Trident 660 - mislabeled and underrated?

[@rbattson7171]

Thanks

[@blueyondermoto]

Thank you so much. That is very much appreciated.

[@marksmallman4572]

At the age of 66 and after nearly 50 years riding this is the best bike I have owned.

[@blueyondermoto]

They are bloody great bikes.

[@drsmith751]

I have a Trident and I think you described it very well!!

[@Robsventures]

You’re spot on and how refreshing for someone not to repeat the same old splurge. It’s a proper grown up motorcycle that’s after when pushed than 99% of riders can manage, and is more than enough for the roads. Amazing value for money too, it does not feel cheap in any way

[@blueyondermoto]

You're on my wavelength Rob.

[@Cartsp70]

Here’s my view, I had the 1200Rs , I tried the Trident 1 its gutless 2 it’s not comfortable 3 it’s got no quick shift 4 no heated grips 5 no CC , it just feels ok imo , in summary If I had to sum it up in one sentence I’d say “ it’s better than getting the bus” , that’s about it really 👍🏾

[@blueyondermoto]

@@Cartsp70 and quickshifter is an option that works brilliantly.

[@thodoris3790]

Exactly,i dont get it with all these youtube moto jurnalists or moto vloggers,i dont get why they say its a starter bike?its short ,its for newbies,its for women...i dont get it...they all are used to ride 150hp bikes?why they dont say it for example for the mt 07?i dont get it....a 250-400cc its a starter bike.i ride almost 30 years and i see a beautiful naked modern bike,not a streetfigher,a roadster,i like this bike.

[@blueyondermoto]

It's a great looking bike and it performs as good as it looks.

[@BC-px5hl]

I agree, the original was a 750 and wasn’t considered a beginners bike, it’s marketing gone mad I tells ya :-)

[@aryencas]

I started with a 125cc, then a 500cc and now I have a trident. This is not a beginner bike, even if the trident is very easy to drive.

[@Tennessee968]

I started on a 50cc at 7 years old. Id love to have this bike. Best wishes to you. ​@@aryencas

[@aryencas]

@@Tennessee968thank you best wishes as well!

[@blpfrk]

I have one for almost 2 years now. My first bike at 40+ yrs old. I love the engine, the handling, the looks. I mainly do weekend fun canyon riding in Southern California. Until I learn a lot more about riding techniques, which I'm planning to do (in person training courses), this bike is way more capable than I am. It will be a keeper for years until I'll be ready to move on to something more sophisticated.

[@chrissunde1104]

I agree. I am an experienced 61 year old rider and find myself drawn to the Trident as a fun jump on and enjoy machine. It's reasonably priced with lots of aftermarket upgrades available and it can be riden to its potential.

[@blueyondermoto]

What biking should be about

[@chrissunde1104]

cb650r is also very 👍 nice.

[@wl660]

@noturbiz4670Decent bike, but the linear torque from 3k revs for the Trident is really usable. Honda needs high revs to get the best out of it.

[@PaintballShyguy]

This will probably be my next bike if I fit on it. The more I see the more I like! I've got a Rocket right now but I think the Trident will be a great addition. These modern Triumphs are hitting it out of the park.

[@choosing.tangent]

Nice review! I am a 60 year old owner of a 23' Trident. I started out on minibikes as a 7 year old and have been riding ever since. I've owned scores of bikes, and there are not many bikes I haven't at the least, taken a spin on. As an off the shelf bike, in my opinion, the Trident is as good as it gets. Sure, you can always find little things that could be tweaked on any bike... but as top tier daily rider/back road carver, the Trident is hard to beat. I will echo the sentiment that the quick shift/auto blipper is a must have option; aside from that, the bike is as close to perfect as an all arounder gets. The bike loves to be ridden with purpose. It absolutely shines when you keep it above 4k rpm. You paid for 10k revs so use them. When I hear reviewers complaining about throttle response; well, that just tells me that they don't know how to ride and shift a triple. Do not baby the 3 cylinder, because that is not how they work. One thing that you forgot to mention? Triumph included a slipper clutch to protect you from botched shifts and allow you to aggressively downshift with ease. The TC is basic and not too obtrusive. It does its job and keeps things tidy while allowing a good rider to push the bike without noticeable interference. You can certainly turn it off, but you are taking away from the overall capability of bike. MotoGP rides TC and so should you. Don't even get me started on anyone who claims that 80 hp in this trim is not enough. The Trident is not a track bike, that is not what it was designed for. The Trident is what a naked bike is supposed to be. The Trident is also not really a beginner bike as I have seen some reviews claim. I would suggest that someone should spend time on a much more tame (forgiving) machine as their first road bike. This motorcycle allows a less, but still, experienced rider to have an enjoyable, confidence inspiring ride while offering an experienced rider a highly capable machine that can be pushed hard. The bike is weaponized fun.

[@blueyondermoto]

I love that, "weaponised fun". 😃. Thanks for your great comment.

[@rbattson7171]

Had one for a year, at first ride it felt a little insubstantial, but i had just traded my street twin, of 3 years, which was a lot heavier. But within 48 hours of scratching around 'B roads, its chassis and lightness shone through, the engine is great, encouraging you to give it beans... And no the throttle is only lagging at idle, once on the move if you are riding it, how it wants to be ridden, you don't notice anything. Haven't spent silly money on the suspension, its ok for most situations. The brakes tho'are only adequate, overall, this bike is a great choice for a rider that wants to explore a bikes character. If a series two comes out with the daytona engine and improved brakes, only then would i trade in. Thanks for the video. 👍

[@blueyondermoto]

A Trident R! Yes please. And thank you again for the Super Thanks.

[@marksmallman4572]

@@rbattson7171 just installed brembo 4 pot calipers and discs on my new 660, now the brakes are awesome..

[@wl660]

I changed to EBC Sintered pads, much better bite and feel. £60 ish.

[@blueyondermoto]

@wl660 might be worth a try 👍

[@marksmallman4572]

@@rbattson7171 I splashed out on a Brembo caliper and disc kit from British Legends, in France, Euro 1300, this bike is my retirement present, what the hell, bike now stops !

[@user-PaSaMeFe]

I very nearly bought one a couple of months ago, but in the end opted for the Honda 750 Hornet having had test rides on both. I notice that the new 2025 spec for the Trident is even better value, so can thoroughly recommend trying one out.

[@blueyondermoto]

The Trident feels a bit bigger and more substantial, the Hornet is a great bike too, very quick, and handles beautifully. I had a short test ride on one too, loved it but got a stonking deal on my nearly new Triumph, hence why I bought that rather than the Hornet. You can't go wrong with either.

[@briansteele2723]

I like mine apart from slightly harsh feeling on bumpy sweeping roads and the rev/ fuelling is often uneven at around 3000 deapite various remaps at the dealer

[@blueyondermoto]

I think it depends on what you're used to Brian. The ride quality on mine is good (certainly in comparison to my big Guzzi V100 which is.... firm 😄). I've not really noticed any fuelling glitches either, though Triumphs did at one time have a bit of rep for on/off fuelling around town.

[@exexpat11]

I have a HD Roadster XL1200CX. Stage 1 and tuned to 68HP. It struggles past 80mph but only used on occasion and in an emergency to get away from the cagers. My bike could be lighter. I am really looking at a Trident 660 or Tiger 660. I remember when 650cc bikes were considered a Mid to Large bike. Now big crusiers are 1400cc to 1900cc. Super Sport 600cc to 1000cc produce 94HP to 130HP. Anywhere from 20 to 40 wasted HP and unneeded. Standards are where it is at. Has exactly what you need and nothing you don't. I always wanted a Nighthawk 750 back in the day because it had everything you needed. The Trident is the new Nighthawk.

[@blueyondermoto]

They were good looking bikes too. Thanks for your comment.

[@Tennessee968]

This bike or the Tiger 660 are my dream bikes. I currently have a Z400. I think this would be a great bike to progress towards. I hope to buy one soon. I enjoyed your video and your thoughts. Thank you. Best wishes to you and your country. Thank you.

[@blueyondermoto]

Give one a try they're great bikes.

[@keanesee01]

I bought one as my first bike and now that I have a second bigger bike, I’m still drawn on to the Trident. Love how it’s perfect for daily use and the occasional long rides.

[@blueyondermoto]

It's a really versatile bike. Great for just about anything other than big miles on a motorway/freeway.

[@HendHeL]

Hello! I advise you to lock the white balance on your camera, this to avoid the constant shifts in color temperature

[@blueyondermoto]

Thanks I'll check. I think it's more Insta 360 vs GoPro.

[@HendHeL]

@@blueyondermoto Ohh, could be! But you could still lock them both to maybe 5800K (or higher, I like warmth in footage haha). But ye, that should give them both the same color temperature.

[@MichaelIiams-j9m]

Picked up a Puig (brand) Bat Universal (specific model) for my Trident 660 last year and have found after trying a two other brands/styles of windscreens (including another smaller Puig windscreen), the "Bat Universal" model in my opinion offers much more wind protection to the rider, so you can truly enjoy the Trident when riding, without having a big windscreen. Their website shows the windscreen with a Trident 660. Also this screen has better lines that work with the design of the bike. I elected clear to be able to see through it easier at night, yet they also offer a light smoke too. Lastly, the SW Moto Tech Blaze Saddlebags specifically for this specific bike fit the best of all other soft saddlebags, without the tendency to taper inward under the rear of the tapered seat. A few key accessories will transform this already excellent machine into a even better and usable bike. Downsized from a Yamaha FZ1 and haven't regretted the move to a smaller, lighter, and more maneuverable bike.

[@blueyondermoto]

I used the SW Motech Blaze for my TT trip. As you say excellent.

[@jinnxish]

I am jumping from a 2012 speedmaster which i love but has become to heavy for me now Great video BTW

[@blueyondermoto]

If you're jumping to a Trident you will notice a big difference.

[@KindOldRaven]

Had a chance to ride one of these as a newbie some time ago - gorgeous agile bike with a nice triple sound. At 6'1'' I cramped up a bit though (bad back 'n neck here, unfortunately) but large part of that was also being a new rider and kind of being scared messing up on an almost completely new bike.

[@blueyondermoto]

Yes riding tense is no good! If you feel yourself tightening up...relax by doing the funky chicken 🐔! Keep a relaxed hold of the bars and just flap your arms like they're wings as you ride along. It'll make you laugh if nothing else 😄

[@pko1099]

Looks great, I wondering to buy it as third bike in my garage.

[@blueyondermoto]

It's the 3rd in my garage and it's fantastic fun to ride. Ignore the nonsense about soft throttle, it's ideal for the road (I don't ride on track and I don't rideon road like I'm on track) I prefer to say its Smooth! Perfect mapping, no snatching on and off throttle and she goes like a stabbed rat! I saw a video which declared that at high revs over 100 mph it runs out of go. Well I can't remember the last time I rode at over 100mph? At the speeds the vast majority ride at its plenty quick enough.

[@blueyondermoto]

....and if you do get one, get the TAS quickshifter fitted. If you find one without, get your Triumph dealer to fit one, £300 for an official Triumph accessory is a bargain.

[@timmcvittie436]

Great video. I’m a bit sick of hearing about the Trident being a ‘beginner bike’. I started riding when I was 13 I’m 64 now. Absolutely love my Trident, great fun for old farts to ride too!

[@blueyondermoto]

Absolutely Tim.

[@jeffb9586]

Excellent, balanced, mature review. Thanks friend.

[@blueyondermoto]

Thank you Jeff, glad you liked it.

[@bobcooke1820]

I'm in Ontario Canada our new bike show is in February. I'll be ordering a 2025 trident. I bought my first bike in July 1976 it was a 74 Kawasaki H1 definitely not a starter bike I had to learn fast.

[@blueyondermoto]

Hi Bob, wow an H1. I'll bet you wished you still had it!

[@bobcooke1820]

Yessir my third bike when I was 19 was a Kawasaki z1r turbo

[@macdaddyblues1]

Just purchased one a few days ago... agree with most things here except the rear shock... which is the stiffest harshest feeling shock I have ever ridden. Its fine on smooth roads, but get on a bumpy back road and it feels like your teeth are gonna pop out. Can't comment on power yet because I have 600 miles of 51 mph top speed... ugh. Overall great bike I think.... thanks!

[@blueyondermoto]

Have you checked the preload setting of the shock. It may be able to be backed off and softened?

[@macdaddyblues1]

@@blueyondermoto I'm gonna double check, I think it is on the softest setting and i'm 230 lbs! thanks

[@lukazavisic]

Another video making me happy. I am an upcoming new biker and I just fell in love with this bike so it will almost definitely be my 1st one after I pass the license. It will be a 2025 model for me so I hope I will like the new colours - do you maybe know when will they be announced? Thanks for the review.

[@blueyondermoto]

Hi Luka, good luck with the tests! No I don't know when Triumph are looking to introduce any new colourways. The current Slippery Sam edition looks great.

[@mark3863]

I'm seriously thinking of getting either the Trident or the Tiger Sport 660, will be testing both soon.

[@blueyondermoto]

I'm testing the Daytona 660 next Friday when the Trident is for a Quickshifter to be fitted.

[@mark3863]

I like the look of the Daytona but my back can't take that riding position.

[@blueyondermoto]

@mark3863 I'm in the same camp, but it seemed like too much of an opportunity to pass up on. Plus, I want to see if the mixed response (particularly around the way it handles) has any substance, or is just so much waffle (I suspect its the latter).

[@bikeaholic6386]

Bike looks and sounds awesome Alan. Love the Triumph triple engine, such a useable torque and power range, my Tiger is superb especially in 3rd and 4th gears. Glad you're enjoying it 😊

[@blueyondermoto]

It's very playful! 😃

[@chrisiden]

Assembled in Thailand, but that does keep the price down.

[@blueyondermoto]

Absolutely, it doesn't reduce the quality either.

[@mrpullafastone]

I thought it was Taiwan??

[@user-aerodelax]

I have this bike and really enjoy it. It's my muscle buddy, because it looks small and strong in the same time. Greetings from Germany.

[@blueyondermoto]

Hi Martin, I'm glad you are enjoying the Trident, as you can tell, so am I. Tomorrow I plan to ride the Daytona 660. That will be interesting.

[@user-aerodelax]

@@blueyondermoto I really love the new Daytona 660. The same motor with some extra power and a nice appearance. I love the lamp mask. For me it's a bit too sporty, but to be fair, I have no experience with sporty bikes and their handlebars.

[@yahoodlums]

I test rode one, and it has a a weird delay on the throttle which means you cant blip it. Difficult to describe, but basically i wonder if you experienced the same thing..?

[@blueyondermoto]

Hi, other people have said this, but I can't say I've noticed it. On my bike, it's a wonderfully direct throttle response.

[@rbattson7171]

It was mapped in to make it manageable for newish riders... I have one, just be a little more aggressive on the throttle, bike likes to be spanked, so its there if you want it.

[@nishantsaloki]

Very good video

[@blueyondermoto]

Thank you 😊

[@Alexander-of7ny]

Great video. I picked up my new Tribute model 3 days ago. Running-in just now means below 4000 revs which equates to only 50mph in 6th gear 😮. As you said, this bike is extremely short geared but I found the gearbox to be harsh/clunky. Probably because it’s brand new.

[@blueyondermoto]

I think and expect your gearbox to improve significantly with the break-in period. Thanks for your comment.

[@drsmith751]

Wait until after it’s broken in.

[@user-aerodelax]

Don't worry. After 500 km it increased the accepted range to 5000 U/min automatically and after your first inspection u are free ;)

[@wl660]

Gearbox will be fine when your revs are higher.

[@thesaxon2830]

Great viideo review and I agree entirely I bought one new in May 2024 after a few years not riding bikes other than 100cc honda runabouts and after having various sports bikes ie. Gsxr suzuki and I find it excellent and different . I live in Catalonia Northern Spain and the climate and roads here are great for bikes ( hardly any potholes ! ) . I recomend it highly , take no notice of some of the STUPID comparisons to 1100 cc super bikes is like comparing a car to a bus get real .

[@thesaxon2830]

In fact I'm going for a run on it now !

[@blueyondermoto]

Thanks and enjoy the ride. I might take mine out shortly.

[@R-Tap]

The TT is my 1st bike, my learner bike, a 50th birthday treat to myself. Although I'm new to the world of bikes there is very little I dont like about it. Although, the quickshift isn't amazing at lower rpm. Mine is Baja Orange. *a note, the connectivity module that operates using the My Triumph app only works with certain phones. Check before you add it, I didn't! 🤪

[@blueyondermoto]

Most quickshifters work best at higher revs (its basically what they are designed for) use a bit of clutch at slow speeds and low gears.

[@R-Tap]

​@@blueyondermotoI agree, and as a learner practicing the clutch is always a good idea! Nice review of a very nice bike.

[@blueyondermoto]

@R-Tap thanks for your comment. 😊

[@jimevans9550]

Nice bike but they forgot the mudguards.

[@blueyondermoto]

I've added a front fender extender.

[@torevenheim9607]

Its a shame about the lable "beginnerbike"it sets the bike in the category 18-25 years old riders that put it in high insurance class with high accsident frequency, not good for a experiensed older riders that want this bike

[@blueyondermoto]

A good point!

[@WxM3008WxM]

Amazing bike. Your gloves are pretty sweet as well

[@blueyondermoto]

The gloves are Goldtop Viceroy.

[@user-hf8ie8mf3n]

Nice details, looks fun. They added cruise control and the quick shifter standard for ‘25. I am finally interested in a Triumph again. 👍🤪🏳️‍🌈

[@blueyondermoto]

Some good new colours too.

[@pauls8456]

They have forgotten that some of us carry pillions…….

[@blueyondermoto]

Even the Tiger Sport 660 isn't great for a passenger either.

[@ahmadluthfiahmadazhari1046]

Is it really that bad for passenger? I was looking to get one with not to regular putting my wife on the pillion for some monthly town ride​@@blueyondermoto

[@areyou0k98]

Great cheap bike, cheap insurance, no one knows about it really. Will do around 130mph and acceleates like crazy with quickshifter. Has enough power to get you into trouble but not enough to really get into big trouble haha.