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Administrator · 07-16-2008, 03:29 PM

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2008 Oddball Literbikes Comparison: Benelli Tornado Tre 1130 vs. Buell 1125R vs. Ducati 1098S

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The_AirHawk · 07-16-2008, 03:38 PM

Rockin!

Sound-quality through these crappy corporate-issue speakers is dodgy, at best - but the bikes each have their own distinctive sound - and they all sound good.

'Specially that Tornado........

gbrummett · 07-16-2008, 04:04 PM

At last the article I have been waiting for a real article on the production Buell 1125R

Thank you!

12er · 07-16-2008, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gbrummett

At last the article I have been waiting for a real article on the production Buell 1125R

Thank you!

Still sounds like the Preproduction Buell... Bummer, spotty fueling isnt any fun, right Sarnali?

newagetwotone · 07-16-2008, 04:24 PM

Much prefer the looks of the air cooled buells... The Benelli is gorgeous though......

seruzawa · 07-16-2008, 04:47 PM

The Benelli Triples were $36K a few years back. Is that $16K price correct?

newagetwotone · 07-16-2008, 06:28 PM

Yea, check out their website, most expensive is $18

gbrummett · 07-16-2008, 09:04 PM

Yeah, and besides looking much better the air cooled Buells get much better mileage (I'm getting 54 mpg on mine) but at least Buell has a bike now that has over 120 rear wheel HP and is water cooled.

Buzglyd · 07-16-2008, 09:48 PM

Excellent write-up Pete. I think you captured all of these bikes well.

Luckily, I was able to ride two of the three. Sadly, damp weather put a damper on my further participation.

The Ducati is just an unbelievable motorcycle. It's a treat for the eyes and a spectacular ride. I realize this was the S model but the standard model is worth every penny of it's selling price. It's so purposeful and so right. I was lane-splitting on the 405 and even that was fun (except for my roasted a$$ due to the underseat exhaust).

I only got to listen to the Benelli. The sound and the flames are incredible. Personally, the Tre' shape has been around a long time and I found it a bit dated. It will attract a lot of attention on the street. The jury is still out on the Chinese ownership.

The Buell seems like the bike designed by all the guys on the message boards. It has a willing, torquey ("proper") motor, great ergos and wind protection, and the unique Buellness that we love. The individual parts are great but as a whole, it's kind of oddball. I really enjoyed riding it but found the appearance all wrong. The air-cooled Buells (particularly the S model) look so right. The 1125 could have been designed by a committee of Boeing engineers.

I suppose any of these could find a home in my garage because I like bikes that take their own path to greatness.

The Ducati is my pick.

PS- This post will require one carne asada burrito. Do I send the receipt to Canada?

Kevin_Duke · 07-17-2008, 12:36 AM

Send your receipt anywhere but my house, Buz! Sorry rain spoiled our playtime.

07-16-2008, 03:29 PM	#1
Administrator Administrator Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: On My Bike Posts: 0	2008 Oddball Literbikes Comparison: Benelli Tornado Tre 1130 vs. Buell 1125R vs. Ducati 1098S Original Article: 2008 Oddball Literbikes Comparison: Benelli Tornado Tre 1130 vs. Buell 1125R vs. Ducati 1098S Please discuss the Motorcycle.com article 2008 Oddball Literbikes Comparison: Benelli Tornado Tre 1130 vs. Buell 1125R vs. Ducati 1098S in our Motorcycle Forums below. Use the reply button to let others know your comments or feedback on the article. Constructive criticism is always appreciated, along with your thoughts and personal opinions on the bikes and products we have tested.

07-16-2008, 03:38 PM	#2
The_AirHawk Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Leanin' Tower O' P-P-P-P-POWAAAAAAAAA!!!! Posts: 11,428	Rockin! Sound-quality through these crappy corporate-issue speakers is dodgy, at best - but the bikes each have their own distinctive sound - and they all sound good. 'Specially that Tornado........ __________________ *Parfois, on fait pas semblant* Sometimes, it's not pretend Oderint Dum Metuant Let them hate so long as they fear политики предпочитают безоружных крестьян Politicians Prefer Unarmed Peasants Nothing to see here, Citizen. Move along now...

07-16-2008, 04:47 PM	#6
seruzawa The Toad Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 17,404	The Benelli Triples were $36K a few years back. Is that $16K price correct? __________________ http://www.badmovies.org/movies/deadalive/ I kick @ss for the Lord!

07-16-2008, 09:48 PM	#9
Buzglyd Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 10,858	Great test. Excellent write-up Pete. I think you captured all of these bikes well. Luckily, I was able to ride two of the three. Sadly, damp weather put a damper on my further participation. The Ducati is just an unbelievable motorcycle. It's a treat for the eyes and a spectacular ride. I realize this was the S model but the standard model is worth every penny of it's selling price. It's so purposeful and so right. I was lane-splitting on the 405 and even that was fun (except for my roasted a$$ due to the underseat exhaust). I only got to listen to the Benelli. The sound and the flames are incredible. Personally, the Tre' shape has been around a long time and I found it a bit dated. It will attract a lot of attention on the street. The jury is still out on the Chinese ownership. The Buell seems like the bike designed by all the guys on the message boards. It has a willing, torquey ("proper") motor, great ergos and wind protection, and the unique Buellness that we love. The individual parts are great but as a whole, it's kind of oddball. I really enjoyed riding it but found the appearance all wrong. The air-cooled Buells (particularly the S model) look so right. The 1125 could have been designed by a committee of Boeing engineers. I suppose any of these could find a home in my garage because I like bikes that take their own path to greatness. The Ducati is my pick. PS- This post will require one carne asada burrito. Do I send the receipt to Canada?

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07-16-2008, 04:04 PM	#3
gbrummett Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 512	At last the article I have been waiting for a real article on the production Buell 1125R Thank you!

07-16-2008, 04:24 PM	#5
newagetwotone Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1,302	Much prefer the looks of the air cooled buells... The Benelli is gorgeous though......

07-16-2008, 06:28 PM	#7
newagetwotone Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1,302	Yea, check out their website, most expensive is $18

07-16-2008, 09:04 PM	#8
gbrummett Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 512	Yeah, and besides looking much better the air cooled Buells get much better mileage (I'm getting 54 mpg on mine) but at least Buell has a bike now that has over 120 rear wheel HP and is water cooled.

07-17-2008, 12:36 AM	#10
Kevin_Duke Motorcycle.com Staff Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 2,062	Send your receipt anywhere but my house, Buz! Sorry rain spoiled our playtime.