Ducati vs Buell

[Kurtmon]

I am seriously considering getting a bike again, my last one was a Seca 750.... Now i am looking at a Monster or a lighting any thoughts on which would be a better choice?

[bradjonesbass]

Triumph Speed Triple!

[dee rob]

For what it's worth, my insurance is cheaper with the Monster 800 than it would have been with the XB9SX. That was definitely one of the deciding factors for me.....that along with the fact that chicks dig the Duc cause it's so sexy!!

dee

[Kurtmon]

Originally Posted by dee rob

For what it's worth, my insurance is cheaper with the Monster 800 than it would have been with the XB9SX. That was definitely one of the deciding factors for me.....that along with the fact that chicks dig the Duc cause it's so sexy!!

dee

Thats good to know..I am leaning toward the Ducati,,I am also curious,which one would be more reliable.

[Revvv]

You do not want a Buell. I used to sell HD. Let me assure you that the service techs do not want to work on these bikes.

The Ducs are good bikes, but they can also be costly in terms of maintenance.

I ride, but I'm not on a naked, I ride a Busa. I've always ridden sportbikes.

If I were looking for a naked bike or a streetfighter it would likely be a Suzuki SV. They are reliable, easy to afford, and a lot quicker than the Duc or the Buell.

[Kurtmon]

Originally Posted by Revvv

You do not want a Buell. I used to sell HD. Let me assure you that the service techs do not want to work on these bikes.

The Ducs are good bikes, but they can also be costly in terms of maintenance.

I ride, but I'm not on a naked, I ride a Busa. I've always ridden sportbikes.

If I were looking for a naked bike or a streetfighter it would likely be a Suzuki SV. They are reliable, easy to afford, and a lot quicker than the Duc or the Buell.

That was my 3rd choice,,,I assumed the Ducati or the Buell would be a better choice,,But I have been wrong a couple times before

[Lorenzini]

Originally Posted by bradjonesbass

Triumph Speed Triple!

+1

The best choice on all accounts!

Or a Triumph Street Speed if you can find one in the US.

[Kurtmon]

Originally Posted by Lorenzini

+1

The best choice on all accounts!

Or a Triumph Street Speed if you can find one in the US.

These are new to me but they are a very nice looking bike,,would they be expensive on the maint, compared to the suzuki?

[Lorenzini]

Originally Posted by Kurtmon

These are new to me but they are a very nice looking bike,,would they be expensive on the maint, compared to the suzuki?

The Suzuki what? I thought you were talking about Ducati and Buell?

To answer your question, I believe they cost the same to maintain as a Suzuki.

[Kurtmon]

Originally Posted by Revvv

You do not want a Buell. I used to sell HD. Let me assure you that the service techs do not want to work on these bikes.

The Ducs are good bikes, but they can also be costly in terms of maintenance.

I ride, but I'm not on a naked, I ride a Busa. I've always ridden sportbikes.

If I were looking for a naked bike or a streetfighter it would likely be a Suzuki SV. They are reliable, easy to afford, and a lot quicker than the Duc or the Buell.

Sometimes you have to actually read along

[iamlowsound]

Originally Posted by Lorenzini

+1

The best choice on all accounts!

Or a Triumph Street Speed if you can find one in the US.

This, Italian looks with Japanese like reliability. Plus they go like mad.

lowsound

[Lorenzini]

Originally Posted by Kurtmon

Sometimes you have to actually read along

Sure......



+1 lowsound

[hubcaps]

I had a monster... beautiful machine. It definitely got people's attention. I loved the sound of the desmo motor and it had a lot of torque. But it probably wasn't the most pratical bike.

I guess it really depends on what you are looking for.

[playinpearls]

those triumphs are sweet. i love the look of naked bikes...

[bradjonesbass]

Triumphs are easier to maintain than either Ducati or Buell, but probably not as "maintenance free" as the Japanese bikes. Plus that thing is just wicked on the street. Very usable power, and lots of it. Dealers are fairly plentiful, with one in most big cities. Again, not like the Japanese bikes where there's one every 10 miles it seems, but not too hard to find if you need service or parts.

[Kurtmon]

Looks like this thread has changed to Triumph vs Suzuki, I appreciate all the advice

[FL Knifemaker]

Originally Posted by Revvv

You do not want a Buell. I used to sell HD. Let me assure you that the service techs do not want to work on these bikes.

The Ducs are good bikes, but they can also be costly in terms of maintenance.

I ride, but I'm not on a naked, I ride a Busa. I've always ridden sportbikes.

If I were looking for a naked bike or a streetfighter it would likely be a Suzuki SV. They are reliable, easy to afford, and a lot quicker than the Duc or the Buell.

+1

Owned a Buell, been there, done that. Harley service is useless. I bought my Hayabusa while my Buell sat in the shop for a month. That was the best decision I ever made
Duc's are beautiful bikes but I've often seen them go home on flatbeds as well. Great bikes but most people that I know have them as a second bike.

[RED5]

HD dealers treat Buells like they hate 'em, Ducs are maintainence heavy,that valve train is ....unique. Always had a spot in my driveway for a Triumph ,but if you just want to turn the key and ride? I'd go Japanese.

[peterbright]

Buy a Suzuki...trouble free & fast.

[Asa Samuel]

Build your own! its much more fun.