MV Agusta (once bought over by Proton for 70 million euros… and then sold off a year later for 1 euro) has joined forces with Alpine to offer a limited edition motorcycle inspired by the Alpine A110 sportscar. There will be 110 units of the motorcycle, based on the Superveloce, priced in Italy at 36,300 euros (about RM178,000) with a Racing Kit.
The collaboration draws on the common passion of both brands for breathtaking design and beautifully engineered products. Both companies also share a glorious history in competition, and an aspiration to create unique emotions for their customers through innovative, forward-looking solutions yet remaining true to their roots.
The Superveloce 800 Alpine will feature MV Agusta’s signature in-line 3-cylinder engine, with 147 bhp at 13,000 rpm to give a claimed top speed of over 240 km/h.
The graphic design, the detailing and the exclusive accessories will bear the mark of Alpine. Just like the sportscar icon, the Superveloce 800 Alpine comes with the promise of premium performance, yet remaining agile and easy to ride.
Monaco Design Studio, MV Agusta’s spearhead design division for the production of exclusive bespoke models, was involved in the project since the beginning and worked in close contact with its counterpart at Alpine.
The bike is a perfect synthesis of the two brands’ personalities yet with an identity of its own. The blue livery of the Superveloce 800 Alpine exactly matches that of the current A110. The raised ‘A’ logos on the fairings are also reminiscent of the original A110 detailing, as well as the black Alcantara seats with blue stitching and the CNC-machined black rims.
“MV Agusta is a symbol of Italian craftsmanship and excellence that makes motorcycles like no other. Our two brands are driven by the same passion for creating beautifully engineered products and unique emotions for our customers. The Superveloce Alpine is a fine piece of design and technology that makes no compromise on performance and riding pleasure. To mark the collaboration between two national heritage brands, the French and Italian flags are proudly displayed on either side of the front fender,” said Patrick Marinoff, MD of Alpine, which has been part of the Renault group since 1973.
