Having seen the beautiful new MV Agusta F4RR Corsacorta parked outside the MCN offices, ready to be tested against its key rivals, the class-leading BMW S1000RR and Kawasaki ZX-10R (full test in next week’s MCN, on sale September 7), we were inspired to take a look at the original F4.

The spiritual successor to the Ducati 916, the F4 at least equalled its sheer beauty and the spec, build quality and handling was there to match. Only the F4 750's screaming four-cylinder engine failed to be a world beater, yet it demolished Japanese rivals in terms of aural appeal.

Our pick of the MV Agusta F4 750s for sale at mcnbikesforsale.com also happens to be the least expensive example at £5500. The advert promises that it’s in ‘excellent condition… with full service history and no marks or scratches.’ It has had “one elderly owner”, has never seen the rain and has covered 8899 miles. View the advert here.