MV Agusta has taken the wraps off the 2026 Brutale 800, the model which is the entry point into the brand’s naked street range. The updated MV Agusta Brutale 800 marks the final update to the iconic model before the model gets a new 950cc engine next year, to also coincide with the model’s 25th anniversary. The 2026 MV Agusta Brutale 800 has the same engine updated to meet latest regulations, but also significant feature, aesthetic and electronics updates to keep the model relevant.
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The 2026 MV Agusta Brutale 800 retains the 798cc inline three-cylinder engine, updated to meet Euro 5+ emission standards. The engine develops 111 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 85 Nm of peak torque at 7,500 rpm and gets a six-speed gearbox equipped with bi-directional quickshifter. Its counter-rotating crankshaft, derived from MotoGP technology, is said to enhance agility and handling, while ensuring a thrilling, responsive, riding experience.
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The new Brutale 800 features the high-performance steel trellis frame known for its rigidity and precise handling. The frame is complemented by a fully-adjustable 43mm Marzocchi front fork offering 125 mm of travel and a Sachs rear monoshock with 130 mm of travel. Braking hardware consists of Brembo M4.32 front calipers with 320 mm floating discs and a Brembo rear caliper with a 220 mm disc, supported by Nissin brake and clutch pumps. The Brutale 800 rides on 17-inch cast aluminium wheels shod with Bridgestone S22 tyres (120/70 front and 180/55 rear). The signature single-sided swingarm is retained.
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The new Brutale 800 is equipped with a 6-axis IMU which monitors all riding parameters, manages traction control, cornering ABS and real lift mitigation for stability and safety. Four ride modes are offered – Rain, Sport, Race and Custom, which allow full customisation of throttle response, power delivery and traction settings. A 5-inch TFT display offers wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity, along with cruise control and full integration of the MV Ride app.
The 2026 Brutale 800 retains the timeless design, that has made this model an icon in the muscular, raw, streetfighter motorcycle design language for over two decades. From the drop-shaped LED headlight to the see-through rear frame, and the triple exhaust layout, with the single-sided swingarm, the stance and silhouette is unmistakably Brutale. The 2026 model introduces an exclusive Rosso Ago Opaco (Matt) colour scheme.
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The MV Agusta Brutale 800 is priced at 12,600 Euros (approximately Rs. 13 lakh under current exchange rates) and is built at MV Agusta’s historic factory in Varese, Italy. MV Agusta made a brief presence in India, almost a decade ago, brought to India under the Kinetic MotoRoyale multi-brand enterprise which failed to find success. In 2024, MV Agusta was taken over by KTM, before KTM’s financial crisis almost led to its bankruptcy. Bajaj Auto is now the majority shareholder in KTM, but so far, there are no indications of MV Agusta planning another innings in India.
