MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS, a new member of the family that reinvents the clutch

We’ve known it for five years, but the MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS is not the same bike we knew. In 2018 the Italian brand wanted to take a step forward and presented the latest iteration of the model to date. And it has done so by presenting a fully equipped bike with outstanding technology that makes handling simpler and more appealing. The new MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS features a digital instrument cluster that allows you to change the riding mode, which guarantees fun on board the bike.

It is also equipped with Bosch 9 Plus ABS with cornering brake assistance to improve control, cruise control and semi-active suspension. To stay well connected, as the times we live in demand, Bluetooth connectivity is essential and unavoidable. In terms of engine, it retains the in-line three-cylinder block with a displacement of 798 cc, which delivers a considerable 110 CV and a maximum torque of 80 Nm. It has been adapted to meet the Euro 4 standard, so emissions are also in line with today’s times.

The bike features further mechanical innovations that make it a very appealing option: a redesigned transmission, a balancer shaft and a timing chain tensioner. The model’s futuristic and elegant look maintains its presence, and there is no doubt about which bike it is. But one thing sets it apart, and that is the new clutch, which also gives the bike its name.

The Smart Clutch System (SCS) is a new clutch system that makes us forget the left-hand lever. It is a fully automatic clutch developed by clutch specialist Rekluse. It requires no engine modifications, is lightweight, very compact, and does not need electronics specifically designed for it.

One of its features is that when the bike stops, it disconnects from the transmission, creating a parking brake that immobilises the bike until it is reactivated. A good anti-theft method that improves security. Visually, it is very attractive, as it can be seen on the side of the bike thanks to the transparent cover. A bike that pleases and surprises with its looks and its equipment.