The 750S America model was introduced in 1975. It had more blocky styling and a larger engine than earlier MV 750s. MV Agusta's glorious racing background gave rise to numerous street bikes over the years, such as the 1977 MV Agusta 750S America motorbike.
The 790cc four-cylinder with double overhead camshaft in the 1977 MV Agusta 750S America motorbike had its origins in a 500cc race bike. The exhaust system is a combination of chrome downtubes with four megaphones finished in black crinkle paint, never before seen on a what new factory-delivered machine. Weighing 507 pounds without fluids, the 750S is no lightweight, but its handling at speed belies the bulk. The suede-covered racing seat keeps the rider in place during the kind of spirited cornering manoeuvres the 750S is so well known for.
Like previous MVs, the 750S America was expensive and exclusive, and everyone knows that Italian style and performance have never come cheap. And that goes double for motorbikes from Italy's most exclusive motorbike manufacturer, MV Agusta. But you get something for your money. A lot of power. Lots of styling. A lot of attention when you ride to a stoplight or café on a bike that makes everything else seem so ordinary. With the 1975 MV Agusta 750 Sport America, you got all that and more - an intoxicating taste of la dolce vita. It couldn't get much sweeter.
After all, MV Agusta's name was synonymous with Grand Prix racing. From 1952 to 1973, MV Agusta won 37 world road racing championships, including 16 500cc titles in 18 years. This was a company that made helicopters for profit and beautiful red racing motorbikes for fun. So when MV released street bikes - and it never made many - you could count on every bike having that grand-prix experience.
The engine is a 790cc inline four with double overhead camshaft. There are dual disc brakes up front and a tachometer that reads 8,500 rpm. The differences start with the engine's sand-cast body that indicates limited production. Inside is a powerplant derived from MV's racers. And in case you didn't get the message, there is a sticker with 37 blue stars, one for each campione del mondo. Start the MV and there is no doubt about the bike's origins. The styling is pure Italian and just as breathtaking as the bike's styling and performance, however, was its price. At a time when Honda's CB750 cost $2,190, the MV cost three times as much: $6,500 in the shop. But, as with so many things in life, if you want it, it's worth it.
This very well-run MV Agusta 750 Sport America has been restored to a high standard.
Interested? More information and price on request. You can call Wiljan Feijen 0031629563746
