[6] It was first shown at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan on 2 November 2010, and incorporates the lines of the MV Agusta F4, with the diamond headlamp, tapered seat shell and single-sided swinging arm offering a view of the rear rim.

Unlike the F4, the exhausts are not positioned under the seat but open on the right side of the bike, just in front of the rear wheel.

[7] The limited edition Oro (Gold) version went on sale in December 2011 and the standard model in January 2012.

[4] The F3 was developed in conjunction with the Brutale 3 cylinder, ushering in a new chassis and new engine, giving the brand a new lease of life on the commercial front.

The engine of the F3 serves as the basis for the entire 3-cylinder range of the manufacturer: the Rivale, Stradale and Turismo Veloce "hypermotard" models.

[1] A counter-rotating (reverse) crankshaft is used, which had previously only been used on MotoGP motorcycles, such as the Yamaha YZR-M1,[9] which counteracts the centripetal forces of the wheels allowing the bike to turn faster.

This includes four pre-set and one individually adjustable rider's setting (similar to the BMW system) as well as an adjustable traction control with eight levels,[1] The MV Agusta's usual short wheelbase, steep steering head angle (66°) and resulting short trail (99 mm), gives the machine very good handling combined with high stability.

The 43 mm Marzocchi upside-down forks are, like the rear Sachs shock absorber, are fully adjustable, as usual in this class.

The model comes with a certificate of authenticity and a gold badge on the top yoke engraved with the production number.

[15] The bikes were finished in red, white and green (Italian tricolor colours) and autographed by Agostini.

[8] Like the smaller 675 RC, this 2018 350 units limited edition receives an updated engine, chassis and bodywork from the MV race shop.

[12] A race kit is available that raised the standard 147 to 155 bhp (110 to 116 kW) and reduced weight by 8 kg (18 lb).

[25] In June 2014 Castiglioni and Yakhnich signed an agreement giving MV Agusta control over all operations concerning the racing team.

[34] Schmidt Racing entered Kyle Ryde and Nicolás Terol on MVs, but changed to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R machines part way through the season.

Rolfo remained at Team Factory Vamag[39] but was replaced by Lorenzo Zanetti from Germany onwards.

[40] MV Agusta Reparto Corse partnered with Team Vamag in late 2017 in preparation for the 2018 Supersport World Championship.