Douglas Dragonfly vs MV Agusta 350 SS (1978)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Douglas Dragonflystacks up against the MV Agusta 350 SS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDouglas DragonflyMV Agusta 350 SS
Model year19571978
Price
Engine348 cc349 cc
Horsepower17 hp35 hp
Weight166 kg
Fuel capacity6.6 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Dual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.75-18 / 3.25-18

Douglas Dragonfly vs MV Agusta 350 SS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Douglas Dragonfly and the MV Agusta 350 SS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Douglas Dragonfly brings 17 hp in a 166 kg package, while the MV Agusta 350 SS counters with 35 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: