MV Agusta faces production halt and failed CFMOTO deal

Italian motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta is facing a severe financial crisis, resulting in a production halt at its Schiranna factory in Varese since April 2026. The company is struggling with supply chain disruptions, delayed payments to suppliers, and a lack of spare parts for dealers.

Negotiations for a strategic partnership with Chinese manufacturer CFMOTO have reportedly collapsed. The proposed agreement would have seen CFMOTO acquire approximately 49% of MV Agusta through a multi-million dollar investment intended to restructure the firm and ensure its continuity. The failure of this deal, along with a planned 35 million euro capital increase that did not materialize, has left the company in a precarious position.

This instability follows MV Agusta’s return to independence under the control of the Sardarov family in early 2025, after separating from KTM. While the company previously aimed for annual sales of 4,000 units, delivery numbers have fallen significantly, with only 1,238 units delivered by the end of July 2026.