The 899 Panigale will replace the 848 range superbikes of the firm. Of course, tt is a direct clobber for MV Agusta F3 800.

The bike is powered by a newly developed 898cc, Superquadro: L-twin cylinder, 4 valve per cylinder, Desmodromic, liquid cooled engine, that delivers a whooping power of 148 hp @ 10.750 rpm and a tremendous torque of 99 Nm @ 9.000 rpm. It's coupled with a 6 speed transmission.

What makes it a quiet brilliant stuff in the class is its Monocoque aluminum frame, which ensures maximum stability at high speeds and a great appearance. As fully adjustable BPF Showa forks 43 mm chromed inner tubes take care the front, fully adjustable Sachs unit, Aluminum double-sided swingarm does the rear suspension.

The dual emi-floating discs at front and a single disc brake at rear enriches the level of barking system. Further, ABS technology is coupled with it.