1973 MV Agusta 750 S

1973 MV Agusta 750 S sits near the top of MV's road-going sportbike range, the four-cylinder flagship built for riders who wanted Grand Prix engineering with lights and a license plate. This is a machine that demands commitment: the dry clutch clatters, the gearbox wants a firm boot, and the engine only really wakes up past mid-range, rewarding riders who keep the revs up rather than short-shifting through town. Handling is planted rather than flickable, more suited to sweeping roads than tight switchbacks, and the mechanical noise alone tells you this isn't a bike built for quiet commuting. The 1973 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 1972 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Today the 1973 MV Agusta 750 S attracts serious collectors and Italian-bike specialists more than casual riders, people who already own one or two vintage machines and understand what proper restoration and parts sourcing actually cost. Values reflect that rarity, and buyers here are usually thinking about long-term appreciation as much as riding pleasure.