Yamaha C3 vs Cleveland Tornado (1929)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha C3stacks up against the Cleveland Tornado. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha C3Cleveland Tornado
Model year19151929
Price
Engine999 cc1000 cc
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3-28 / 3-28

Yamaha C3 vs Cleveland Tornado — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha C3 and the Cleveland Tornado usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha C3 brings its published horsepower, while the Cleveland Tornado counters with its own power figure.

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: