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					Technical specifications
					
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				| Model: | MV Agusta 861S | 
			
				| Years: | 1979- | 
			
			
					
						| Engine: | Four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder | 
			
					
						| Capacity: | 861 cc / 52.2 cu-in | 
			
					
						| Cooling System: | Air cooled | 
			
					
						| Compression Ratio: | 10.3:1 | 
			
					
						| Induction: | 4x 27mm Dell'Orto carb. | 
			
					
						| Starting: | Electric | 
			
					
						| Max Power: | 71 kW / 92.5 hp @ 10000 rpm | 
			
					
						| Clutch: | Multiple disc in oil bath. | 
			
					
						| Transmission: | 5 Speed | 
			
					
						| Final Drive: | Chain | 
			
					
						| Frame: | Tubular steel, welded, double cradle | 
			
					
						| Front Suspension: | 38mm Forcelle Italia telescopic forks, preload, rebound damping adjustable. | 
			
					
						| Rear Suspension: | Dual Koni shocks preload adjustable | 
			
					
						| Front Brakes: | 2x 280mm discs | 
			
					
						| Rear Brakes: | Single 280mm disc | 
			
					
						| Front Tyre: | 110/80 -18 | 
			
					
						| Rear Tyre: | 150/70 -18 | 
			
					
						| Weight: | 200 kg / 440 lbs | 
			
					
						| Fuel Capacity: | 19 Litres / 5.0 US gal |