2021 Triumph Trident | First RIDE & REVIEW

The #Triumph #Trident - a 660cc, £7195, three-cylinder, middleweight naked #roadster - marks a new and important era for the British manufacturer. On behalf of Bennetts BikeSocial, Adam 'Chad' Child was among the few who got to ride new Triumph on the international press launch in Tenerife which presented plenty of UK-like conditions with sun, rain, fog and ice all in one-day.
Join him on-board for all the juicy details of its price, power, torque, rider aids, all the market-grabbing headline features and, of course, his verdict.
Here's the full review: www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial...
📖CONTENTS
▶️ 00:00 Intro and video overview
▶️ 00:12 Action footage
▶️ 00:46 Bike overview
▶️ 01:18 Engine
▶️ 01:31 Power/Torque
▶️ 01:44 Suspension, tyre, brakes
▶️ 01:46 CORRECTION: rear shock has (very well hidden) linkage
▶️ 02:25 Rivals
▶️ 03:33 On board riding
▶️ 03:45 CORRECTION: 80bhp not 90bhp
▶️ 05:49 Service intervals
▶️ 07:07 Verdict
▶️ 09:07 Bennetts Rewards advert
▶️ 09:40 Outtakes
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[@kevinsdb1]

The more I see of this bike the more I want one. Can't wait to take one out on a test ride soon

[@PhilJonesPhotographer]

This bike looks amazing. I can definitely see this bike doing really well in 2021 for new riders and commuters. Great review, I can't wait to take one out for myself!

[@arungopal7300]

It looks simple and inviting for the new riders...at the same time has a certain pose that makes it stand out among competition... thank u ... for the review...

[@IvanDP86]

Spectacular that Triumph has decided to make its presentation on the island of Tenerife, as many other brands have already done. Our landscapes and roads, a world reference for the world of motorcycles! Thanks for your video guys! Nice 👍🏻

[@RagingTortoise]

That’s a good looking machine IMO. I think I’ll be getting one as soon as possible!

[@karlosh9286]

Looks good . I'm sure I'll get a test ride down my local Triumph dealer sometime in 2021. One thing, I want that headlight on my Speed Triple !

[@jackgirote9132]

I plan on getting this bike. Moving on from my old 80's honda shadow (my first bike).

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Good luck and please let us know how you get on!

[@jabsy5094]

Upgrading from my shadow as well (1st bike), but also cross shopping this against the newly revealed Honda Rebel 1100. Hard to let go of that Japanese reliability.....

[@ianw3294]

@@jabsy5094 keep the shadow! Great bike will never let you down:)

[@1FromTheTree]

I really like this bike and am looking at returning to biking after a 10 year lay off. Will it be a bit small for me (I’m 6’5” tall) if you were able to be flat footed ?

[@zanathzanath7236]

Well made bike. Simple design, refreshing dash style, minimalist body covers, and quality. The triple engine is one thing no one offers. Loving it triumph!

[@ReevyMotovlogs]

I'm an MT-07 fan boy but this does look... dare I say it... pretty damn nice!

[@JR-rj8nd]

After seeing the new mt 07 and 09 i think this machine looks 1000x better

[@judownie]

I like the underslung exhaust and the fact that triumph have managed to get rid of the horrible double head lights idea. A nice looking bike.

[@astrostrotch]

Really no linkage on the rear suspension? I've seen the other reviews and this hasn't been mentioned. Well done for pointing this out!

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Ah, we double checked and you were right to question it because there is. Apologies for misleading you. I’ll make an amend in the description. This is from Triumph, “The bike does in fact have a linkage on the RSU. I know that it looks like it is direct acting but trust me there is a very well hidden linkage between the RSU and back of the engine.”

[@danmcneil7181]

Enjoyed your review of the Triumph triple. Very nice bike. Also curious about your jacket, What brand is it or is it a custom build ? Cheers, 👍🇨🇦

[@Memo-xr4nu]

Love your Reviews Thanks 🙏🏻

[@dieselboy914]

Very insightful review, thank you! Friendly piece of feedback: no need to yell into your helmet. You'll avoid the distortion if you get comfortable and take it down a notch.

[@barracuda017]

thanks for very informative review. I have a 21 street triple rs, and looking to put a 2nd bike in the garage, something that's a bit different from the street, easier, fun bike to throw around... IYO does the Trident fit that bill

[@colindeans5972]

Best Trident review I've seen so far. The radiator shrouds are a bit of a mess, possibly look better in black. Thanks for the review.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Thanks for letting us know, Colin

[@TheImtoomuch]

I like the red shrouds.

[@daystate123]

Omg the sandals... please no

[@walkerfharris]

so pale!

[@5tevieb954]

🤢

[@splodge5714]

Nice bike tho

[@bennettsbikesocial]

The surfer dude from Yorkshire!

[@IRbashboon]

fuck the sandals...he drove a trident :P

[@MrJohnnynapalm7]

Good review - thanks for sharing 👍

[@taylerellis378]

Im 35 years young in the USA I will take one for sure. I like the style and was looking for something different than the somewhat childish mt 07 or z650. A want a quick, snappy, nimble do it all commuter bike. This fits the bill.

[@jrewing5054]

Surely the bike would have to be looked at before 10,000 miles? Is it 10,000 or months whatever comes first? Also how much are all the extras to get added on?

[@KingCast65]

0:24 -- Now crossed-up is The Thing I guess. Lovely bikes these are though. I love what is going on with the new 650 class now that all the middleweights have moved up to 8-900cc right. The Norton is beautiful. Aprilia obviously has several platforms too.... Fact is, I love my Duc but I'm hooked on a Triple. Just got my 5th Triple, a Tiger800 and I'm glad I am out of the 955/1050/675 game because all of those bikes frankly go too fast up top. Tiger8 makes all the right noises but is just a bit slower but with MUCH better wind protection (I have a extension on my screen too). My Duc is a slow poke Duc too the OG Multi S. I have absolutely zero responsibility and I will use it if I have it.

[@daveinwla6360]

Where is(are) the air intake(s) on this bike? Are they in the side bulges of the fuel tank?

[@luisfelipesa9921]

Are Triumph bikes reliable? I had Honda, Suzuki and Kawasaki and had no problems, now I’m interested in this bike but still looking for more information!

[@xerxes0095]

Okay that is one sexy bike. If i get a within next year this motorcycle is definitely on top of my list.

[@TheTejas1920]

How does it sound? Like Daytona? Street Triple? I so wanna hear her sound with aftermarket exhaust...❤️

[@rhiannonstudios]

Sounds like a Varadero 125 from what I’ve heard

[@booshting3520]

Standard triple whine. Nice

[@yoorukhunt947]

Do the Dad sandals come with the bike?

[@RexJacob]

At 7mins 50 secs, you are mentioning about the seat height as 810mm, its actually 805 mm. I just mentioned because since i am only 165 cms in height, the seat height is what I always check first before buying a bike.

[@rajeshnagarajan1853]

Everything is composed ✨

[@Fee.1]

How’s it compare to Brutale 800?

[@iguanabelga8028]

nice bike triumph this a winner it gives me the T150 vib I had in the '70

[@alexred09]

Love what the bike brings to the table, including the price! But I wish it was more classic looking and didn’t rev so high, sounds more like a chainsaw than a nice rumble.

[@chrishart8548]

If it was a 750cc they could have brought they rpm down a bit. 10,200rpm is a bit much for a rather modest 80hp

[@alexred09]

@@chrishart8548 agreed

[@skandix]

Looks like a WINNER!

[@adityatj8901]

What is the ground clearance on this machine?

[@gtewewrrrrrr]

Looking forward to testriding one! Really curios on how it differs from my 03 sv650. Love the twin engine, but I except this to be more flickable/better handling, so I can live withouth a twin.

[@JJAhern]

Once you go to a triple, you won't miss an inline twin.

[@JJAhern]

Never mind. I didn't realize the SV650 was a v-twin. TIL

[@ianh9871]

£7195 is alot when its made by cheaper labour in Thailand

[@fsmanzanares1]

What’s the ideal height for this bike?

[@Banditmanuk]

Another positive review of the Trident, think Triumph are going to do quite well with this bike. Looking forward to seeing a head to head review between this and the new MT07 done on British roads. Think Chad maybe needs a slightly better in helmet microphone, great review non the less 👍👍

[@bennettsbikesocial]

His first time with the in-helmet mic. I’ve heard worse. Much worse.

[@Banditmanuk]

@@bennettsbikesocialGuess its fine then. Cheers

[@floydian25]

please correct me if I am wrong but doesn't he look a bit off while cornering? Is it rider error or does the bike make it uncomfortable to do so?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Chad has a particular riding style when cornering and after all the years of experience of road testing and racing he has under his belt, I wouldn’t want to tell him to change!

[@aunoates6617]

@@bennettsbikesocial They laughed at the Fosbury flop, then the V style in ski jumping.....now everyone does it! 😀

[@elgar6743]

Nice review of a lovely new Triumph with beautiful aesthetics. Very unlike the new aesthetic of the 'Ducamaha Monster'...simply horrible.

[@tommykidd8179]

Is that a stainless exhaust??

[@morley3810]

What's the point of sticking your knee way out and then cranking your upper body back up and over the centerline of the bike?

[@gm2256]

looks neat in photos

[@morley3810]

@@gm2256 looks goofy IMO. Intentionally inducing more lean angle that necessary is a poser way of getting the tires scrubbed closer to the edge lol.

[@scottsharp3917]

Every one of these videos so far from the launch has quoted the price as £7195, both bikes shown are the optional paint at £100 extra

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Good point sir. We mentioned in the unveil video a couple of months back but not here, so thanks for that, good shout.

[@nimlil]

Would luv to see a 900 version of this...

[@_Makanko_]

It's not bad-looking or sounding but I do think the CB650R has my preference. Mainly to do with how the dash looks and my dislike for that type of plate holder at the weel. I'm not sure about the upcoming middleweight Tuono but no details on that yet and it will most likely be a more expensive middleweight bike.

[@aravinddileep]

Mish-illin not mitchillin right?

[@annon-ski7985]

I hope Triumph goes back to simple circle headlights throughout the range.

[@tigerbalm666]

I wanted a T-120 but this has all the right things I want in a bike.

[@aleksios2]

nice weather in Tenerife

[@p.santos6694]

Beautiful bike 😎

[@motorcyclementor1785]

Looks like a huge fun ride. I personally think that the old Trident T160 made by triumph proper was the most beautiful motorcycle ever made and that this bike also called a triumph though it is actually a Hinckley product and also named trident has a lot to live up to. It looks good and probably rides really well but this is no Triumph trident. Nevertheless, I wouldn't mind one!.

[@robertprosser6856]

Does riding at that altitude 2000feet not sap the power?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Yes! But it makes for pretty pictures 😉

[@trumpy7309]

Dunno about new riders, I've been riding for, ahem, a year or two and getting older! Might be worth a look when the tiger retires.

[@timallbritton7329]

I love it, but I wish they’d stop calling it “entry level”. It looks and sounds like a great bike! I’m considering ditching my T120 for one!

[@chuckdiego719]

Me too! Looking for something a little lighter for a second bike to go with my Tiger 900 Gt Pro

[@Gambo916]

Adam....you're getting to look more and more like McPint with every passing vid!! hehe. Digging the flip flops dood....but not so much the bike. Personally I think the brand is missing a certain summat of late.......and that's coming from someone who is currently a Triumph owner. I very much doubt I would consider buying another.

[@deftones80]

Nice jacket with the wicked bike

[@marcelbaetz9305]

What's the brand name ?

[@GMX8833]

Is this good for cruising ,,.....?

[@bitzannbobz]

what insurance group is it

[@mrj3686]

Should sell well. Prefer the sv650 myself, not a thaiumph fan.

[@kevinwestwood6668]

Those 10,000 mile service intervals, are pointless, because if you don't have it serviced every twelve months, you're warranty is void.

[@joelness]

Go ride 10k miles/year. Problem solved.

[@Tiax776]

Just wish it came with a proper licence plate holder / thingy instead of that swingarm mounted one.

[@mrsilbo6499]

Agreed. I hate the rear mudguard-on-a-hanger thing. Tail tidy required!

[@OAK_MTN]

Should look great with a nice tail tidy, but stock sure looks MUCH better than the monstrous scorpion tail my SV650 had.

[@onlyfoolriding8223]

sweet sandals, bro.

[@mattian875]

Everytime people compare the Japanese middleweight street bikes the Suzuki Gladius SFV 650 is excluded. It’s a v twin and probably more similar to the triple than the otherJapanese bikes you quoted.

[@ewganhoff]

Come on, Chad!!!! Fucking flip-flops?!?!?!

[@nonopus3125]

Video says at @ 1:33 80/81bhp peak power and 90bhp @ 3:45 🤔🤔

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Slip of the tongue, I think. Of course it is 60kw/80bhp/81PS

[@ChessWatchesGeo]

This bike looks gorgeous. And it has my name on it, considering I am a new (adult) rider. But i have a worry.. Does it really have character this bike/this engine? I was thinking to get a good deal for a xsr700, which I loved the hooligan character of. Is the Trident too tame and nice? Or could I just as easy goof around on this beauty?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Big difference between the Yamaha and the Triumph is the number of cylinder. Many would argue the triple of the Trident would have more character and a nicer engine not but the low down grunt of the twin offers just as much in the way of entertainment in my opinion. Cheers, Michael.

[@Tybward]

This is exactly what I am worried about. I really had my mind set on the xsr700, but now I’m really considering the trident. I just don’t want to get the trident and end up regretting not going with the xsr

[@ChessWatchesGeo]

@@bennettsbikesocial thanks for the answer. I hope I get a chance to throw my leg over one they get delivered in my country. I've never even ridden a triple, and my experience is just from chasing revs on a Honda NSR 125 quite a few years ago. But I guess I'll have a blast on either one, if I understand you correctly. It's just that this bike seems a bit more 'complete' and well thought out. With the xsr I would likely have to spend a bit extra for a good note and a few other things. One the Trident I even like the stock lincense holder. Anyways, thanks for an exciting video!

[@ChessWatchesGeo]

@@Tybward yeah, that sounds like me 😄 i think I might have fallen in love too deep with the thought of riding the xsr when spring comes! But no doubt this Trident looks great. Might lean towards the xsr because of the seat height too. But hey, it's a luxury problem really!

[@fsmanzanares1]

How tall are you mate.

[@drdoolittle5724]

Nice bike, want one, also where's the jacket from?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Chad wears Roland Sands. Might be worth a Google. Didn't you like his flipflops?!

[@piersdenney]

@@bennettsbikesocial it was his plaster-white feet that were the problem- like a bloody lighthouse

[@drdoolittle5724]

@@bennettsbikesocial Cor-Blum, I'm not on a journalists pay-scale but nice anyway!

[@sv7017]

The only thing I find sad is that triumph didnt use the Tiger 900 firing order in this bike. The sound would fit the bike perfectly.

[@gm2256]

As long as it's reliable (minimal first year model problems), I think they've got a huge hit on their hands.

[@movem1]

Excellent review ⚡️

[@pvc421]

my dream machine

[@craig9787]

I really want one of the ASAP.

[@daveinwla6360]

You're in luck! ASAPs are on sale in December. :-)

[@deekshithboyina840]

Waiting for triumph in 200 cc segment

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

I would compare this bike to Yamaha xsr700 & Honda cb650r as both bikes are nakid retro sports bikes . Its a cracking looking bike. Quite a head Turner...

[@Cam77891]

Dont forget about the SV650!!!!

[@wakajawaka44]

So the Suzuki SV 650 does not enter into your "competition"?

[@jeremythomas6980]

no way to old

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Yes, sort of. There’s plenty of others too like Royal Enfield of even the older KTM like the 690 Duke but we just picked the three most obvious.

[@Joric78]

Even the latest iteration of the SV650 is, for the most part, a couple of decades old. Goes to show what a great job they did, but really Suzuki can't rest on their laurels forever. Not even at a price $1.5-2K(AUD) cheaper than the models mentioned.

[@buckegit]

what's your jacket ?

[@bennettsbikesocial]

It’s by Roland Sands. Smart, huh?

[@Szlejer]

Why is he riding all crossed up?

[@juangarcia-xs8oo]

Suzuki gsx s 750 8325 eu 114 cv , kawasaki 900 9.000 eu 125 cv ??????????

[@alm8689]

Yes Santa, the black bike please.

[@stevefox8605]

Love the style (tho red accents are an odd choice, black would look better imho) & not a fan of all the rider aids.

[@Kefuddle]

Funny these reviews view on power and fun changes when it suits the manufacturers. I swear a year or two ago the anything with < 100 hp was patted on the tank with the words "Don't get me wrong, it's a great bike, but just not exciting enough" or somesuch.

[@Alexlegrand294]

Yes but don’t forget in which category this bike belongs: alongside with MT 07, Z650 etc. So in its league it is indeed good with 80hp etc

[@Kefuddle]

@@Alexlegrand294 Hmmm, maybe. Interesting how there are no comparisons to the Husky 701s. Which, on paper, look superior for roughly the same money... Edit: That came across as a bit snarky. Not intentional. I totally get what you are saying. I just think this has more than a whiff of cronyism about it.

[@vainparasite]

I really like that apart from the clock, it would have been nice to see one on the bar clamps like dare i say it, a Harley softail standard. That's only my opinion anyway and even at £7200 it's still 7 grand more than i could afford at the moment so they ain't losing a sale over it 🤣🤣 I love Chad's reviews i feel like I've grown up with them. Him and Neevesy are my favourite testers 👍👍👍

[@jeremythomas6980]

yes better than visor down

[@bennettsbikesocial]

@@jeremythomas6980 Thanks!

[@julianperry5141]

Awesome looking bike, exhaust note is lacking though. Sounds like a sewing machine. Maybe it sounds better in person.

[@MOTOUK1]

Did you forget your shoes Adam 😂😂😂 at least you took your socks off 👍

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Could have been worse - what if he’d been wearing his Speedo’s too?!

[@RealAutoReviews]

The seat height is 805 mm. Not 810 mm. 😃

[@martinu.6921]

I wish they would make a 900cc trident with a very similar look!, size!! and weight!!! This could be the bike to swap from my MT07.

[@Howling-Mad-Murdock]

Agree. I really like the way this bike looks, just not enough grunt for me.

[@JR-rj8nd]

Yeah they now need to make a competitor for the mt09

[@TheeMisterspain]

Plate over the back wheel is ugly. Yamaha done this with the MT09 then quickly switched back for the new model. Hopefully there's an after market tail tidy option down the line. Also the plastic and logo on the tank make it look cheap. Few tweeks and it could be a decent looking bike.

[@daveinwla6360]

Yup, that tank has too much textual graphics. It's like a small kid yelling in a crowd.

[@Ian-xt1mb]

Top speed and 0-60 mph?

[@tamboleo]

3:06 that English posture though.

[@altruism014]

hello. im a noob rider. what is an english posture? is there something with the way he was cornering?

[@tamboleo]

@@altruism014 Yeah is just the way he turns, modern posture is with the body outside the bike and you want your elbows to go with the curve, if you pause it just in that 3:06 you will see that his elbows are pointing just the opposite way the turn is. I find it quite uncomfortable to ride like this (but i'm not criticizing), i don't hang Marc Marquez style but i hang to go with the curve, more confortable for me. If you are a noob i would recommend to go for "A twist of the wrist vol 2" by Keith Code I learnt a lot from there, sometimes the hard way...

[@alanrobinson2229]

Does anyone hate it when they call the Thai bike British? Good Thai bike

[@STIjojoSTI]

Imagine this engine on a Tiger 660. Light weight adventure bike!!!

[@tangodman]

I was also thinking that. Fun little adv with ample power and electronics.

[@STIjojoSTI]

@@tangodman it would be the perfect lightweight adv bike.😬

[@davidharrington1133]

Nice

[@malagooo6456]

If the british man fly to paradiese to enjoy british weather 😂 Greetings from Málaga 😎

[@101Websurfing]

I can see myself making a cafe racer out of the new Trident.

[@bennettsbikesocial]

Great plan. Let us know how you get on on.

[@hesterdekoninck]

which cafe do you want to race to right now?

[@robertprosser6856]

I wish the street triple 765 looked like this.

[@CobieRaoul]

Where is it made ? :) looks nice 👌

[@robertprosser6856]

Thailand

[@splodge5714]

Same place as my Honda.

[@Nidhin911]

Giving me BMW R nine T vibes

[@TK-cl1jm]

Same here

[@Darkest_Soul_187]

Not for tall riders I guess. Well, I'll just stick with my Tracer 700 for now.