Honda VFR vs MV Agusta 800 S America (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VFRstacks up against the MV Agusta 800 S America. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VFRMV Agusta 800 S America
Model year20061979
Price
Engine782 cc789 cc
Horsepower107 hp75 hp
Torque80 Nm
Weight213 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 3.50-18 / 4.00-18

Honda VFR vs MV Agusta 800 S America — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VFR and the MV Agusta 800 S America usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VFR brings 107 hp in a 213 kg package, while the MV Agusta 800 S America counters with 75 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: