Honda VFR800 Interceptor ABS vs MV Agusta Superveloce S (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VFR800 Interceptor ABSstacks up against the MV Agusta Superveloce S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VFR800 Interceptor ABSMV Agusta Superveloce S
Model year20102026
Price$11,999$20,995
Engine782 cc798 cc
Weight197 kg
Seat height32 mm830 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L16.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speedManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual full-floating 296mm discs with LBS three-piston calipers; ABS Braking SystemDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single 256 mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper, ABS Braking SystemHydraulic Disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 Pirelli® Diablo Rosso IV Corsa 120/70 ZR17 58W / Pirelli® Diablo Rosso IV Corsa 180/55 ZR17 73W

Honda VFR800 Interceptor ABS vs MV Agusta Superveloce S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VFR800 Interceptor ABS and the MV Agusta Superveloce S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VFR800 Interceptor ABS brings its published horsepower, while the MV Agusta Superveloce S counters with its own power figure at 197 kg. On price, the Honda VFR800 Interceptor ABS has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: