Triumph Trident 660 - Review - rideXdrive

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks for watching our review of the Triumph Trident 660. If you gave us a like and enjoyed the video, be sure to SUBSCRIBE! Thanks for your support!

[@stilldajoker]

Owning my 660 now for a month, I'm glad it has this minimalist dash. Has what you need. And more. Don't want a freakin' tablet on a holder clamped on my handlebars.

[@truthmatters1950]

Most comprehensive & balanced review I've seen. Got all the essential specs and features, well combined with the benefits they convey to the riding experience. Good, detached comparison with the competitors too. Only criticism is possibly the determination to provide the detached, unbiased review killed any emotion - you can CAN sound excited without sounding biased!

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks! Appreciate the feedback! Great points. Will certainly take them into consideration! Cheers!

[@frshtrds]

Best video on this model BY FAR!!! Great, work and production value. Finally nice close-ups of the bike. Well done.

[@ridexdrive]

Thank you!!!! Glad you enjoyed.

[@dyoung4184]

I brought one in March , done 5000 miles already . It’s a bike to enjoy , easily do 300 miles in a day, without discomfort. I have a QS and found it absolutely blast when on full throttle ,TC turned off and up shifting at 9000 revs. It’s ridiculously addictive. Downshifts are seamless. The OE fly screen, is cleverly designed to deflect a lot a blast and I’m 6’. When the aftermarket exhausts start to appear, I’m sure this bike will be ringing out with a Moto2 soundtrack. It’s why I love the triple , the raucous sound. Safe riding .🏍

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks for the detailed comment! Congrats on your new bike! Ride safe and enjoy.

[@Jay_Speed]

Aftermarket exhaust from Zard is there.

[@MrPhins]

Glad I found this. Recently moved to Shelby and in the market for a Triumph, leaning toward the speed twin 1200, but there are no dealers close. I'll definitely check out this dealer.

[@ridexdrive]

Awesome. Welcome to the area. We work closely with Motorcycles of Charlotte now. They are also a Triumph dealer. But wherever you decide to go be sure to let the sales manager know rideXdrive sent you! Good luck finding your next ride. Let us know if we can be helpful.

[@rottweilerfun9520]

I'm a Speed Twin 1200 guy , but I really like this bike too. I might have to add it to the garage.

[@nickbelbes6292]

I like very much trident Triumph...I'm your subscriber from here in the Philippines..thank you for your videos inspired me to have one...but I'm still saving money to buy...for now I'm just viewing only to inspire my self...god bless..ride safe..

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks! It’s a really awesome bike. Keep saving. Hope you get it soon! Safe riding.

[@andresantos1889]

I've seen a lot of reviews for this bike, this one is best by far! Great job!

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks man! Really appreciate the compliment! Glad you enjoyed.

[@rbattson7171]

Good review. Re:the Honda which was mentioned but not ridden, looks good, is as you would expect from Honda a well built, reliable bike. However, unlike the other 3 bikes, it seems all the fun is too be had in the upper ranges. So, I think the other 3 bikes seem more relevant in every day riding. Anyhow, good video. 👍

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks! Be sure to check our video on the CB650R. I agree with you. But it was a lot better than I expected. Cheers!

[@megaderk]

Great video, i just saw and rode one of these for the first time at IMS and agree its everything you're describing. Coming from a Fz07, I really like it and cant get it off my mind now. I would go as far as calling it a mature Fz

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks! Glad to hear you got to take one out. Perfect description. I can definitely see the Trident being called a mature MT07. Cheers!

[@jeffwertz2953]

Just saw your review. Great job sir! Thank you.

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks!

[@michaelsiedlak2559]

Great review 👍looking forward to get mine next month hopefilly

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks. Nice! You’ll enjoy it.

[@robertbaker17]

Be sure to check with us at Interstate Cycle when you buy!

[@GrumpyGarry121]

I have this bike, I had a few in mind and the triumph was the ugliest. What a drive though, it’s like a sports bike for new riders or old people. Slipper clutch makes changes easy and smooth, fuelling is good, suspension is hard, teeth rattling sometimes but in the twistiest it’s ace. Very very easy to ride, got a quick shifter coming as the 1 to 4 gears are very close. Way better than the mt07 I rode…..

[@ridexdrive]

Awesome! Thanks for this detailed response. Congrats on the new purchase!

[@woodknack1]

I'd take a MT07 over this any day haven ridden both bikes. Though the seat on the Trident is better then the MT07

[@dreadlock17]

In Malaysia, the difference between this and the CB650R is only the equivalence of +-USD300 with the Honda being higher in price. Damn tough choice if you ask me.

[@hruday4856]

Great in depth review I've seen ,, can you please let me know how the breaks perform compared to street triple R brembo 4.2

[@ridexdrive]

Hey, I haven't had the chance to ride a newer generation Street Triple R. Can't give an honest assessment on that. I would imagine for standard road duty, they both perform well for their class and intended application. But a radial-mounted 4-piston setup like on the STR is in a different league than the standard 2- piston setup on the Trident. Not really comparable. Thanks for the comment and question!

[@fingleburt]

Excellent review, thanks.

[@ridexdrive]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@Jay_Speed]

Good review and comparison, did my test drive and yes it's a nice bike.

[@Jay_Speed]

Ordered mine yesterday, black one with the big logo. Wanted the other black one but have to wait too long. Your review was one of the deciders. Even that I am from Flanders Belgium.

[@ridexdrive]

Congrats!!! Hope you’re enjoying it!

[@xorbe2]

When revving after 6:23 (to 6։48) it sounds muted lacking the 765's fire.

[@javiervar494]

Good video 👏👏👏

[@ridexdrive]

Thank you!!!

[@SpringfieldFatts]

Good review, props from Chapel Hill.

[@ridexdrive]

Awesome! Thanks.

[@Jay_Speed]

One comment, can you in your reviews give the dimensions is mm (milimeter) and other specs in kg, HP and so on as well. Your viewers is the world these days. Ol Man Ronin and others do so.

[@ridexdrive]

Will certainly be mindful of that but the content is for the United States’ market. Although I certainly appreciate the international audience. Sometimes the stats aren’t available in the metric system without doing conversions and extra research. Again, will certainly keep that in mind but US specs are the focus. It’s the market I live in and focus on. Thanks for the feedback!

[@Dansk55]

Damn that bike looks good. 11 year riding and currently a zx10r and looking to get something a little more comfortable. How would it fare in long trips? I'm talking 300+ miles

[@ridexdrive]

No doubt the bike can handle 300+ miles but there are more comfortable options. This is a naked bike without much wind protection. It might not be the best on long highway rides. But if you can handle that and don’t need cruise control etc. it’s a great bike on back roads.

[@paullacey2999]

Im waiting a couple of years when the price of second hand ones are plentiful.

[@Campbellteaching]

Pit it does not have a flat pillion seat

[@rj9617]

Nice looking bike and triumph does have very good fit and finish but I do wonder about the reliability.

[@Yoss223]

It's not going to be a honda, but they've learned their Craft. Street triple RS had been pretty reliable bikes since 2016+. Trident basically has the same engine. They know their way with tech stuff aswell. The quickshifter is lovely, riding modes are nice. The bike feels less "perfect" than a Honda, which in my opinion is classified as pros of it. We still have to wait a couple years and see about it to make our verdicts based on data, however, on no basis should we pressume it is going to be not reliable bike 😁

[@ridexdrive]

@@Yoss223 couldn’t have said it better.

[@ChrisWolf75]

Eryk Czajkowski that's more myth now then fact. Yes Honda's were once almost indestructible but no longer. Companies like Honda have had to change so much on their motorcycles and cars now to meet insane emission and fuel economy standards that their once near perfect reputation for reliability is just no longer there. I've owned to many Honda cars and bikes over the last 10 years that have been complete pieces of 💩🤷‍♂️

[@rj9617]

@@ChrisWolf75 such a piece of crap why do you keep buying them?

[@leighmcqueeney9848]

I have been riding on the road for over 40 years. I have had every major brand except Ducati. I have been riding Triumph for 20 years. Sprint, Tiger, Thunderbird, and Bonneville. They have ALL been perfect. A combined almost half a million ks. (Circa 300,000 miles) trouble free. Further to this I have only had one friend who had a warranty claim with a Triumph.

[@adityapriyadarshi1227]

I'm stuck between this and the CB650R It's going to be my second bike (own a Duke390 currently) I'm looking for mostly daily commute with occasional track days and light weekend touring I love the look and sound on both bikes (Honda a bit more in both cases) and that is one big reason I'm choosing between the 2. While there is no right answer, what I'd want to know is what are the pros of both bikes when compared to each other? What type of rider should choose which one?

[@ridexdrive]

The Trident 660 would be my pick between the two. The CB650R is a lot more expensive and not much more bike. The Honda is likely a bit more “grownup” in terms of design. Otherwise, I would choose the Triumph. Admittedly I am a huge fan of Triumph. Explained most of my thoughts in the video. Never actually spent time riding a CB650R so can’t comment on what it’s like to ride. However, with the price gap, brand new, it’s hard to justify. The Triple Engine in the Triumph is also a huge bonus in my opinion. Inline-4’s don’t offer the midrange torque I enjoy. They both would likely appeal to the same type of rider so I don’t see any difference there. Both bikes are really well built and seem more “grownup” and mature than others in this class, if that makes sense. It really comes down to personal preference and how much you want to spend. Be sure to spend time riding each if you can. Hope this helps somewhat.

[@adityapriyadarshi1227]

@@ridexdrive in India the prices are a lot closer. Though the CBR is retailing at 150k INR more (1.5k USD), Honda are running offers which brings it down to 50k INR (500 USD). So obviously the CB is not justified for the premium price, but given the price is more or less the same is where the confusion begins 😅

[@adityapriyadarshi1227]

I totally understand the midrange torque benefit of the trident, specially how much it matters in the city Will take.them.both for a spin and make a call. On the outset it's looks + sound vs midrange torque right now

[@ridexdrive]

Good to know about pricing. Best of luck deciding! Enjoy!

[@dreadlock17]

Damn, you and me both. Still can't decide yet

[@dry509]

One reviewer said it gets hot and runs at high rpm’s at Highway speeds? Did you find this?

[@SHOCKPROOFX]

Great video! Thank you!

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks for the comment!

[@markandmajmudar9552]

If you had to choose between the Ninja 650 and Trident which one would you pick? Mainly worried about the wind blast around 120-130kmph and touring once a year for about 3000kms.

[@ridexdrive]

I honestly can't answer that question because I haven't spent time riding that many miles on either bike. With that being said, the Ninja 650 is going to provide better wind protection at higher speeds out of the box because of the fairings and windshield. You can always get an aftermarket shield for the Trident 660 but it's still a naked bike and doesn't provide as much protection as a bike with fairings. I would suggest finding a good forum or message board for both bikes and see if there are any posts about touring on either. Ask questions to people who have experience taking long trips on either bike. As far as what bike I would choose, I don't think it should influence your choice at all as it may not be the best option for you but I would get the Trident 660. I am a huge fan of Triumph and will probably always own one. I hope this helps as much as it can. Good luck deciding and thanks for the question!

[@markandmajmudar9552]

@@ridexdrive thanks bud. Yes it's helpful. I've been trying to find a common forum but as you can see, both the styles are completely different so not really being able to get a decent opinion anywhere. Plus the fact that I'm not able to get either bike's test ride is even worse. You said you'll always have a Triumph. Can you throw some light about the reliability of Triumphs? Do they need a lot of maintenance or are they as reliable as the Japanese bikes?

[@ridexdrive]

​@@markandmajmudar9552 Yeah. I meant a separate forum for each. To at least get a perspective from people that have owned the bikes. I've owned a Street Triple R and never once had a problem after 3 or more years and some years I rode as much as 7 - 8,000 miles per year as a commuter. Triumph's maintenance schedule is very generous for the Trident 660. 10,000 miles (16,000 km) in between service. In general, a new Triumph should be very reliable. Older Triumphs can be a bit dodgy but still not terrible. Yamaha and Honda are as good as it gets in terms of reliability. With Suzuki and Kawasaki being super reliable as well. It's hard to beat a Japanese bike in terms of reliability. They're simply tried tested and proven. I would say Triumph can certainly hold its own in terms of reliability especially their newer stuff. Add to that incredible build quality and attention to detail and I personally would trade any disadvantages in reliability for the build quality, Triumph community, and their triple engine. Again, I am a huge fan of Triumphs and don't want to come off as biased haha.

[@ribalderr6052]

@@ridexdrive dart flyscreen, amazon or revzilla. 2 sizes an 3 tints. about $115?. no windscreen is fine till about 60, but revs as well as wind after that are miserable. winds will also push u around its light. not really for touring too buzzy cos high rpm. B roads at slower speeds sure though. short freeway jaunts would be tolerable, say like an hour, but not at the actual freeway speeds.. 80-90.

[@hiteshgujarathi4636]

Is it good for beginners who have experience for 1 year in 150cc?

[@ridexdrive]

Yes. I think it’s a great bike for a mature beginner. Meaning you know how to ride within your skill level and understand throttle control. Having a year's worth of any riding experience is a bonus. It’s not intimidating and will give you plenty of room to grow and still have fun once you’re a better rider. Thanks for the question!

[@tabatchoi11]

9:55 wrecked car hahaha

[@felipeedgarmendoza3027]

Do you know that honda 650r comes up with 4 cylinder engine? And your talking about the price tag?

[@ridexdrive]

Yeah. 4 cylinder doesn’t make it better. I prefer the low end torque offered by twins and triples. Thanks for the comment!

[@jamesbarrick3403]

To be fair, The Honda CB650 can justify a $1200 price gap by reputation of reliability alone. If the Trident and the CB are truly equal, I personally would give the nod to the Honda along with the price premium. I have not made up my mind yet, I want to personally see them both side by side and see which one speaks to me. But if I decide I like the Honda I have no problem with the price, reliability is always worth the price and it will always pay you back when you decide to sell.

[@0Turbox]

In my country, the Honda is just 2-300,00 € more expensive. That's a freaking tough choice.

[@stilldajoker]

10K service interval on the Triumph should tell you something

[@woodknack1]

@@stilldajoker They suggest to change the oil at 10k. Who does that? I change mine every season or 3000 miles, synthetic or not. I only put about 2500 miles a year on my bike so that would be years between a oil change. LOL doesn't make sense to me. and once that service light comes on, only a dealer can shut it.

[@ΕΛΛΗΝ]

What is your Haight please! and its good for 6.1 feet or looks akward?i meen to small ?

[@ridexdrive]

I'm 5'9 (1.75m). 6'1 shouldn't be awkward. But definitely spend some time on a bike before deciding to buy it. Thanks for the question!

[@wrathofdiablo]

Why do the indicators look so different on the trident in the US.. The ones everywhere else are slimmer and much better looking.

[@ridexdrive]

Most likely some combination of regulations and cost. It’s been that way for years. Unfortunate.

[@wrathofdiablo]

@@ridexdrive what regulations could those possibly be and I don't believe the cost would be higher by much. That's ridiculous!

[@ridexdrive]

​@@wrathofdiablo In the US there are federal and state regulations that determine what type of lighting has to be on a vehicle. Everything from how many inches have to be between each light to what color and how bright they have to be. Considering each state also has its own regulations, things can vary quite significantly from state to state (the regulations in California are not the same as they are in Tennessee) it's not hard to imagine they may impact what type of lighting is put on a motorcycle if a company wants to sell bikes in all 50 states. Researching and developing something as simple as a turn signal may seem straightforward but when you plan to sell thousands of bikes, the cost for a $1 part can quickly add up. So if they can save a bit of money by making a cheaper part for US bikes versus other markets, they likely will. Again, this would be my guess. If anyone knows better feel free to chime in. Either way, "euro-style" lighting has more often than not looked better than the lighting we get here in the US. This goes for both cars and motorcycles.

[@wrathofdiablo]

@@ridexdrive Ahh interesting.. Thanks for the knowledge.. Hope it doesn't bother you much though!

[@ridexdrive]

No problem at all.

[@woodknack1]

I don't get why you say the MT07 has a twitchy throttle? The MT07 throttle is cable activated when the Trident is fly by wire. You notice that right off as the MT07 is right there when you give it gas and the Trident is not. The Trident has a weird on off feel throttle. I know this because I have a 22 MT07 and my boy has a 22 Trident. We often switch rides. The mt07 is a torque machine right from the getgo! The trident feels under powered until you get too around 4500rpm when the torque kicks in. The Trident is also more vibey then the MT07 which I was not expecting! For a twin the MT07 CP2 engine is a gem. My throttle hand goes to sleep on the trident and you feel it through the foot pegs to when you are in the fun power range. All the electronic on the Trident seem cool at first but then after you ride it awhile you notice you don't use or even need them. Another thing you didn't, ad into this review is you need to get the bike serviced by Triumph. Even is you change your own oil, in order to shut the service engine like off you need to take it to your Triumph dealer to have them do it. More money for nothing. All of these are good bikes, they just each have their own issues or quarks. To anyone who is going to get one of these mid level bikes, I say go try them all first if you get the chance and decide for yourself. Everybody's riding style is different.

[@ridexdrive]

Maybe you should start a motorcycle review channel. haha. ;)

[@woodknack1]

@@ridexdrive maybe!

[@Timmicillo]

How tall are you? I'm looking to get a Trident but I feel it might be a little small for me?

[@ridexdrive]

5’9” (1.75m)

[@qihenghuang-h7t]

Would you say I should get Trident over SV650? I was planning on buyin Sv650 but now I feel I should get Trident instead.

[@ridexdrive]

Have you had a chance to at least see and sit on both bikes in person? If not, you should try to make that happen. It would be even better if you could test ride both bikes. Then make your decision based on which speaks to you more. If you're buying the bike to gain approval from others, you'll never be happy because regardless of what you buy, someone will have something negative to say about it. My first bike was a 2005(?) SV 650, so they will always have a special place in my heart. But if I bought a bike in this class in 2023, I would get a Trident or CB650R. I've done videos on all three bikes. On its own, the Suzuki is still a great bike, but compared to the Honda and Triumph, they are better than the Suzuki in almost all categories. But again, you have to live with what you buy, if it's between the Trident and SV, try to spend a little time around each bike and then go with your gut.

[@KalJoao]

No appologies, that DS is the ugly Duc-ling! :D

[@ridexdrive]

haha. Glad someone agrees.

[@sharad_dutta]

How much was 0-60 mph?

[@ridexdrive]

We didn’t do a proper test for 0-60, but assuming perfect conditions, mid to low 3 seconds should be possible.

[@ribalderr6052]

an u gotta love that next service date in bright blue whenever u look at the dash. theyre serious about that annual payment... i uhh.. er, mean "service" too. never mind how much it is, miss it an there goes yur warranty. an u know triumphs.. an the poor thai making it, 12cents/hr, they could never dream a dream of a never life to ever own one. lets give them a 10cent/hr raise, an take 10cents/hr off Triumph big muckety-mucks salaries eh?, so we'll all go back to feeling Ok about it.

[@kalachar]

HI dude, I get you liked the bike or dealership. Please try to review the bike objectively.

[@ridexdrive]

Hey dude. Please elaborate on how I wasn't objective?

[@sharpgaming6237]

I put a downpayment on mine today 2024 Triumph Trident 660 😏

[@ridexdrive]

Awesome. Congrats. Enjoy it.

[@labasrytas2876]

ride by wire- disasterous uncontrollable

[@grodt88]

made in India LOL

[@ness8802]

Shame about the hideous exhaust.

[@zanathzanath7236]

Stupid review, biased opinions about all the bikes, how can you even judge the cb650 without riding it. It says it all right there!👎

[@ridexdrive]

Thanks for the comment!

[@richarddelasota1812]

If you’re going to review a motorcycle, it might be a good idea not to position it in front of a cemetery for photos. In fact, it is a colossally idiotic idea.

[@ridexdrive]

We didn’t position it in front of a cemetery. We positioned it behind a cemetery. Also, there were no photos taken, only video. So we’re in the clear! Thanks for the comment!

[@richarddelasota1812]

@@ridexdrive I take it back. You ARE in the clear. The video of the bike in back of the cemetery reminded me of my draft board’s location during the Viet Nam war. The draft board office was in a federal building directly across the street from a military cemetery. So when you stood at the counter of the draft board office, you looked out the window behind the counter at the cemetery. Not an encouraging sight for someone subject to the draft during the Viet Nam war.

[@GilesDMT]

Congratulations! You’ve won the Most Arbitrary Complaint of Award for 2021

[@richarddelasota1812]

@@GilesDMT Thank you, thank you very much. First, I’d like to thank my editor, without whom this award would not have been possible. And I’d like to thank KZbin for allowing rideXdrive to post this video. And I’d especially like to thank my mother, my father, my wife, Emily, who’s in the audience tonight - thanks, Emily - and my children, Hudson and Cooper, who are watching from home. Thank you.

[@SebastianUllrich1990]

Not sure if the choice of location - the cemetery - has a subtle meaning 🪦