Triumph Trident 660 | In Depth Review | What's it like to live with?
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- Опубліковано 7 чер 2024
- Living with the Triumph Trident 660 | In Depth Review: Having now ridden the new Trident for the last ten days, I've got a good feel for what I like and don't like about the machine - if you're interested in the new Triumph Trident you need to watch this video!
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I asked Triumph about the luggage options for this bike, they came back with the tank bag and when I said that was not enough their answer was, "well for a couple of t-shirts and a tooth brush is perfect"... hahaha
I’m surprised they didn’t say “yes, we make luggage for it, it’s called the Triumph Tiger”..
Very impressive that TMF is now so influential Great Missenden railway station completely clear their car park exclusively for the lugging about test.
Yes I know! Very good of them!
You beat me to it , I was going to say "that's one empty station car park !"
or maybe TMF is riding around after the zombie apocalypse and all the people of Great Missenden have run for the hills ....
Not a Reliant robin or Morris Marina in sight, maybe just some oil leaks... 😀
Still better styling than the MT-07 any day of the week.... coming from an MT-07 and Thruxton R owner...
very true.
Everything has a better styling than mt07
You are right, yammy 07 looks cluttered busy and disorganised
How are you finding the thruxton?
My mt-07 was awfully hot in city traffic. Would you happen to know if this produces less heat? Thanks!
This is one of the BEST vids I have ever seen. And I follow numerous contributors on other subjects and hobbies, and all are good or great. No waffle, no self indulgence, but a thorough review covering all aspects of the Triumph. I dont know the contributors name, but a massive thank you! Its almost completely rare that I would watch a vid of this length with out falling asleep. This is snappy, thoughtful and detailed review. Well I have a Trident on order and of course this review is several years old, but nevertheless, Im looking forward to owning my new Trident 660! Oh, I have also Subscribed and look forward to watching other reviews!
Thank you very much! Enjoy your new bike (good choice!)….
Triumph’s accessory catalog includes grab handles for the rear of the seat. Thus addressing 1/Passenger having something to hold onto, 2/ Ability to attach luggage. Looks like Krista’s US 20 would fit perfectly on the rear of the seat, 3/ Something to hold onto when you move the bike while standing beside it. Thanks for the review, informative as always.
ref. #2 - or even Triumph's own tail pack, ref. part number A9510553 ? (see the 'Configurator')
Thks for info.
I have loved these videos (and your channel as a whole) for years now, but I really wanted to thank you for making this one. I'm returning to motorcycling after about 15 years, and I've been having a hell of a time deciding between the striking Husqvarna Svartpilen and the Trident. Well, your video has sealed the win for Triumph! Unfortunately, here in Kansas City, they are rarer than hen's teeth... especially the matte jet black one with the big Triumph logo emblazoned in white on the side of the tank. Anywho, I just wanted to let you know that your video has been genuinely helpful, and that I really do appreciate it. I'll let you know how I get along with it... again, if I can find one. My Triumph dealer said that they can't keep them in stock. They come in the back and go right out the front. Heh, a pretty good problem for a business to have, I'd say! Well, thanks again, and please take care.
Hi my name is Jeremy from New Zealand 🇳🇿
I can't believe how similar our choices were.
I have some inheritance money coming to me & had decided to get the Husqvarna Svartpilen but the more I thought about it the more I realized that if I didn't get the Trident I would always regret it.
So same deal here all stock to New Zealand is pretty much presold before arrival & as luck would have it someone had taken delivery of one with the Matt black tank with large union jack on it & only riden 600ks before deciding they wanted a adventure bike instead so fortunately I will receive it shortly 😀
Excellent review! I'm with you on the Light Switch. I forget which bike I had with a similar set up but the lever was pulled back for flash then pushed forward (where it latched) for main beam. That worked well
Brilliant review as always - thank you. Great to see the depth that you go into in terms of actually living with the bike as opposed to seeing a reviewer juts throwing it into corners.
Thank you - appreciate that!
What a thorough and professional review. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for showing the underseat (lack of) storage :) Highly appreciated, that's always hard to find info on.
No worries!
Great all around review! Especially liked the riding parts in different areas!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great information thank you. Looking forward to your TFT video you mentioned
Love how to wide angle lens makes it look like you’ve stacked the bike and bent the forks
Great review. I live in a suburban area so 0-70 mph is fine by me. I'm mixed with the looks but I do love my triples! Definitely the best of the welterweight bikes.
On a side note, I have to enjoy the British when they can switch between stones, kilos and pounds. Not to mention liters, gallons, mph, kph, inches, meters and all of the other mixed metrics : )
Yes we're very confused and don't really "do" metric....
Great review as always. 👍🏻 The trident 🔱 is definitely in my list of possible new bikes. Panniers and rear rack are available for it. Unfortunately I can’t insert a picture. Keep you the great videos. 😁
Thanks for watching!
What a treat this morning! Thx
Wow, I really love that TFT. I'm not a fan of the tablet screen on most sportbikes. Still, I don't think anything beats the dash on my 675r!
Thanks for review. Based outside Britain, Triumph is a rare bike at the best of times. So a real treat to see one blasted about. Great in-depth detail and 20 minutes just flew.
Glad you enjoyed it thanks Anthony!
Fantastic in-depth review!
Thank you kindly!
This is definitely one of your best reviews, thank you!
Glad you think so!
...out of interest what makes you say that?
Low to mid segment banger, awesome work by Triumph
Great review, covered everything I wanted to know. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Looks great bike love the retro design!! Keeping my eye on these tridents
Another great vid..liked the detailed pros & cons..managed to get a test ride - deposit down & on order..Good to see under the seat - not a lot of room hoping to put a Scottoiler on - any ideas?🤔..Keep up the good work👍🏍👏👏
Nice one! ...and no I've not used Scottoilers so good luck with that one!
Really enjoyed the video it was very helpful
Glad you enjoyed it!
Another deficient rear mudguard! Won't rant again as I made the point yesterday. Great review.
Test rode the trident last week at the Staffordshire launch day, chatted to the marketing lady for awhile about your reviews and relationship with triumph. Ended up doing an interview on the bike as part of their day...good fun, enjoyed the bike....sun out, near the peaks...on a new bike ..what’s not to like. If your after a predictable blast over the twisties, that has great geometry for energetic sprints...it’s one to look at. As usual great review from the missendenFlyer
I don’t have a relationship with Triumph! All my contact is via a third party PR firm they use....glad you enjoyed the bike and thanks for watching!
@@TheMissendenFlyer it was a PR lady with the Trident road show.....maybe I misunderstood her comment, or read into it....anyway did not mean to imply anything, impartiality wise....
Great review, looks like a nice motorbike.
For my money, your reviews are totally the best !
Aww thank you!
Thank you very much you have helped me make my decision I will buy one
Excellent review as always 👍
Thank you! Cheers!
I really love the look of this bike in particular the thick front part and slim rear.
This looks like a perfect bike for a bit of commuting and those two or three hour rides on the weekend exploring the local countryside. I would venture to say a great bike for New Zealand conditions where there are essentially no motorways and the cops are hot on speeding (100km/h speed limit). I like the long maintenance intervals as well. Nice review as always.
Long maintenance intervals are meaningless, still needs annual service. Only good if you do over 10,000 miles a year
@@brianmcbain6997 Agree, but it does show confidence in the product, and things like valve clearance check/adjust are milage dependent, not time, so for low mileage users that is a bonus.
Great review mate
I've just about taken delivery of mine with the Matt black & union jack tank
Congratulations!
I have a speed triple r and as you know the seat is tiny, however i tour on it with a tail pck and tank bag no problem , great reveiw and a cracking commuter or first big bike or even someone teturning to biking . 👍👍👍
best review video. I lost so much time with watching other videos. Everything in this video is excellent
Wow, thanks!
Great review TMF as always.
Thank you kindly
I don't know if it's just me but I prefer the standard air valves on the wheels to the right angled one's, especially for checking the pressures with my digital gauge.
Triumph offer optional nicely designed grab handles for a pillion. There is also an optional Bag for the rear seat as well as the tank bag. Another nice option is the gear shifter up & down. Nice bike.
Top review again Sir.
I appreciate that, thank you...
Great review. When he said ‘euro 5 friendly exhaust’ I shudder with anxiety. If I bought this bike that exhaust would be off quicker than me getting on it and starting it up.
Looking forward to your Tiger 660 review when they arrive. :)
great video as always. It would be amazing if you get a chance to try Aprilia 660 Tuono. love to know your thoughts on that
bloomin good job! you and of course Triumph!
The Matt Black version is my favourite 👍
Two points about flashing your lights (keep bees in your bonnet)……. Two pints. On my advanced course flashing the lights at the other driver is looked down on for safety. Then to flash in a narrow road to say “you first” can be done by doing a quick high beam.
I enjoy your reviews “so don’t get me wrong” hehe.
Another helpful, informative review. Your vids are always great content. Nice enough bike but nothing that makes me regret taking delivery of my CB650R last week.
Another excellent review sir! I am curious how it compairs to your Street Triple R in terms of power delivery. I had a 2012 (same color as yours) and miss the sweet sound/pull of the triple motor. Would I be happy with this, or should I look to the Yamaha XSR 900 instead?
Checkout my comparison of this v my street triple v h the Honda cbr600r
Did a test ride on it today. Its a very cool bike.
Just ordered the 2023 in the Orange but don’t get it until Mar 23. Saw it in Viet Nam last week and immediately fell in love with the looks of it. Your review helped make my mind up. So thanks, it may not be the RS Street Triple but I sold that way back as it was a tad too quick for me and I was finding myself way over the limit all the time…. This seems to have the tone and agility of the bike and I absolutely love it in the orange so win win for me. Thanks again, another awesome review.
Glad to be of assistance! Enjoy your new bike…
IMHO, that is how you build a bike to a price-point in terms of value. Very smart. The review is more than fair.
Cheers Scott - I know I can always rely on you for a nice comment!
So excited to get this as my first bike 😊😍
Hope you enjoy it!
I think it looks amazing. I almost bought the SV650 (which I still might) but the Triumph is gorgeous IMHO.
Like your vids :-) I ´ve ordered one in Black. My Last were a Kawasaki ER6 N looking forward to get the Triumph in June. Greetings from Germany
Congratulations!
Givi website finally shows that manufacturing is commencing with a luggage rack and other bits for these. 👍
Was in the local dealership having a look yesterday, I’ve a twin at the moment and struggling with vibes causing my right hand to go numb. How smooth is the triple? Probably need a four but not many options in the sub 750 range🤔
Excellent review TMF, enjoyed watching this. One question, this or the Speed Twin?
Speed twin any day!
@@TheMissendenFlyer right answer :)
This looks like such an easy and enjoyable bike to get on with every day with some fun on the weekend. Love the Road 5 tires being standard as well, and quite a reasonable price. I just had my first ride of 2021 today here in Canada (usually April is when it starts)... so nice to be back out again, despite the salt.. still a good 2 feet of snow everywhere! Safe riding
Yikes!
It doesn't look that great?! Right... we're having words next time I see you :)
Sorry mate! It's not repulsive or anything, like the Street Twin [joke!] just a bit "meh" to me, no doubt it's a fabulous bike though, beautifully made and excellent value for money - great for nipping around town....
@mj5000 Good point. Watching for the reply.
It's no street twin for sure 😏
@motobob, Trident looks good to me :-D
It's the tortoise shell sunglasses i think lol
SW Motech make throw overs especially designed for the Trident also a seat bag.Also you can get grab handles off Triumph or after market & accommodate panniers.
Seriously thinking of buying one of these..... thanks
My pleasure
I enjoyed the video and seeing the English country side. I'm looking to pick one of these up in the southern US.
A bit late to the show, apologies. The Trident offers big bang for the bucks, impressive. Your review is as always top-shelf. Bit spoiled when watching other reviews, they’re not even close. Thanks TMF.......👍🏼 😎 🇺🇸 🌎
That's very kind of you to say Bradley!
Thank you for your review.
There are accessories for the bike on Triumph’s website including pillion handles and a rear seat bag. I agree it’s no tourer but then look at the price!
You said the there doesn’t seem to be much go after reaching 70 at 5,500rpm. Interesting that the power band doesn’t go up but still remains until about 9,250rpm. I’m not sure how this should feel but it seems quite happy to go faster. I’m new to biking.
I’m thinking this bike whilst being a good price could also almost last over to bike buying cycles and prepare you for most bigger bikes when you eventually sell.
Would you add cruise control and gear assist or would this be a waist of time and money? Thank you again.
Hey! I just moved in that area and it is great to see that you are zooming around there!
If you would consider giving some suggestions on areas to explore with a bike (in Buckinghamshire), I would definitely be interested
I wish I coud - riding is rubbish here - I go to Wales!
Seen loads of reviews on this and the competition. They notice the overall quality and handling of the bike with decent performance of this triumph, the brake pedal looked fine to me, pretty thick guaged metal. The Honda is good, but you have to rev the nuts off it. The yammy has the slightly better engine, but less overall fit and finish and iffy handling when pushed. All in all, the triumph nails it.
Yeah it’s a lovely looking bike 👌🏽
I’ve been a passenger and it’s great, seat is super comfy, and there are grab handles available separately. As for luggage there is an additional tail pack but no passenger then. Also Kreiga do under seat luggage that fit this bike, again if no passenger! We love it.
Thks for info.
Another good summery of the bike TMF
Great review. I live in Sydney Australia but am originally from Bucks ( Hughenden Valley ) and so I love watching your rides in the area. I have a Trident here and it’s a perfect city bike during the week and fun at the weekend to get out onto some of our country roads. The only thing I’ve noticed is the silver metal pieces seem to be tarnishing. Any tips on product to bring back a shine?
I’m a fan of Autosol!
Excellent and thorough review. Curious if it suits well for a 6’1” frame.
I imagine a little small - best try one!
Great review.
(The lake down latimer rd is about 15 years old)
Quite new then! I probably haven't been down there for 15 years!!
Great review, thank you. One request, please, please will someone tell me - what does TFT stand for!
My Striple is going for 40,000 kilometre service at the Alicante dealer on Wednesday... the curtesy bike is going to be the new Trident... will be interesting to see how the technology has moved on since my bike was built in 2014.
A great review Andy! Thank you for your honest impressions. 👍😎🇦🇺
No problem 👍
Great review, and I must agree , for once Triumph havn't got the styling quite right.
You’re about the only reviewer who does a night time gig. Good on ya 🤩👊
Thank you - so glad you spotted that!
Good review. Loom forward to see one in the flesh but I will wait to see if Triumph follow Yamaha and bring range of bikes out on this roadster. Yamaha Mt07=Trident. Yamaha Tracer MT07- This could be the next version to solve touring-luggage problems highlighted. Yamaha Tenere - Would this make a good light weight base model to the Tiger adventurer range with some uprated suspension-wheels. Yamaha XSR retro - Like to see the Triumph style team bring out a retro triple.
Good review. You are covering some worthwhile areas not covered by other reviewers. Weight for example is an interesting topic you discussed in a few segments. For me, lighter bikes give more confidence in the wet, around town, twisty roads and when man-handling around the garage.
Yes I agree - very important to me that...
I went from a 230kg vfr800 to a 130kg Supermoto.. was amazing the difference in weight 😄
Great little video. I ordered mine as soon as it was announced but having to wait another 2weeks for Triumph Glasgow to deliver!! But they are doing it for free do can't complain. Just a quick question and I guess it depends on whether that bike was still in the running in period but do you know if the rev display is automatically programmed in to show the riding in max rev for each stage of riding in? And does it move to the next rev limit after said specified miles. Cheers.
Good question and I don't know the answer - I wondered that too!
Was wondering if you'd know, with it having a steel frame will it be prone to rust like the previous MT07?
Very informative video! I was thinking about Trident and CB650R. I remember 2 years ago Trident was slightly more expensive than CB. However thanks to Honda, brand new CB650s are not coming to my country and they do not give a date. So old (pre 2024) CB650R's are now totaly on blackmarket and their prices are aprox. 20% higher than Trident. I guess that makes Trident more attractive
I saw a photo online of a white Trident with barend mirrors, Flyscreen w/ matching paint and Grab rails installed. I don't know if they will be available but there you go. Ride safe.
Those are optional extras you can have fitted
Looks nice 👍
Aww Yisss the baby triple vs bigger triple comparisons can’t be far behind, and the street vs speed triple comparo...it’s like Christmas in spring
It's coming!
Totally agree on the looks. Doesn’t have that appeal that the likes of the Honda cb650r has. I think when I get my license I’d go for the Honda.
Great review. This are of the market needs more competition, although you keep forgetting to mention Suzuki's SV650 as a competitor - surely a contender on value and accessibility alone?
Yes, you are right - love the SV650, much more basic than the Trident though, feeling a bit long in the tooth in comparison...
Nice review. I think the Trident would make a great 2nd bike for around town.
Definitely!
Excellent review (as always) if you were pushed to which would you choose, the Trident or Honda's CB650R?
Video coming on that soon!
Good review as usual in total agreement on your views here I like the bike but ! why no center stand on a bike that light they are useful I am guessing the the exhaust won't allow it . The tail I reckon could be a little longer and wider but I think maybe Triumph are not aiming this bike at anything other than new riders as I first bigger bike so they will not be taking pillions . The price well for me it would be buy a used Street triple with low mileage for probably less money , for me it's a run around town bike but ya can't buy to much cos ya only have yer back pack ha : D excellent . Cheers : )
Great vid ☺ I noticed yr sound was quite clear when u apologised for the buffeting.. Clearer than normal. Was great
Can you get a fly screen (a small one)? Rarely rain here, but lot of bugs, it would be tough to clean the bug with nook and cranny up front.
Agree that it will make an excellent commuter bike and give the opportunity for solo fun day rides. Unless you are very economical with packing it isn't a tourer!
Andy , I agree with majority of points. The tyres are more like slicks, I'm old school and like slots on tyre edge to force water out and away from tyre, can't see that happening with this pattern. Not important as mine will Not be going out in the wet.lol. Grab handles are available but you have to find someone small and stupid enough to sit on that perch,not an issue for me again. Can;t wait to get some miles on mine. Luggage ? It's not a tourer, it's a fun ride lane blaster, horses for courses so yet again not an issue for me . Cheers now.
Road 5s are superb in the wet and stay that way as the tyres wear. Best tyres I have ever ridden on.
BEAUTIFUL MOTORCYCLE IN EVERY SIMPLICITY AND ANOTHER GREAT REVIEW
The looks do it!
I like Amersham, and the 'very' local pub, rented a wee cottage just outside, to ride the Met line into NESTA, re radical cycle saddle
Hey TMF! Being a keen 'flasher' like yourself (!) is it not possible just to do a quick double tap on the main beam button? Great review of a cracking little bike. Don't know how they do it for the price. I know it's not the same thing but how did it compare against your old Street Triple and your Speed Twin?
Yes you can but it's a bit of a faff that isn't it. I have a vid comparing it to my Street Triple (and the CB650R) coming soon!
Thanks a lot for the great video. Informative as usual. Question, what motorbike(s) would you recommend for a biker who used 250cc for couple of months and now going to middle weight for every day commuting in Berlin and on weekends go to longer trips to another cities with my partner and some luggage.
I’m expecting 90% on road. I’m 165, and im 35.
Tiger Sport 850....
@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks for the recommendation. How do you compare it to the F750GS. Its just much cheaper. Would you still recommend the Tiger sport for the price difference, around 3000 Euros.
@@Mohammed68099 Yes definitely - the BMW is so heavy to move around in comparison (heavier than my "big" GS)..
Excellent review as always. :) Things that put me off, looks, the seat something looks incomplete there. The street triple is known for the quirky bug eyes and being bonkers in a way (which i like :P) . The trident seems to be an attempt to usher in more riders towards Triumph :). Overall a very well spec'd bike but not to my liking though. If it were me, i'd rather wait, save up and get the Striple R. And the sound from the engine... isn't that a bit muffled than the older Street triple S?
Yes it doesn't have quite the rasp of a Street Triple for sure...it's recognizably Triumph Triple sounding though...
It got your heart beating towards the end there 🙂👍
Sure did!