Bimota 500 V-Due vs Gilera Saturno Cross (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Bimota 500 V-Duestacks up against the Gilera Saturno Cross. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBimota 500 V-DueGilera Saturno Cross
Model year19991959
Price
Engine499 cc499 cc
Horsepower105 hp38 hp
Weight145 kg125 kg
Fuel capacity5.3 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3-21 / 4-18

Bimota 500 V-Due vs Gilera Saturno Cross — which should you buy?

Picking between the Bimota 500 V-Due and the Gilera Saturno Cross usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Bimota 500 V-Due brings 105 hp in a 145 kg package, while the Gilera Saturno Cross counters with 38 hp at 125 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: