Vyrus 984 vs MV Agusta Brutale 989R (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vyrus 984stacks up against the MV Agusta Brutale 989R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVyrus 984MV Agusta Brutale 989R
Model year20102009
Price
Engine982 cc982 cc
Horsepower91 hp139 hp
Torque96 Nm
Weight150 kg185 kg
Fuel capacity4.2 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. 4-piston caliper
Rear brakesDouble discSingle disc. 4-piston caliper
Tires120/75-ZR17 / 180/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17

Vyrus 984 vs MV Agusta Brutale 989R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vyrus 984 and the MV Agusta Brutale 989R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vyrus 984 brings 91 hp in a 150 kg package, while the MV Agusta Brutale 989R counters with 139 hp at 185 kg.

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: