't been able to get leaned over as far as I want, but it's not warm enough for me to feel comfortable pushing the limits of it's traction.  If I bin this guy, I will legit cry, so I'm waiting until the weather is up another 10-20 degrees before I have a nice romp.

The details are really nice, and so far I'm pleased about this bike.  The bad news is I'll need to get the first service done....as soon as possible!

[malbojah]

We demand more pics!

[nevinfs327]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

Awesome!  One of the best looking bikes ever produced.

[DNA]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

 

Wow.  Super nice.

That's a woodie maker.

[DogBoy]

Congratulations on the new bike. Its beautiful!  

[squeezer]

Wow.    
Congrats!!

[Kraz]

...but then again, you were all so kind  

I don't even wanna know how much...    besides... quality is remembered, long after price is forgotten.  

[ANZAC]

That is a bike dreams were made of  

Enjoy it but don't forget your Speedy - she will get jealous  

[expatbrit]

If you /do/ forget the speedy, I'll look after it for a while.

[expatbrit]

That F4 is beautiful. A friend back home has one that he has barely ridden. I wanted it. He wouldn't ship it to me from the UK for safe keeping.

[mxvet57]

Saw Jeff and the F4 today and it is one sexy Italian.

[falconati]

Thanks Ed!  I think you have more pictures of my bike than I do at this point!  

[TBone]

Saw Jeff and the F4 today and it is one sexy Italian.

Falconati or the bike?    

[falconati]

I am rather dashing...




 

[Croak]

I like your restraint.  You could have went all-in with a boa.  

[Orson]

seeing German styling parked next to Italian styling definitely puts things into perspective  

[Jeff]

If you /do/ forget the speedy, I'll look after it for a while.

I already called dibs.  

Congrats from Jeff to Jeff. That F4 is a beaut.  

[mxvet57]

seeing German styling parked next to Italian styling definitely puts things into perspective  

Like fine wine and beer

[falconati]

I need to get the first service done so I can ride it more!  Right now it's just sitting because I've already put on too many miles  

Considering coming to Milwaukee coffee, but I'm forced to take the speedy

[TBone]

You don't expect any sympathy for your "hardship", do you?  





















Alright, I'd be bummed too if I couldn't ride my new toy.  

[Mr. Whippy]

I need to get the first service done so I can ride it more!  Right now it's just sitting because I've already put on too many miles  

Considering coming to Milwaukee coffee, but I'm forced to take the speedy

Disconnect the speedo.  Problem solved.  

[Papa Lazarou]

I am rather dashing...




 

Minus the bum fluff-perhaps...

[R Doug]

Congrats!  Sweet bike!

[malbojah]

I don't even wanna know how much...    besides... quality is remembered, long after price is forgotten.  

You know, I've never known where the JIMP picture came from...until now, thanks

[Castaway]

I only now came across this thread ... Wow! I thought you were happily married to the S3, but if you can swing the F4, have a blast with it. At first I thought you were picking up a used one (hence the rush to decide), but a brand new one though, gotta be a good feeling.

Sweet bike - congrats!    

[sammyseaman]

You have started what will become a very expensive collection. You have a triple and I4 and now what you have to do is buy a twin of some sort and a thumper..... then a V4.... then a six.... then a rotary.... then a ....

p.s. Keep it exotic, i.e. non-Japanese*  


*Exception being an oval piston NR750

[R Doug]

 some sort and a thumper

My vote would be for an Aprilia or KTM 'tard.  

[falconati]

You have started what will become a very expensive collection. You have a triple and I4 and now what you have to do is buy a twin of some sort and a thumper..... then a V4.... then a six.... then a rotary.... then a ....

p.s. Keep it exotic, i.e. non-Japanese*  


*Exception being an oval piston NR750

I have actually already done that....only the opposite!  Check out my ownership history!

BMW F650GS (1 cylinder)
Ducati ST3 (2 cylinders)
Triumph Speed Triple (3 cylinders)
MV Agusta F4 (4 cylinders)

I'd like to buy the ST3 in the for-sale section - that really was a sweet bike...I just really think I want an RT for the electronic cruise control  

[Croak]

There's also the "Axis Powers" route...German/Austrian, Italian and Japanese.  You could still do the increasing cylinders thing if you use Benelli for your Italian pick.  

[sammyseaman]

There's also the "Axis Powers" route...German/Austrian, Italian and Japanese.  You could still do the increasing cylinders thing if you use Benelli for your Italian pick.  

Bravo  

[sfarson]

Major congrats.  It is a very special bike.  

[falconati]

Video with sound: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMYVzRQ8w1o

It's not the best video quality due to the lighting, but I'll make more videos once it stops sleeting in Wisconsin..

[Croak]

Very nice.

[falconati]

We went grocery shopping today!

....for one item, which I stored in my leather jacket  



This thing is freaking sick.  I don't know if I will ever be able to tolerate less than top-of-the-line brakes/suspension ever again.

[MisterSmooth]

OK, that bike is fantastic.  The bodywork alone is so shapely that it melts your brain a little.  

I know, it's racy and uncomfortable, blah, blah, blah.  Who cares.     Even the little bitty pieces are sculpted perfection.

Congratulations, man.  Nicely, nicely done.    Brilliant partered with the Speed Trip, too.     Enjoy every minute!  

[DNA]

We went grocery shopping today!

....for one item, which I stored in my leather jacket  



This thing is freaking sick.  I don't know if I will ever be able to tolerate less than top-of-the-line brakes/suspension ever again.

Even you RR's are getting faster Bob...

JK - that is awesome.  

Would the Brutale (sp?) be the perfect combo of the 2 bikes?

[Rincewind]

There should be a law against taking a F4 grocery shopping.    













Ok, I'm just extremely jealous.  I would take it everywhere as well, you lucky SOB.       Bob never had it this good, DNA.  

[falconati]

The grocery store was the quick stop on the way out to the country to my brother's farm, on a 1.5 hour frolic through LEO-less roads  

[Jeff]

We went grocery shopping today!

....for one item, which I stored in my leather jacket  



This thing is freaking sick.  I don't know if I will ever be able to tolerate less than top-of-the-line brakes/suspension ever again.

Jeff, that bike is a thing of beauty.

Jeff

[falconati]

[scottzilla]

Did the cop appreciate the exotic flair, Italian heritage, etc?

[Jeff]

Oops.

He just pulled you over for a closer look at the bike, right?

[Rincewind]

It's ok, you will get your license back in a few years, right?

[Castaway]

It gives you sporting cred, no?    

[DogBoy]

Did you get pulled over for not having hard luggage or a Russell DayLong seat?

[stromgal]

So much for the LEO-less roads. They must be gearing up for TWiSTAR this weekend.

[atadaskew]

We went grocery shopping today!

Bob Mielke, is that you?

[falconati]

We'll see if I still have my license in a month....anybody know any good/cheap traffic lawyers?  

[atadaskew]

We'll see if I still have my license in a month....anybody know any good/cheap traffic lawyers?  

That blows.
What did he right you up for?

[falconati]

81 in a 55.  1 mph over the threshold.  If he would have written me at 79, it wouldn't be an issue.

I was even upfront about speeding, my prior vehicle history, and answered every question he asked honestly.  I don't understand how people in other states get any breaks - in Wisconsin, I've only ever gotten tickets.

[DosEquis00]

81 in a 55.  1 mph over the threshold.  If he would have written me at 79, it wouldn't be an issue.

81 in a 55 would be holding up rush hour traffic with my old commute.

[fxrbill]

Ask the prosecutor if they will make it a non-moving violation with you agreeing to pay the enhanced fine.If they don't go for that offer same payment deal on a regular speeding ticket.

[falconati]

I lawyered up, and now I'm not worried about it.

[veefer800canuck]

We'll see if I still have my license in a month....anybody know any good/cheap traffic lawyers?

Ruh-roh.  

[rgbeard]

Last one I got was in a car, and he got me for 61 in a 45.

I lawyered-up and after paying the ticket ($350 or so) and the lawyer ($750), it "never happened".