MV Agusta Turismo Veloce Lusso SCS 2019 — Specifications

Imagine a machine that claims to reconcile the soul of an Italian sportbike with the conveniences of a modern GT. That is the bold bet of this MV Agusta Turismo Veloce Lusso SCS, a motorcycle that plays on two fronts with the characteristic elegance of the Varese house. Beneath its touring fairing lies a fiery temperament, powered by a 798 cm3 three-cylinder engine delivering 110 horsepower at 10,150 rpm. A figure that may seem modest compared to some competitors, but the character of this engine and its 80.4 Nm of torque available early transform each acceleration into an event.

The real showstopper is this SCS, or Smart Clutch System. MV Agusta chose a bold path by avoiding robotic transmissions that are too heavy and CVT systems that are not sporty. The system, developed with Rekluse, uses centrifugal force to manage the clutch autonomously. The clever part? The clutch lever remains present, leaving you the choice between an ultra-smooth automatic shift, ideal for the city or traffic jams, and a manual intervention to maintain control on winding roads. It is an ingenious technology, which does not weigh down the weight — 207 kg fully fueled — and is visible beneath a transparent clutch cover, a small touch of mechanical exhibitionism.

Beyond this innovation, the Turismo Veloce Lusso SCS is a veritable gadget box. Semi-active Skyhook suspension, TFT screen, cruise control, heated grips, and even a parking brake justify its Lusso model status. Rider comfort is not left behind with an 850 mm seat, but the 21.5-liter tank and overall ergonomics betray a sport touring vocation rather than grand touring. Faced with a BMW F 900 XR or a Ducati Multistrada V2, more versatile and serene, the MV Agusta clearly assumes its sparkling and demanding side.

With a price approaching 21,500 euros, this Italian is aimed at a particular audience. It is not the motorcycle for a novice, nor for the globetrotter seeking frugality and simplicity. It is the machine of the connoisseur, the aesthete who wants a GT with the soul of a sportbike, ready to brush 230 km/h with panache. For those considering a used MV Agusta Turismo Veloce Lusso SCS, the equation remains the same: accept meticulous maintenance and a vibrant engine for the privilege of riding a technological work of art. A compromise that, for initiates, is not one.