MV Agusta reveals first new bikes in a decade

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NEW YORK - Italian motorcycle maker MV Agusta has unveiled its first new models in 10 years, saying its purchase by motorcycle giant Harley-Davidson last year is beginning to pay off.

The two new bikes - new versions of its Brutale sport bikes - are geared toward younger, affluent riders interested in MV Agusta's sporty performance rides.

The 2010 Brutale 990R has a 990cc engine and will be priced at US$15,000 ($21,240) when it goes on sale in the US at the end of this year or early next year.

The 2010 Brutale 1090R has a more powerful engine and will cost US$18,000.

Larry Ferracci, MV Agusta's director of US operations, said the bikes mark a big step for the once-struggling motorcycle maker.

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