Triumph Trident 660 my Daily Rider

Here is my review video on the Trident 660 as a daily driver. I will list specs, the riding experience, maintenance, aftermarket parts, what I actually paid, and all the pro's and con's of the bike.
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[@halohalohikers3571]

Are you thinking of purchasing the Trident as your first motorcycle? Did you purchase it already as a first timer? Let me hear your experiences.

[@gkerzie8207]

Bought mine as a first bike as well. Took me less than 2 weeks to reach that first service interval cause I couldn’t stay off of it. For others considering this as a first bike, a respect for the power is absolutely necessary. It’s not scary powerful by any means but it can get away from you if you aren’t careful. With that being said, it is a confidence inspiring motorcycle and certainly appropriate for the right type of beginner. I will second the wind comment, Texas winds have blown me around plenty and it’s an unsettling feeling every time. Ride safe

[@halohalohikers3571]

@@gkerzie8207 Those unexpected turbulent winds still give me the heebie jeebies, I usually don’t stay out on the freeway at all on those days. Thanks for your input on beginner riding and I’m glad your enjoying yours so much! It really is an awesome bike. Ride safe ✌🏼

[@guypotter2301]

I love my trident, 1 of the best upgrades was a cheap fender extender (Pyramid) adds a couple of inches to keep an awful lot of road shite off of the radiator, definitely recommended

[@bushybwoy]

Thinking about purchasing as my very first bike at 42 😅. I've been binging your triumph videos. Thanks for your advice and videos.

[@mikemonteith68]

I'm 6'4" and this bike fits me well. I've had mine for 4 months and it still puts a smile on my face every ride. No issues and decent fuel mileage. That sound is fantastic and great handling.

[@AllboroLCD]

Im @ about 3 months daily riding on my Trident, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE this bike! Mine didnt cost more than the MSRP though, was about 10k for me after fees/taxes. BTW, in order to achieve a consistent 50mpg, rain mode must be on from my experience. I got the up/down quickshifter after my first month and feel like every Trident should come with it stock. I just wish she had a "sport" mode as well as an extra gallon of tank capacity. The Puig windscreen helps stabilize the bike at higher speeds as well. If you do your own oil changes, you can use a bluetooth ELM327 OBD/CANBUS adapter & smartphone to shut off the wrench light, and Mobil-1 4T oil makes the motor MUCH quieter than the castrol.

[@halohalohikers3571]

Thanks for the tips! Glad to hear you are enjoying this rad bike. I still need to get the OBD adapter for my next oil change since I plan on doing it at home. Ride safe my friend ✌🏼

[@ElBadu]

I think this is hands down the best review for this bike

[@basics2802]

Nice and honest video! Have my Trident now 1 1/2 years. Still very happy and, as you say, perfect for commuting and short week end trips on twisty country roads with little luggage. If looking for saddle bags / storage pls see Hepco-Becker C-Bow and for windscreen Puig

[@mrbxv]

Great review. I was at a demo ride at a dealership recently and talked with w guy who had a Trident and he really likes his bike too. Great all around we and Triumph knocked it out of the park with the design. It’s cool that it has a gas tank cover so you can change the look if you want a different color.

[@halohalohikers3571]

Agreed. I like seeing the different color combos people have come up with!

[@dkoleary88]

Great advice about learning to ride it in Rain Mode first. Thanks for the awesome video

[@halohalohikers3571]

Glad you found it useful. 👊🏼

[@wichorides]

Yo! Great review dude. I’m strongly leaning towards getting this bike. This is the second time watching your review. I feel like you hit everything. Thank you.

[@halohalohikers3571]

Glad you found it of use! It’s been over a year now and I’m still in love with the bike if that is helpful. It’s been a great bike for me.

[@michaelcadwallader5598]

I just got one 3 days ago and already have 300 miles on it it’s an awesome bike

[@johns1139]

i've been to that dealership. great place and great selection!

[@TheOllycj]

Great review. I picked up my silver ice Trident few weeks ago and am in love with it! Its also my first proper bike (had a couple of 125s and dirtbikes before). I dont find the power to intimidating but definitely enough for the road, handles amazing and love the lool of it too. I was debating between this and the Honda CB650R, im sure the hondas a great bike being a honda but it just didn’t excite me like the Trident did. Like the blacked out bits you did to the red parts, thats on my list to do soon. Also the seat, is that a cover or have you had the seat re trimmed?

[@halohalohikers3571]

I wrapped the red parts, which in hind sight I should of just plasti dipped or spray painted. And the seat cover is from Sahara Seat covers. 🤘🏼

[@epix1837]

thank you for this review :D

[@halohalohikers3571]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thomashill3701]

Wicked review! I’ll be buying one of these next year. Love the seat cover too. Do you have a link for it?

[@halohalohikers3571]

It’s a great bike you won’t be disappointed. It’s a Sahara seat cover I have a link and video on my channel a few videos back.

[@rhrobles]

Great review. I am seriuously looking at getting a trident after seeing your review. What seats did you get for your trident?

[@thefransvan5966]

I just wanted to say how perfect you made your Trident; i absolutely love the army green panels, the brown seat and the blacked out parts that were chrome (why did they make them that "cheap" looking chrome, ikr). Maybe you can link them as well. Thanks and good job!

[@christopherduran9926]

SW Motech Pro Blaze saddlebags are the best option for luggage/storage! Well made and look clean when not on the bike 🙂

[@halohalohikers3571]

Thank you I will look into them.

[@TheWanko11]

An excellent review👍👍👍

[@halohalohikers3571]

Thank you. Appreciate the feedback.

[@kendam1204]

Nice review. Is there any problem with warranty when we upgrade the exhaust?

[@TheDougSpot]

Got my 2023 for $7,750 out the door here in Atlanta. You’ve got to know how to negotiate. Remember, there are way more bikes than there are people to buy them. 👍🏾

[@dustytriumph]

Fantastic video. I've watched a couple others and they too were great. I love the aesthetics of your bike. Your mods really improved the look of an already great looking bike. I have a deposit on a 2023 Orange Trident. Hopefully it will be here sooner than later as we are running out of riding weather in the near future. Also have EvoTech parts (thanks for your video on them) on order. Frame sliders, axle sliders, radiator guard and bobbins. May get the shorty levers later. I am going to need a paddock stand. Question....which paddock stand do you use? Do you recommend that one? This is my second bike and for the 3000 miles I rode my first bike (Honda Rebel 500) I pushed it around the driveway trying to clean and lube the chain. PITA!! Not doing that again. I test rode 4 bikes this summer and loved all so it was a tough decision. I'm 5'7" w/ short legs and this seat height made me a bit nervous before the test ride and I almost skipped over this bike as I am on the balls of my feet. Test rode it in ROAD mode and found it surprisingly easier than I anticipated but I may ride mine in RAIN mode for at least the first ride to see if I still feel that way. I loved the handling, throttle, clutch, motor, transmission and that sound even with the stock exhaust. Because of all that I can see that this bike could easily encourage me to ride beyond my skill level so I'll have to consider that before every ride.

[@kevincrockett5155]

Which other bikes did you test? I'm leaning towards the Trident or CB650R.

[@dustytriumph]

@@kevincrockett5155 Test rode a Trident 660 twice, a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 850, Indian Scout Sixty, Triumph Street Twin.

[@linkcloud2486]

Has been researching trident 660 and MT-07 for a while. Eventually chose MT-07 cuz its more fun hahah. But still like this 660, nice bike

[@halohalohikers3571]

Yea they were neck and neck for me when trying to decide I was also looking at the Ducati scrambler at the time. I think any of them would scratch that itch. All are rad bikes lol.

[@TR5T]

76, 65 bikes multiple others ridden in 63 years riding. A bike like this is a gem, a new ridden or old guy like me it satisfies. My 765 RS is is way beyond what a new rider needs to cope with. You are correct it is a long term bike in that it never feels lacking in any situation. Top speed, 0-60 the Trident is more than the sum of its parts. ride safe.

[@halohalohikers3571]

Now that speaks volumes from someone with experience! 🔱

[@wretchlikeme5321]

Nice video. Which exhaust did you use and seat?

[@edmund220]

Ive been watching your Trident videos and you made me decide to purchase rhe Zard! And I am really amazed how you DIY the accessories knowing this is your first bike! :) I just have one odd question, do you happen to know what are the dimensions I needed if I install a baffle for the Zard with dB killer on it? db killer is still loud for me.

[@halohalohikers3571]

Thanks Ed! Glad you have enjoyed the series. I ordered mine already with db killer so I’m not sure of the dimensions sorry. What do you need measurements of I can go and try measure it on my bike. If not hopefully Zard can answer that question for you.

[@edmund220]

@@halohalohikers3571 I have already measured it myself but still thank you for the update! Hey, ur channel name is really catchy! “Halo-halo” is a delicious snack desert “mixed fruits, beans, etc, ice and milk” her in Philippines :)

[@DukeOfEarle]

Nice video. I test road this and others at So Cal MC in Brea and am really hot to get a Trident. I'm smaller and size is perfect and the power blew me away. I'm used to a Ninja 300 which feels quick but not compared to this.

[@halohalohikers3571]

It’s a great bike! I also purchased from the Triumph in Brea just over a year ago now. Im still in love with the Trident…

[@spencerknutsen464]

you don't NEED a paddock to clean your chain. its much better with one, but for those on a tight budget, you can absolutely lube your chain without a lift, you just have to chase the bike around the driveway.

[@SovietVelior]

I saw your grey bike with that brown seat, and I regret to get my trident 660 in Black matt color :( That seat in a full black matt won't be that beautiful...

[@NizoZayn]

Hey man! Thanks for the video, from which dealership did you buy your Trident 660?

[@halohalohikers3571]

I’m in Southern California, I picked this one up at a Brea dealership.

[@slowlong1709]

I'm looking at same bike. did you just paint the front fender and radiator sides? I don't like the red either. Thanks

[@nerychristian]

I'm thinking of buying a Trident. I live near Brea. How did you find the experience of buying from a dealer? Were the salespeople nice, or did they try to trick you into paying more money? Were there added fees and markups?

[@halohalohikers3571]

The salesman on the floor was friendly enough. It’s always sort of stressful making a purchase like this and talking to the numbers guy in the back. I feel like Triumphs are more rare than a yahmaha and the dealer knows it. That being said there wasn’t any wiggle room for negotiation on the price. They sold it MSRP and added an import fee or something I forget the exact terminology. But from all my research there was only 4 of these bikes being sold in California so I could really be bitter.

[@rebman5150]

Have you had any reliability issues since you’ve had it? Any problems? I’m trying to decide this or the Z650.

[@halohalohikers3571]

No issues with it so far, I’m just under 3k miles.

[@boglegogle]

What brand/color did you use for the powder coat? Looks really good

[@halohalohikers3571]

It was a high temp matte black I ordered on Amazon. I can’t remember which brand, sorry!

[@mcquoidd6917]

Hey how did you do the red colour delete?? Looks way better!!

[@halohalohikers3571]

I tried to wrap it. I didn’t do a very good job, I think I’ll take the wrap off and probably just use plasti dip. All the red pieces come off easily with just a few bolts.

[@HonestKeyboard1771]

Is that zard exhaust a full exhaust? I'm contemplating getting a slip on, but I'm not sure if it makes that much of difference for the engine note one way or the other.

[@halohalohikers3571]

It’s a full exhaust. The cat is one piece on the stock pipes, I don’t think there is anyway someone could make a slip on for our bike. You just have to get the full set up.

[@Ibeard2differ]

Might have missed it in the video, but what seat do you have on there? Looks like the pillion section is a bit wider than the stock version. 5:04

[@halohalohikers3571]

It’s a seat cover from Sahara Seats 👍🏽

[@brianhegedus440]

I’m torn. I like this bike based on reviews but I just sold my 2013 Ducati monster 796 after having it for nearly 10 years and worry I’ll regret buying trident over another monster. I regret selling it but was looking at the trident 660 as a new bike. Any opinions on going to this trident from a monster? I see mostly people talking about going up to this bike but not much about coming down. Thanks!

[@halohalohikers3571]

That is a tough one! The Ducati Monster is such a beast, I really like it. Aesthetically the monster is a modern naked and the trident is a neo-retro naked imo, and it’s sort of subjective which look your going for. But as far as power I feel like trident is a rocket still! it’s plenty fast on the freeway and it has great low end acceleration around town. My only gripe is I wish first gear was a little longer.

[@bronzebackanglerharden3482]

Did you flash the ecu?

[@hydiekutsner7786]

How much is the exhaust?

[@michaelcadwallader5598]

How much louder is the zard exhaust then the stock one looking to upgrade the exhaust system

[@halohalohikers3571]

Significantly louder. It completely removes the catalytic converter. Sounds great IMO.

[@tommiduncan1349]

Yoo im picking mine up tomorrow, where did you get the seat ?

[@halohalohikers3571]

Congrats! This one is a Sahara seat cover

[@emiltarm]

Were did you get the brown seat?

[@abhisheksindhwani1479]

you can use a royal enfield windshield with it , windshield is tall and is very easily installable. it is cheap also.

[@halohalohikers3571]

Interesting. Would love to see pictures.

[@abhisheksindhwani1479]

@@halohalohikers3571 you can check it out here : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnvPkHl9lsacrsU

[@jmullin009]

Socal triumph in brea? I picked up a street triple from them a few months ago!

[@halohalohikers3571]

Awesome, congrats on such a bad ass bike. Will you be at the distinguished gentlemen’s ride?

[@tonypowell6669]

What seat is that…. I love it!! ❤❤

[@halohalohikers3571]

It’s a Sahara seat cover, 👍🏼.

[@lifelivedfuller2388]

what are you referring to when you're talking about the "set" that you powder coated black?

[@halohalohikers3571]

“Rear set” is the assembly of the foot pegs and the break/clutch

[@lifelivedfuller2388]

@@halohalohikers3571 oh okay thanks I see it now especially in the first shot in the video where you're on the bike. I think I thought in your garage i was seeing glare from the light outside. Looks great and how it should've came stock 😄 by the way this is my first bike and I'm loving it. Cheers

[@halohalohikers3571]

@@lifelivedfuller2388 no worries! Yea man once I switched to the carbon fiber and starting switching parts out, the bright chrome rear set starting drawing my eye more and more. It was a quick and easy 2-3 hour project.

[@biodavas]

How It is holding on the seat cover ?

[@halohalohikers3571]

Seat cover is still holding up!

[@DukeOfEarle]

What exhaust system did you put on?

[@halohalohikers3571]

Zard

[@enigmajourney6367]

Where did you get that exhaust 😮

[@halohalohikers3571]

It’s a Zard exhaust. I have an install video on my page a few videos back. You can order directly from their website.

[@enigmajourney6367]

@@halohalohikers3571 thank you for answering, did you get any check engine light after you installed the exhaust?

[@halohalohikers3571]

@@enigmajourney6367 no check engine lights, everything is running smooth!

[@galacticconflict7360]

Could you have powder coated the parts you wrapped instead...if you didn't want them a certain color obviously.

[@halohalohikers3571]

The front fenders are the trickiest part because the adhesive accent itself doesn’t come off of the fender well. But taking the parts off the bike and powder coating would be pretty easy. I ordered some aftermarket replacements for those pieces that are supposed to arrive in the next week, I’ll post a video for that install.

[@liamgabrieltan6582]

Is this with db killer?

[@halohalohikers3571]

Yes mine has the DB killer still

[@alejandrosacerno4982]

Hi. The first service (1000 kmt or 600 miles) is for free or pay the service? Tky

[@halohalohikers3571]

I paid for mine. Your dealership might be different. I have a video about my first service experience if you would be interested in watching.

[@dmatmor]

How Tall are you ? Thank you for sharing.

[@halohalohikers3571]

I’m 5’10”

[@galeriafuentes]

No USB charger?

[@halohalohikers3571]

No USB charger. There is an adapter you can add to the fuse box under the seat I believe.

[@cloroxbleach3367]

I'm 5'3 how would I fit on this thing

[@halohalohikers3571]

I’m 5’10” for reference! I’m not sure though best bet would be to go sit on one!

[@cloroxbleach3367]

@@halohalohikers3571 that's the problem it's hard to find them here in Texas where I live without driving hours to go sit on one I'm seriously considering this as my first bike I know it'll suck when I inevitably drop it but I can just have it fixed I'd rather start with this than a little 250 I'd get board of quick

[@halohalohikers3571]

@@cloroxbleach3367 oh I see! Another thing to consider is that first maintenance is required at the dealership and likely will need to go back each year for the first few years for oil changes, just to ensure you don’t void your warranty. Might be something to consider if the dealership is extremely far!

[@cloroxbleach3367]

@@halohalohikers3571 oh that's something I didn't even think about thank you for bringing that up! What's your average fuel mileage? I'm not to worried about that thought sense it'd be more for running around on the weekends or if I'm going somewhere after work I'm assuming the tank will last awhile unless I do some spirited riding

[@halohalohikers3571]

@@cloroxbleach3367 Triumph claims 60mpg on the tridents 3.5 gallon tank should be around 180 miles. But I ride city daily commutes and I get about 120 miles per tank, when the light comes on. Always less than $20 to fill.

[@SUMUPReview]

What's ur height

[@halohalohikers3571]

5’10”

[@elithegreat6463]

Why is everyone so concerned about MPG on a Motorcycle,?? Who cares, it’s a luxury item, to play with and Ride, You need gas,??, just get it , Who gives a shit 🤷🏻‍♂️ I have a 2021 R9T, and next week, I’ll have a 2023 Trident in Blaze Orange 👍, 2 Nice bikes, and I haven’t thought about MPG once in the 40+ yrs I’m riding.

[@nerychristian]

Because some people use their motorcycles to travel long distances. So people want to calculate how far they can travel on a single tank of gas.

[@sebasyanni1258]

It cost nothing, here in argentina is about 17.500$ hahaha crazy

[@Stanley88845]

Please get yourself some proper motorbike jeans and boots

[@9820741682]

Very Great Review .... 👍 Hi, I am From INDIA and i brought this beautiful machine in May2022 and im having Overheat issue so I have one question for you dose your Trident overheats regularly in traffic or hot sunny day riding ?

[@halohalohikers3571]

I rode it every day during the summer, sometimes in 100+ degrees and did have any huge concerns. It runs hot as far as the temp gauge especially during the summer. Only once I have had a warning light and the engine decreased power because of overheating. And if I remember correctly it was during the break in period. What issues are you experiencing?