MV Agusta Five-Cylinder
MV Agusta has released further information on the five-cylinder engine platform first shown in concept form at EICMA 2025.
Development of the new powerplant is underway at the company’s R&D facility in Schiranna, Italy, and it is intended to underpin multiple future models across the brand’s Supersport, Naked and Touring segments.
Engine Architecture and Performance Targets
The new unit is a five-cylinder “square” engine with a modular displacement range between 850 cc and 1150 cc.
MV Agusta states the platform is capable of producing more than 240 hp at over 16,000 rpm and up to 135 Nm at 8,500 rpm, depending on application.
The engine weighs under 60 kilograms, assisted by the use of an electric water pump and electric oil pump to reduce ancillary load and improve efficiency.
A key feature is a distinctive cranktrain layout comprising a three-cylinder front crankshaft and two-cylinder rear crankshaft in a “U” arrangement. This is designed to reduce vibration levels and improve overall smoothness.
According to MV Agusta, the firing order inherent to the five-cylinder layout enables broad torque delivery without the need for variable valve timing.
Packaging and Intended Application
MV Agusta claims the new five-cylinder unit is narrower than an inline-four and shorter than a V4, improving packaging options for upcoming models. The platform is being designed for multiple performance levels across different categories.
The company confirms that the first production motorcycle to feature the new engine will be a returning model name currently absent from MV Agusta’s line-up.
Further details are expected in the coming years as development progresses.
MV Agusta Five-Cylinder Engine Concept
Key Technical Data
- Engine Type Five-cylinder “square” engine (equal bore and stroke concept)
- Displacement Range 850 cc – 1150 cc (modular platform)
- Claimed Peak Power 240+ hp @ >16,000 rpm (varies by application)
- Claimed Peak Torque Up to 135 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
- Weight Under 60 kg (dry engine weight)
- Cranktrain Layout Dual-crank configuration: 3-cylinder front crankshaft + 2-cylinder rear crankshaft in “U” arrangement
- Firing Characteristics Unique five-cylinder firing order; broad torque distribution without variable valve timing
- Ancillaries Electric water pump; electric oil pump
- Design Advantages Narrower than an inline-four; shorter than a V4; focus on compact packaging
Intended Segments Supersport, Naked, Touring - First Model Application To debut on a returning model name currently not in the MV Agusta line-up (full reveal scheduled in coming years)
