MV Agusta F4 RR Corsacorta (2011-current)

Although still a 998cc, compared to the standard F4, the RR’s bore is increased from 76 to 79mm and the stroke reduced from 55 to 50.9mm. The rev limit is raised to 13,700rpm. There’s a new primary drive, cylinder head, large-diameter titanium intake and exhaust valves and aerospace-grade alloy lightweight pistons. It also has a new removable cassette close-ratio gearbox and electronically-operated, variable height inlet trumpets.

Heavy in superbike terms, the 192kg (claimed, dry) F4 RR has light steering, goes exactly where you point it and the chassis gives you lots of feel for what the super-sticky Pirelli Super Corsa SP tyres are doing . Like the Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC, the RR’s chassis is fully adjustable. You can change the steering head angle, swingarm pivot and the single-sided swingarm’s axle position. It also has adjustable rearsets.

For the first time on a full production F4, the RR comes equipped with Ohlins suspension – fully-adjustable forks, a steering damper and TTX rear shock. You also get a multi-function LCD dash, now handily operated via a switch on the handlebar, an eight-stage traction control system, a slipper clutch, Brembo brakes, lightweight wheels, beautiful styling and a tasteful satin-finish paintjob.