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MV Agusta returns with the Rush Titanio — 300 units only
MV Agusta has unveiled a spectacular limited-edition hyper-naked: the Rush Titanio. Far from an ordinary motorcycle, this is a titanium-clad work of art — and only 300 examples will be built worldwide. The announcement reinforces MV Agusta’s reputation for Italian engineering that blends performance, beauty, and exclusivity.
Heart of the machine: a titanium-enhanced 998cc inline-four
The mechanical centerpiece is a 998cc inline-four fitted with radial titanium valves (16 total) and four forged titanium connecting rods. Using titanium lowers reciprocating mass, allowing the engine to rev faster and respond more aggressively. MV Agusta hasn’t published a final horsepower figure yet, but the previous Rush produced 205 hp, so performance expectations are high. The engine meets the strict Euro 5 Plus emissions standard, marrying cutting-edge performance with modern compliance.
Exhaust, materials and design details
The titanium obsession extends beyond the engine. An Arrow-supplied titanium exhaust system, engineered specifically for the Rush Titanio, reduces weight and—according to MV Agusta—delivers a richer, more distinctive soundtrack. Even the exhaust bracket is titanium. Up front, the tank cover bears a Titanio logo, dashboard mounts and headlight components incorporate titanium, and many of the bodyfastening bolts are titanium as well.
To offset the precious metal’s sheen, MV Agusta pairs titanium with a new carbon-fiber texture and striking titanium-blue anodized aluminum elements, creating a visually arresting contrast that emphasizes both lightness and craftsmanship.
Why an inline-four now?
In the last decade MV Agusta’s modern image leaned heavily on compact three-cylinder engines, seen in models like the Brutale and Dragster. So why return to a heavier, more complex inline-four? The answer lies in heritage: before the triple era, the F4 — a Massimo Tamburini masterpiece — defined MV Agusta with its iconic four-cylinder heart. The Rush Titanio nods to that legacy while pushing materials and technology to new limits.
Market positioning and availability
The Rush Titanio is aimed at collectors and riders who want a statement piece as much as a high-performance machine. Deliveries are expected late this year. MV Agusta hasn’t announced pricing, but expect a significant premium over the previous Rush’s roughly $50,000 base — likely placing the Titanio well into higher-tier super-naked pricing.
- Production: 300 units worldwide
- Engine: 998cc inline-four, titanium valves & rods
- Exhaust: bespoke Arrow titanium system
- Compliance: Euro 5 Plus
Quote: “This is not just a motorcycle — it’s an artwork in titanium,” says MV Agusta’s product team, capturing the blend of craftsmanship and performance that defines the Rush Titanio.
For enthusiasts tracking high-end motorcycles, the Rush Titanio is both a technical showcase and a collector’s proposition: rare, visually stunning, and engineered to evoke the brand’s greatest hits while charting a bold material-forward future.
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