MV AGUSTA F4 1000 Tamburini
"The dream of every design engineer is to come up with the most beautiful sports motorcycle in the world then turn it into the fastest, most exclusive, sought after and powerful on the market. This was my dream too. I wanted to feel the reactions of a racing bike that could put every available ounce of power through to the ground beneath me and feel it lean into and hug the curves. I wanted to see perfection in every single detail of material, shape and efficiency, an example of mechanical elegance that would be immortal. I wanted a motorcycle with no half measures, a motorcycle that would combine all of the technology tried out over years of research, a motorcycle intended for connoisseurs and true lovers of motorcycles. All of this was my dream. Today it has come true." - Massimo Tamburini
"The dream of every design engineer is to come up with the most beautiful sports motorcycle in the world then turn it into the fastest, most exclusive, sought after and powerful on the market. This was my dream too. I wanted to feel the reactions of a racing bike that could put every available ounce of power through to the ground beneath me and feel it lean into and hug the curves. I wanted to see perfection in every single detail of material, shape and efficiency, an example of mechanical elegance that would be immortal. I wanted a motorcycle with no half measures, a motorcycle that would combine all of the technology tried out over years of research, a motorcycle intended for connoisseurs and true lovers of motorcycles. All of this was my dream. Today it has come true." - Massimo Tamburini
"Sculpt materials and turn them into motorcycling works of art". This is the genius of Massimo Tamburini, and words like "designer" or "engineer" understate the greatness of his work. As the creator of some of most amazing machines in modern motorcycling history, Tamburini has been the force behind the most significant motorcycling event of the 20th century: the MV Agusta F4. The F4 Tamburini version is a blend of the renaissance of a legendary make of machine with all the splendor from whence it came. It is an icon demonstrating innovative technologies and elegant solutions and is destined to enter the legend of speed.
Only 300 examples of the F4-TAMBURINI will be produced worldwide. As with all other special-edition MV Agusta models (such as the F4 Serie 'd Oro, F4-SENNA, F4-SPR, and F4-AGO), the F4-TAMBURINI will only be produced once and will not be repeated. This limited edition model has sold out and is no longer available.
The heart of the F4 1000 TAMBURINI's performance is the revolutionary TSS system (Torque Shift System) based on the concept of variable intake geometry. This is an absolute first in motorcycling history and is the first time such an innovation has been fitted to a mass-produced motorcycle. The result is an engine that offers an immediate response from even the lowest revs and maximum torque positioning (83.1 ft-lbs @ 9,200 rpm) that comes in at about 1,000 rpm less than the F4-1000-S. This incredible performance is despite the use of cam profiles that are more oriented to track than road use.
The cockpit of the F4 Tamburini is embellished with special treatment to the upper steering head, where an 18K gold plaque bearing the name of the model and the serial number is positioned. The upper steering clamp connects to a transversally fitted Ohlins steering damper. The tachometer has a white background and black numbers, and sits neatly beside the digital display that has an additional chronometer function activated with the "Passing" command. The fairing has a new aerodynamically designed Plexiglass bubble that cancels out any negative lifting effects developed at high speeds.
In order to give the rider better steering ergonomics, the forged aluminum clip-ons are slanted 5° to the horizontal and brought forward by 5mm. New grips that optimize vibration dampening have been fitted. All F4 Tamburini bodywork is made of carbon fiber, including the intake ducts. The special finish, which leaves the carbon fiber "weave" visible to the naked eye, further emphasizes the use of this material. The Tamburini logo on the sides of the fairing based on the designer's signature below is new.
The rear suspension is fitted with the revolutionary Sachs Racing shock absorber that belongs to the same family as those used in Formula 1 racing. The unit is more than 1,200 grams lighter due to absence of a gas reservoir and is fitted with rebound-compression (High speed/Low speed) damping and spring preload adjustment as well as hydraulic control that makes calibration easier and more accurate.
The F4 Tamburini features the most esoteric equipment that can be offered on a production motorbike. The front end is dominated by Marzocchi forks with titanium nitride treated 50mm fork legs inserted into a billet aluminum base. These carry the new Nissin Racing single block 6-piston calipers. The Marchesini wheels are inspired by the same design as used on Grand Prix machines. They are extremely lightweight and strong, and boast lower gyroscopic inertia that increases ease of handling and potential cornering speed.
The Y-shaped spokes on the alloy wheels only add to the elegant sculpted design of the progressive, single sided Magnesium alloy swinging arm (weight: 4.1 kg) and emphasize the essence of the Tamburini F4 project. This lightweight material is also used for the frame plates (weight: 1.08 kg) and for the lower fork plate. The footrests are adjustable and are not only made from a solid piece, but also boast the F4 1000 logo. The rear carbon fiber fender is also new. Carbon fiber is also used for the manifold heat shield.
"Motorcycles make us dream. They have different colors, they have different sounds. They have shapes that sometimes show what inspired their designers. Sometimes these creations are real works of art that turn the designer into an artist. This is the case with Massimo Tamburini, a design engineer who has revolutionized the concepts of sports motorcycles by raising them to new limits of performance and granting them unparalleled beauty. To pay tribute to this unique individual, I wanted his latest creation to be called after him with a limited production edition with very specific features. This machine has that look that all motorcyclists love along with the mechanical sophistication that they have always dreamed of. It has the heart of a racing bike yet all the glamour of an individual work of art. It has all of our history and passion in its soul." - Claudio Castiglioni
ENGINE
Type Four cylinder, 4 stroke, 16 valve
Timing system “D.O.H.C”, radial valve
Total displacement 60.8 cu. in.
Compression ratio 13:1
Starting Electric
Bore x stroke 3.0 in. x 2.2 in.
Max. horse power - r.p.m. (at the crankshaft) 127 Kw (172.8 HP) at 11750 - Lim. 12850 r.p.m.
Max. torque - r.p.m. 113 Nm (11.5 Kgm) at 9200 r.p.m.
Cooling system Liquid cooled, water-oil heat exchanger
Engine management system “Weber Marelli” 1,6 M ignition - injection integrated system; induction discharge electronic ignition,“Multipoint” electronic injection
Clutch Wet, multi - disc
Gear Box Cassette gearbox; six speed, constant mesh
Primary drive 50/79
Gear ratio
First gear: Speed* 13/38 78.5 mph at 12850 r.p.m.
Second gear: Speed* 16/34 108.0 mph at 12850 r.p.m.
Third gear: Speed* 18/32 129.1 mph at 12850 r.p.m.
Fourth gear: Speed* 20/30 152.9 mph at 12850 r.p.m.
Fifth gear: Speed* 22/29 174.0 mph at 12850 r.p.m.
Sixth gear: Speed* 21/25 190.6 mph at 12850 r.p.m.
Final velocity ratio 16x41
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Voltage 12 V
Alternator 650 W at 5000 r.p.m.
Battery 12 V - 9 Ah
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Wheelbase 55.40 in.
Overall lenght 79.01 in.
Overall width 26.97 in.
Saddle height 31.87 in.
Min. ground clearance 5.12 in.
Trail 3.87 in.
Dry weight 412.3 lb
Fuel tank capacity 4.6 Brit. gal. ( reserve fuel: 0.88 Brit. gal. )
PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed* 190.6 mph
FRAME
Type CrMo Steel tubular trellis (TIG welded)
Rear swing arm pivot plates: material Magnesium alloy
FRONT SUSPENSION
Type “UPSIDE - DOWN” telescopic hydraulic fork with rebound-compression damping and spring preload adjustment
Rod dia. 1.97 in. with Titanium Nitride anti-friction treatment
Travel on leg axis 4.65 in.
REAR SUSPENSION
Type Progressive, single shock absorber with rebound and compression (High speed / Low speed) damping and spring preload (hydraulic control)
Single sided swing arm: materiale Magnesium alloy
Wheel travel 4.72 in.
BRAKE
Front brake Double steel floating disc
Flange: material Aluminium
disc dia.; caliper piston number and dia. 12.2 in.; 6 with 0.89 in. dia.; 1.00 in. dia.; 1.19 in. dia.
Rear brake Single steel disc
disc dia.; caliper piston number and dia. 8.27 in.; 4 with 1.00 in. dia.
RIM
Front: Material / size Forged aluminium alloy 3,50 ” x 17 ”
Rear: Material / size Forged aluminium alloy 5,75 ” x 17 ”
TYRES
Front 120/65 - ZR 17 (56 W)
Rear 180/55 - ZR 17 (73 W) or 190/50 - ZR 17 (73 W)
FAIRING
Material Thermoplastic and carbon fiber
