1975 MV Agusta 750S America

1975 MV Agusta 750S America

The 1975 1975 MV Agusta 750S America packs a 789cc DOHC inline-4 engine with 75hp into a sport bike package from MV Agusta.

Specifications

Engine

Type
DOHC inline-4
Displacement
789 cc
Cylinders
4
Power
75 hp @ 8500 rpm
Torque
62.0 Nm
Compression
Bore × Stroke
67.0 × 56.0 mm
Cooling
Air-cooled
Fuel System
4x Dell'Orto carburetors

Chassis & Transmission

Frame
Steel double cradle
Front Suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension
Twin shock
Front Brake
Dual disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Front Tyre
Rear Tyre
Transmission
5-speed
Final Drive
Shaft

Performance

Top Speed
210 km/h (130 mph)
¼ Mile

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
222 kg (489 lbs)
Wet Weight
240 kg (529 lbs)
Seat Height
800 mm
Wheelbase
1450 mm
Ground Clearance
Fuel Capacity
18.0 L

History & Story

The 1975 1975 MV Agusta 750S America was introduced by MV Agusta as a sport bike aimed at riders seeking sport bike performance and style. Manufactured in Italy, it represented MV Agusta's vision for the four-cylinder sport bike market during the 1970s.

The 1975 MV Agusta 750S America is motivated by a 789cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 75hp at 8500 rpm. Breathing through 4x Dell'Orto carburetors and kept cool by air-cooled, the engine drives through a 5-speed transmission with shaft final drive.

Built around a steel double cradle frame, the 1975 MV Agusta 750S America suspends its 222 kg (489 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and twin shock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and drum at the rear, with a 1450 mm wheelbase providing stability.

Performance-wise, the 1975 MV Agusta 750S America achieves a claimed top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 18.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 800 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Today, the 1975 MV Agusta 750S America is considered a highly sought-after classic that commands strong prices among collectors worldwide. Parts availability is rated as very difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of MV Agusta motorcycling from 1970s.

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

  • Pristine examples of the 1975 MV Agusta 750S America can command six-figure prices at auction
  • The 1975 MV Agusta 750S America is considered one of the most collectible motorcycles from MV Agusta

Collector Information

Parts Availability
Very difficult
Collector Rating
9/10

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