Description
This motorcycle is Lot 25 to be auctioned by Bonhams at the Timed-Online June Sale, please see the Bonhams website for full details. The timed online auction runs between June 6th through June 16th, with lots closing from midday June 16th 2025.
Public Viewing:
Available 11th & 12th June 2025 from 09:00 until 17:00, by appointment only at Bonhams Milton Keynes.
Lot 25
2014 MV Agusta F4 1000R
Registration no. MJ14 UUV
Frame no. * ZCGF610AAAV000970*
Engine no. F61AA01215
Arguably the only surprising thing about the original MV F4 of 1998 was that it was launched as a 750 at a time when the class was fast becoming moribund. The Japanese factories' main focus of attention had already switched to 1, 000cc sports bikes but it took all of six years for MV to follow suit, launching the limited-edition F4 Ago in 2005 together with mass-produced F4 1000S. The newcomers adhered to the same basic layout as the preceding 750, complete with radial 16-valve cylinder head, under-seat four-pipe exhaust system, six-speed cassette gearbox and tubular 'trellis' frame. Power went up to 166bhp (claimed) which meant around 150 horsepower at the rear wheel, good enough for a top speed in the region of 180mph. Wisely, MV chose not to change the F4's overall appearance, the Massimo Tamburini-designed 750 being widely acknowledged as one of the most beautiful motorcycles ever made. As usual, there were various limited edition versions available offering even higher equipment levels and extra helpings of carbon fibre.
The second mainstream model, the F4 1000R, arrived in 2006 and came with a 174bhp engine, Brembo Monobloc radial brakes, forged Brembo wheels, a carbon-nitride coated Marzocchi USD fork, and an upgraded Sachs shock absorber. In August 2006 an F4 1000R set a record for the fastest 1, 000cc production motorcycle of 185. 882mph (299. 148km/ h) at Bonneville Salt Flats in the USA. The 2006 model was followed by the 2010 upgrade version which boasts a more powerful 195bhp engine.
This F4 1000R was registered new to a Mr Robert Cameron of Rochdale and has belonged to the current vendor since 2021. The bike benefits from the following upgrades: Brembo radial brake and clutch master cylinders and high-quality CNC rear-sets. It was last ridden and on the road in April 2025. No work has been required during the vendor's ownership apart from routine maintenance. Last serviced at 13, 593 miles in 2022 (receipt on file) c. 760 miles ago.
Accompanying documents include V5C Registration document; first service paperwork (2014); CuboMoto purchase receipt (2021); CoboMoto Service Log (last stamped 2021); a user's manual; MV Agusta warranty card activation paperwork; invoices for list of services carried out; sundry invoices; and expired/ current MoT issued on 9th September 2024 at 14, 219 miles. A rear paddock stand is included in the sale.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
