1962 MV Agusta 600 Four
MV Agusta released the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four in 1962 with a 591cc DOHC inline-4 powerplant making 52hp — a definitive touring motorcycle.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC inline-4
- Displacement
- 591 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 52 hp @ 8500 rpm
- Torque
- 46.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 58.0 × 56.0 mm
- Cooling
- Air-cooled
- Fuel System
- 2x Dell'Orto carburetors
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel double cradle
- Front Suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear Suspension
- Twin shock
- Front Brake
- Drum
- Rear Brake
- Drum
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top Speed
- 175 km/h (109 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 195 kg (430 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 210 kg (463 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 790 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1440 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 17.0 L
History & Story
The 1962 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four was introduced by MV Agusta as a touring motorcycle aimed at riders seeking touring motorcycle performance and style. Manufactured in Italy, it represented MV Agusta's vision for the four-cylinder touring motorcycle market during the 1960s.
Powering the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four is a 591cc DOHC inline-4 producing 52hp. This four-cylinder engine uses air-cooled cooling and draws fuel through 2x Dell'Orto carburetors. A 5-speed gearbox sends power via shaft final drive to the rear wheel.
Weighing 195 kg (430 lbs) dry, the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four uses a steel double cradle frame, telescopic fork front suspension, and twin shock rear suspension. The braking system comprises drum front and drum rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four achieves a claimed top speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 17.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for touring motorcycle duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Today, the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four is considered a desirable collector motorcycle that has appreciated significantly in value over the decades. Parts availability is rated as very difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of MV Agusta motorcycling from 1960s.
Powering the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four is a 591cc DOHC inline-4 producing 52hp. This four-cylinder engine uses air-cooled cooling and draws fuel through 2x Dell'Orto carburetors. A 5-speed gearbox sends power via shaft final drive to the rear wheel.
Weighing 195 kg (430 lbs) dry, the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four uses a steel double cradle frame, telescopic fork front suspension, and twin shock rear suspension. The braking system comprises drum front and drum rear units.
Performance-wise, the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four achieves a claimed top speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 17.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for touring motorcycle duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Today, the 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four is considered a desirable collector motorcycle that has appreciated significantly in value over the decades. Parts availability is rated as very difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of MV Agusta motorcycling from 1960s.
Known Issues
- Parts extremely scarce and expensive
- Shaft drive maintenance on four-cylinder models
- Electrical components hard to source
- Specialist knowledge required for maintenance
Fun Facts
- The 1962 MV Agusta 600 Four is considered one of the most collectible motorcycles from MV Agusta
- A four-cylinder engine in a production motorcycle was revolutionary in the late 1960s
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Very difficult
- Collector Rating
- 8/10
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