Back when the Tamburini MV Agustas were new, a guy came by the shop riding one, so we all went outside to check it out. I pointed out the cluster of 37 stars on the fuel tank to a coworker and said "one star for every world championship." The owner, overhearing me, says "oh, is that what those mean?"
I suppose its possible to purchase an MV and remain clueless as to the history and racing heritage behind the name, but I cant see how.