Tuono vs Speed Triple - Page 2

jnberr0 · 09-14-2009, 07:43 PM

No offense to the Tuono, because it really is a wicked bike and would rape a Speed Triple on probably any track, but the power figures here are a little misleading. Nearly every dyno I've seen has the Speed Triple and the Tuono within 2-3 rwhp of each other at their peak. And the S3 generally dominates the Tuono in terms of torque.

In terms of seat of the pants feel, I can say that while the Tuono feels motor feels revvier, the S3's lump definitely feels stronger and is a much more fun motor, IMHO. It's really one of the best motors I've ever experienced.

Nuclear Fishin' · 09-14-2009, 07:46 PM

I chose the S3 because of looks, that great big old batch of honk the motor has down low, price, parts and dealer support in my area.

All things being equal with parts, price and dealer support I could be convinced to buy either one. I do love me some triple wail with the Arrow low pipe though and the ten minute chain adjustments, from clean hands to clean hands, don't hurt my feelings either.

_Tuf_ · 09-15-2009, 01:04 AM

I was in a similar situation. I rode both, didn't like the looks of the Triple so was going to buy a Tiger instead but then I rode the Tuono and the decision was made. It felt better at high speeds and it sorts out really well with some tweaks . I imagine the S3 does as well but the Tuono is tits with some quick and inexpensive modifications. It also felt a bit more solid in terms of finish and I preferred it for looks (totally subjective on that account). I will say that the 1050 is one of the smoothest and spirited motors I've ever had the pleasure to ride in recent years. This is a decision where you simply cannot go wrong.

Royal Tiger · 09-15-2009, 02:52 AM

Here is a nice head to head test from the UK:

http://www.visordown.com/road-tests/...iple/6136.html

bobw · 09-15-2009, 03:32 AM

Test ride is the only answer. I am a twin fan in general, but I also loved my Sprint for what that 3 motor brings to the riding experience. My riding friend has owned many bikes, but over the last several years it was a S3 then a Mille then another S3 and now he just bought a new Tuono. The 09 S3 was the other final contender for his new bike. If you can get the service/parts support you need for either bike, for me it would come down to ergonomics as they both have loyal riders for all the right reasons.

Good luck.

Cortez · 09-18-2009, 09:30 AM

I never ridden either, but I vote for Tuono

EastSideSM · 09-18-2009, 10:13 AM

Triple wins for me. The Tuono (older ones were a bit more raw) is an awesome bike, but there is just something about the S3 that gets me going. can't really go wrong with either one though. both are great bikes. Which one makes your mouth water? I've ridden both and understand it is a hard choice to make.

olie · 09-18-2009, 09:01 PM

well the Speed Triple is a cheaper bike with cheaper components. Fact...not opinion. Maybe putting the price in the equation, the Triple is a good buy. The Tuono is in a different league. You pay for what you get... nothing wrong with that.

OConnor · 09-18-2009, 10:30 PM

Get a holdover Tuono. '07 were 8k last I looked, unless they are gone.

saafrican · 09-19-2009, 08:27 AM

Ridden the St and enjoyed it ,great bike .
Rode the Tuono and was blown away ,FANTASTIC

There are some great deal on Tuono s on Ebay . Ive seen quite a few good deals around $7000 $8000

I bought a brand new 2007 for $7500 .with a 2 year warranty

Hey for that price you cant get a better deal for a 1000 cc

Check out Ebay and bid your price plus $1 30 sec before bidding closes
GOOD LUCK

Every ride is a good ride on a ST
BUT EVERY RIDE IS TO SHORT ON A TUONO

RocketJohn · 09-19-2009, 09:21 PM

Tuono sounds meaner..

Speed Triple is more refined...

BadTroll · 09-21-2009, 06:13 PM

Those 1050's are chick bikes....just ask Peach.

09-15-2009, 01:04 AM	#18
_Tuf_ Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2007 Location: Phx, AZ Oddometer: 346	I was in a similar situation. I rode both, didn't like the looks of the Triple so was going to buy a Tiger instead but then I rode the Tuono and the decision was made. It felt better at high speeds and it sorts out really well with some tweaks . I imagine the S3 does as well but the Tuono is tits with some quick and inexpensive modifications. It also felt a bit more solid in terms of finish and I preferred it for looks (totally subjective on that account). I will say that the 1050 is one of the smoothest and spirited motors I've ever had the pleasure to ride in recent years. This is a decision where you simply cannot go wrong. __________________ 07.5 Flat Black Tuono R Anything makes sense if you don't know what you're talking about.

09-15-2009, 02:52 AM	#19
Royal Tiger Panzerkampfwagen VI Joined: Sep 2006 Location: Lehigh Valley, PA Oddometer: 1,115	Here is a nice head to head test from the UK: http://www.visordown.com/road-tests/...iple/6136.html __________________ Dan 2005 BMW R1200ST 2007 BMW G650X XChallenge

09-18-2009, 09:30 AM	#21
Cortez BAZINGA! Joined: Apr 2006 Location: Croatia Oddometer: 3,991	I never ridden either, but I vote for Tuono __________________ '12 Kymco Downtown 300i ABS, '08 Yamaha FZ6n S2 ABS SOLD: '03 Peugeot Speedfight2, '07 Kawasaki ER6F ABS, '06 Kymco Agility 125 My Flickr gallery

09-18-2009, 10:13 AM	#22
EastSideSM Isn't that dangerous? Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Providence, RI Oddometer: 1,243	Triple wins for me. The Tuono (older ones were a bit more raw) is an awesome bike, but there is just something about the S3 that gets me going. can't really go wrong with either one though. both are great bikes. Which one makes your mouth water? I've ridden both and understand it is a hard choice to make. __________________ EastSideSM: '06 950SM Black, '01 Honda RC51

09-18-2009, 09:01 PM	#23
olie Beastly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2004 Location: Austin, TX Oddometer: 1,078	well the Speed Triple is a cheaper bike with cheaper components. Fact...not opinion. Maybe putting the price in the equation, the Triple is a good buy. The Tuono is in a different league. You pay for what you get... nothing wrong with that. __________________ 09 C14 ABS, red Remus HexaCone Ti, CF hugger,CB Ultra W'shield, SHAD 50L, GSG Sliders, Sargent seat 12 SuperT, black Mods to come... 11 Corvette, unmolested...

09-14-2009, 07:43 PM	#16
jnberr0 Priller Pilot Joined: Jul 2005 Oddometer: 388	No offense to the Tuono, because it really is a wicked bike and would rape a Speed Triple on probably any track, but the power figures here are a little misleading. Nearly every dyno I've seen has the Speed Triple and the Tuono within 2-3 rwhp of each other at their peak. And the S3 generally dominates the Tuono in terms of torque. In terms of seat of the pants feel, I can say that while the Tuono feels motor feels revvier, the S3's lump definitely feels stronger and is a much more fun motor, IMHO. It's really one of the best motors I've ever experienced.

09-14-2009, 07:46 PM	#17
Nuclear Fishin' Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Port Saint Lousy Oddometer: 328	I chose the S3 because of looks, that great big old batch of honk the motor has down low, price, parts and dealer support in my area. All things being equal with parts, price and dealer support I could be convinced to buy either one. I do love me some triple wail with the Arrow low pipe though and the ten minute chain adjustments, from clean hands to clean hands, don't hurt my feelings either.

09-15-2009, 03:32 AM	#20
bobw Harden the phuck up Joined: Nov 2006 Location: God's country, Western North Carolina Oddometer: 662	Test ride is the only answer. I am a twin fan in general, but I also loved my Sprint for what that 3 motor brings to the riding experience. My riding friend has owned many bikes, but over the last several years it was a S3 then a Mille then another S3 and now he just bought a new Tuono. The 09 S3 was the other final contender for his new bike. If you can get the service/parts support you need for either bike, for me it would come down to ergonomics as they both have loyal riders for all the right reasons. Good luck.

09-18-2009, 10:30 PM	#24
OConnor Bad juju Joined: May 2004 Location: Midwest Oddometer: 2,617	Get a holdover Tuono. '07 were 8k last I looked, unless they are gone. __________________ 2008 GSX1250S 2006 Ducati S2R1000 1974 Honda CB125 2000 Suzuki SV650 race bike 1971 CB175 vintage racer inabox

09-19-2009, 08:27 AM	#25
saafrican n00b Joined: Sep 2009 Location: Seattle/Fort lauderdale Oddometer: 4	Tuono Ridden the St and enjoyed it ,great bike . Rode the Tuono and was blown away ,FANTASTIC There are some great deal on Tuono s on Ebay . Ive seen quite a few good deals around $7000 $8000 I bought a brand new 2007 for $7500 .with a 2 year warranty Hey for that price you cant get a better deal for a 1000 cc Check out Ebay and bid your price plus $1 30 sec before bidding closes GOOD LUCK Every ride is a good ride on a ST BUT EVERY RIDE IS TO SHORT ON A TUONO

09-19-2009, 09:21 PM	#26
RocketJohn Hook em' Horns! Joined: Apr 2002 Location: Denver Metro Oddometer: 11,064	Tuono sounds meaner.. Speed Triple is more refined... __________________ RocketJohn™ 1974 Honda CL350 / 2013 Yamaha Super Tenere Smugmug Coupon Here / SuperTune Motorsports in Denver My SuperTenere Blog

09-21-2009, 06:13 PM	#27
BadTroll Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2006 Oddometer: 2,019	Those 1050's are chick bikes....just ask Peach.

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