NEW Triumph Trident 660 First Ride and Impression! (No Competition)

[@yammienoob]

Go to www.yammienoob.co and www.yammienoobmerch.com and get entered to win this bike and our $6,000 cash prize! Timestamps below: Spec Check 2:36 Exhaust 6:50 Taking off 7:44 Twisty Road Impression 8:20 Throttle lag 15:40 Acceleration 16:35 Highway Impression 21:30 City Impressions 24:50

[@nishachauhan2998]

Is the giveaway usa only?

[@pax1980]

Yams - With your triumph history, you are probably familiar with tuneecu. Assuming they support the ecu you can beef up throttle response to anything you like. Might be worth checking into while you guys are modding it out.

[@RandomGuyComments]

@@nishachauhan2998 Agreed. We're in Canadiah. Lots of us watch Yammie up here and it's riding season now! My back gets wrecked daily on my R6.

[@ericd2811]

@@pax1980 That's my hope. I saw there are already some tunes out there for the Trident but (1) They don't provide details on if they address the throttle response issue and (2) I imagine that means bye bye warranty.

[@dougroberts3840]

Love this bike, but being on disability and not having enough money to take care of myself let alone buy a bike I'll just have to settle for never having a motorcycle in my life, but I can always watch Yammie Noob ride'em and have fun on them, thanks

[@robotusername]

Just came back to this review with a smile on my face. I've had my Trident for 7 weeks and 1400 miles and absolutely love it. What a fun ride. No noticeable throttle lag. Flicks into corners. Torque everywhere. Quickshifter on order will make it even more fun. After being cooped up for two years, and having not ridden while raising kids, this bike is a gift from the heavens. Thanks Yam and crew for all the great content.

[@ThrowUpTheNucks]

just got mine last week and its been such a breath of fresh air and a fantastic bike for me toget back into riding after my last wreck.

[@MuhammedShafiS]

Pillion comfort?

[@biggums3368]

@@MuhammedShafiS I'm told it's good on mine. (Been riding mine for about a month)

[@guillermoyelamo5816]

I test rode this today... still can’t believe how good this bike is, it fits my criteria perfectly on what I want on a motorcycle at the moment. Plus Yammie description of it is pretty accurate in most cases (I think he was a salesman or a real estate broker in a past life, this man knows how to sell stuff!). No frills, good looking, well made and a motorcycle brand with legendary reputation. I think we have a winner here.... love at first ride.

[@ribalderr6052]

legendary for what? shaking, breaking down, leaking, whack elecs and rusting?.

[@stilldajoker]

@@ribalderr6052 naw, maybe just great looking nostalgia tee shirts.

[@Ferntheyhuman]

My bikes currently sitting parked waiting for parts after an accident, these videos are the only thing keeping me sane

[@killerdeviant]

Rebel 1100, Trident, looping the WR...Yammie’s on fire lately!!

[@shishodiadhaval]

Where and when do they announce the winners?

[@porterdallenbach1639]

Rs660 as well

[@dealerslicenseops]

Which bike is best? Rebel 1100 or the Trident 660?

[@whimsicalstray]

What a perfect day to ride a British bike in texas.👌

[@NateMt09]

Try riding it in Britain🤣

[@whimsicalstray]

@@NateMt09 If this pandemic ever ends.😭 I'll just have to ride around Washington in the rain and pretend.😆

[@theslaviccookie5137]

Almost everyday is a perfect day here lol

[@davidgrantphelps1944]

It’s a perfect day for a sandwich

[@theslaviccookie5137]

@@davidgrantphelps1944 also always a perfect day for a sandwich

[@donaldl6076]

I own this bike. I’m a beginner rider and as my first bike, it works well for me. It has punchy power when you open the throttle but it is stable during take off for beginners. I ride it for fun and on Virginian roads, it works well. Highway wind is annoying. Crouching required.

[@utchabayski]

looking at the trident for my first too. how light does it feel at low speeds, have you dropped it or been close to?

[@donaldl6076]

@@utchabayski Yeah. I had one close call. I’m in my late 30s so I’m not an aggressive rider and when I do ride, I’m doing joy rides rather than for commuting. The bike is average in weight when turning with speed. Low speed maneuvering is always risky. The bikes turning circle is not great. Given I am a new rider I bought the frame protection kit. If buying brand new, during the break in period the onboard computer limits your bike so it will feel slower (but safer) to let you gain confidence (and to protect the engine). Once you complete your break in period, the limiters are automatically disabled and you can gain more speed at lower gears. It’s a really cool bike for beginners. I still ride once a week and having clocked 1033 miles in the last two months, I feel it’s pretty forgiving for beginners. The gear change is smooth. Neutral can sometimes be a pain to get to but gear up and down has been easy. I did change out the brake and clutch levers. The clutch lever was non-adjustable and it was pretty spaced out. It can be tiring pulling it in from afar as a beginner as your nerves insist that you keep your hand out there. Hope that helped. Stay safe.

[@utchabayski]

@@donaldl6076 Thanks heaps my guy. Definitely getting the the protection pack for peace of mind. This bike looks like a blast I can’t wait to ride it!

[@donaldl6076]

@@utchabayski Happy to help. Best of luck with your purchase. I was lucky and only needed to waited for month to get my bike when it first launched. Where I am in Richmond VA, there’s not many around. Let me know how it goes. Congrats for jumping on your own of two wheels. Cheers.

[@steinarsivertsen8651]

Im looking to find my first bike, but I wonder if the seat hight is to high... my hight is 5,6.feet/171.cm. What do you think?

[@Bryannevillemusic]

just got mine! I absolutely love it! The fit and finish is unmatched by its competitors!

[@Sunrazor]

Honestly that is bullshit. It's ok. But the brake lever and clutch lever feels like it game from an oversized mountainbike. The fit om the japanese bike is better. Almost 3 times higher reliability speaks volumes. That said it's still a nice bike. But better it is not.

[@ribalderr6052]

@@Sunrazor ^ he knows about triumphs

[@Tybward]

First time rider. Just took mine out for the very first time ever yesterday. I don’t have anything to compare it to because it’s my first bike, but it was a great experience. Handles amazingly. My only concern is that trucks looks massive on the road when you’re on a bike😂

[@dinohuntr851]

Ride safe and enjoy!

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

You got a trident?

[@Tybward]

Yes sir

[@moosestanggang]

@@Tybward as a truck driver, do us a favor and pass us quickly we don’t like folks riding beside us lol besides that you’re good always watching out 👌

[@jamesbickel2168]

Hey man I’m also starting out on a bike, I am taking my training soon, do u have any tips or advice to deal with the nerves of first time riding?

[@JohnnyXoz]

that throttle feel is part of Triumphs new 'Anti-Yeet' technology

[@ponderguy7724]

If its like the speed twin you can add spacers to remove the lag, they are called ducati spacers

[@jafo4u508]

For a first bike I appreciate that feature!

[@kamprikorn]

@@ponderguy7724 thanks

[@paulinoo2]

Throtle behaviour changes after 1000 miles.. and becomes more reactiv

[@mattgoodmangoodmanlawnmowi2454]

Just one more reason I will not consider buying a modern Trumpet. The fake carbs on an EFI bike. That was too much for me. I will be a yeeting hooner til I die.

[@markbock3027]

That front brake complaint is not uncommon for a lot of Triumphs with Nissin calipers. I think it’s the brake pads they use. A set of EBC HH pads improves them massively. This is a compelling bike even for guys like me who own four other Triumphs and have been riding for years. It seems like the perfect commuter bike and fun around-town transport. And I love how its design calls back to the ‘90s Trident, which was itself a more everyday-street-friendly variation on the original Speed Triple.

[@onecookieboy]

If the bike is brand new I am pretty sure that Triumph have a break in programme in the ECU that won't let you access full throttle opening or maximum power. A few more miles on the clock and it will go even better, the beakes might even improve.

[@paulinoo2]

Throtle behaviour changes after 1000 miles too, it becomes more reactiv

[@rohandcruz5297]

Yammie yk earlier you were the godforsaken god of riding who didn't give a shit about components and top-end stuff. This video gave me that vibe, I'm digging it!

[@trextexting]

For those wondering... the fast flashing of the RPMs is a "break-in mode" that will indicate when you either need to shift or chill on the revs during the break-in period. This can be disabled in the settings. The brake lever is adjustable, the clutch is NOT. That said, TEC is a UK parts maker that has a division in the US and offers a great set of black adjustable Clutch and Brake lever for about $70 and are excellent quality. the tank is metal but the cover is not, so if you wanted to change the look to a different version ( i wasnt fast enough to secure a matte black so I got the sapphire black same as this vid) I found out from Triumph parts you can swap the tank cover, rear under tail cover, radiator end panels and front fender should you want a different variant look

[@martindelrosario4676]

Bout time you bought one Yammie! You’re one of the main reasons I decided to buy this bike over the competition

[@adamv.2760]

Watched every video on this bike and bought it. This is the most honest and comprehensive review on the bike I've seen.

[@thomasosmond4067]

If you wanted to go on a tour/ longer ride, is there paneer/top case for some storage you can get with this bike?

[@adamv.2760]

@@thomasosmond4067 There is a tank bag and a tail bag available from the dealer that's about it.

[@mehulgujrani1717]

This channel has been my go to for dealing with my anxiety attacks Much respect man!

[@dariahayward2319]

I’ve had mine for a couple weeks now. I’m a new rider and upgraded from gsx250r. Omg........ so in love with how the bike handles.

[@klausheisler3701]

What’s the range like?

[@RyanHicks]

Picked up a 2024 matte black a week ago and put 250 miles on it in the first week. First bike for me and I really enjoy this bike. Fantastic choice for me. Every time I take it out I get compliments on it. I agree with your entire review including the part about whether or not it's for a first rider-someone who is a bit older with more emotional control over their faculties and a higher level of maturity hits perfect for the first bike.

[@robshef718]

Why are you getting compliments? you didnt make the bike? lol

[@supagirl1521]

I feel like I’ve been waiting my whole life for this video. I love my cb300r but it was love at first sight with the trident and I can’t wait to upgrade to it someday

[@kevindb47]

Saw it in person yesterday by accident. I felt the same way it's gorgeous.

[@jackgirote9132]

Just put a deposit down on the base crystal white trident! Dealer gets it in end of this week, I will be picking it up on Monday. I am super excited. I have been waiting for this bike since the reveal last year. The looks sold me right away!

[@stanleyblazeraznik6047]

My dealer had 12 pre-orders including mine. I should have it this week. I am excited.

[@JoshuaHults]

just got one for 7,000 with 2%APR through triumph financing ! So happy

[@TheDylanTremblay]

Yam, you should make a proper Trident vs CB650r video!

[@jamiekirkpatrick3634]

Tuono

[@rizzoyo8557]

I agree, with the price creep from the MT07 and sv650 over the years and the T660 coming in at 8k is making the cb650r look better and better with age.

[@36moto]

The Trident has less power but rides as if it’s more powerful... clever triumph, go test it...

[@Webheadman91]

@@FnuMnuLnu the 2021 CB650R only has adjustable rear pre-load, it's the same showa non adjustable forks up front as the trident 660.

[@toofastnobrakes]

Cb650r 💪

[@edarelius99]

Took the Trident for a test ride and I think it is one of the smoothest power delivery bikes I've rode

[@rjlacaillade2519]

Yam, thanks for giving us excellent content, and also thanks for giving my wife a reason to get angry that I “take too long” on the toilet!

[@quazimotoscopick7085]

Ha ha Thats shitty bro lol

[@ridethetiger1895]

I got to see two at the dealer when I was getting my new Tiger 900 last week. It was cool to compare the differences between my MT-07 and the Trident. Just from the appearances I really liked the look of the Trident. If I had stupid money I would have brought it home too!

[@NoorElahi1776]

This channel is so good. If I had this 15 years ago it would have saved me a lot of worry. Long live the MotoVlogger!

[@stephenlayland2889]

Something sticks with me from your three-way comparo with this bike, the R6 and the ?650. You may not realize you do this, but you step on Whitney when she expresses an opinion you do not expect to hear. Spite will push back when you challenge him, but Whitney just goes quiet. Whitney has a distinct philosophy as a rider, even if she does not have your broad knowledge of motorcycles. I urge you to capitalize on that. Do a review one-on-one with her. Give her the opportunity to graduate to Spite status, doing an occasional review of her own. Your channel will win in the end.

[@michaelsanchez8519]

Agreed. I like Whitney. She’s got Moxie.

[@HybridMiranda]

I've been racing cars for a bit now, and have a respect for power and not being dumb... I just got my permit today, and after I pass my test, I'm so tempted to get this bike in Crystal White for my first. I'll probably get someone's beater 250cc bike for this summer so I can save money and get some experience, but I really, really love how this bike looks, and others seem to be a fan of it, as well. I'm not looking to squid out and get something insane, I just want a peppy commuter that can take a curve, and will be kind to a beginner... bingo. Thank you Triumph and Yammie, you've got me sold.

[@itsanthony5331]

How reliable are triumphs? Service intervals?

[@judaboi44]

So imma need that XSR 700 vs. Trident 660 comparison.

[@kirkford1748]

They keep comparing it to the mt-07 but I think the xsr700 would be more comparable to

[@canadianchungus701]

Add in Husqvarna Vitpilen/svartpilen 701

[@hiddenalchemia]

also vs CB650R

[@redo1dr]

@@kirkford1748 it´s literally the same bike

[@Zymiful]

@@kirkford1748 Is the same bike lol

[@roymoderatto]

Being the owner of the very first Trident (1969 T-150), I’m really interested in checking this one out. I know the namesake and the 3 cylinders are the only things my bike and this one have in common, but, nevertheless, I’m excited to try it out! 🤘😎

[@oooHASHIMooo]

9:13 Impressed you didn’t lose your flow and get distracted by the Ferrari.

[@CantMuffin]

This might look good, but the cb650r is still the best looking modern bike I've ever seen. The early 00's Ducati monsters too

[@johndavidwolf4239]

Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.

[@tajwheeler5041]

Can't beat that Honda reliability too!

[@killerdeviant]

I don’t really like the exhaust pipes on that bike

[@tg8150]

Honda is Thai built now. 🤮

[@thomaschandler4831]

CB650R 🏆

[@Pachi4026]

I was looking at the sv650, mt 07…did not even consider triumph for this category until the guy at the showroom pointed it out. I think this is the one.

[@robshef718]

was really wanting the Vstrom 23 but glad I did not... was not even thinking Triumph...as they are not the first named off, bikes. I took the 22 Tiger in red.....

[@Tenor-Rider]

It looks so cool I definitely wanna try one, triumph have done a lot of good things in recent years! Great video man!

[@NiklasAdv]

super clean dash and the area around the handlebars is just well made

[@Firestorm637]

Hopefully u can find a louder underbelly exhaust vs a huge muffler on the side of the bike!

[@alexanderguestguitars3619]

It's probably such a good motorcycle, because when they designed it, they DIDN'T fall prey to the ultra-irritating thing of thinking of it as a "BEGINNER" bike (because it's a 650). They treated it as what it IS, which is what they USED to be called; a M I D D L E W E I G H T bike! N O T a "Beginner" bike. Why does everyone on these videos think that anything less than 1000cc is a "beginner" bike, just because it has a smaller capacity????? Hopefully, Triumph will now lead the way towards lots more MIDDLEWEIGHT bikes being treated as legitimate bikes of DESIRE, rather than something you start on, then ditch, once you've got the money for a "Litre Bike". Okay, when I was learning in the UK, as a learner, you were restricted to 125cc, before you got your licence. Then you got what you wanted - step through, small bike, middleweight or BIG bike (1000cc +). Now the law seems to have changed and you can get middleweight bikes on a learner licence. So there should be specifically designed "beginner" bikes in the middleweight class. But middleweights SHOULD NOT be totally restricted to being designed specifically for learners. And the 660, is not designed primarily for beginners (like teh Ninja 650). But as a MIDDLEWEIGHT bike you truly WANT. EXCELLENT Triumph! I WANT one!!!

[@jackmccourt6180]

Yeah this does my head in too. I have a 1250gs and a ninja 1000 and I'm looking to pick up a 650 naked of some sort because they are fun at road legal speeds and great for filtering through traffic and riding round town. 650cc bikes are just super fun and more affordable. I'd argue the 250-500cc bikes are more beginner specific bikes.

[@davisasantos6739]

Thanks Triumph for making a bike that looks a bike instead of trash plástic transformer like Yamaha or Kawasaki like.

[@tharo697]

I was testriding a trident today and immediately bought one 😍 probably will arrive by end of May

[@sorazal18]

This bike is more of a ducati monster-look alike than the actual ,this year's ducati monster. Beautiful machine

[@sk8dragon2006]

I went on Thursday to my local triumph dealer and rode the trident 660 and i must say its an interesting situation going from a traditional to a ride by wire never having ridden one. It seems like its an amazing motorcycle though would be much better with a more beefy sounding exhaust. Going from my ike with a full yoshi to the 660 was just a little quiet.

[@dumbleduke4225]

I don’t understand the desire for fly by wire, I have old stuff and new stuff and prefer a good old fashioned cable any day without my right hand inputs going through an electronic committee first.

[@gunnyhartman2]

I totally agree.

[@divinetruth2875]

I agree. I much prefer to learn the machine and adapt, rather than trying to learn and adapt while the machine is constantly trying "adapt" for you. Leaves a really "muddy" feeling

[@martinlegrice1414]

Good on Triumph! Brilliant! My local Triumph dealer says these are all sold before they are even out of the crate.

[@khakimzhanmiras]

Triumph is on a god damn roll: best scrambler, best muscle bike, best small naked. 🤘British steel 🤘

[@bubonicrider8021]

Gonna rust quickly ;)

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

@@bubonicrider8021 why the wink

[@gunnyhartman2]

Not British anymore, built in Thailand.

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

@@gunnyhartman2 designed by a british brand though. That's like saying it's african because the aluminum was mined from zimbabwe.

[@bubonicrider8021]

@@proudtitanicdenier4300 what a poor reference

[@MrrNacho]

Fml so i was just about to make my mind up between the cbr650r and the mt07 (cbr650r was taking my $ up till now), and now this beautiful trident 660 shows up aaaaahhhhh! So beautiful! Idk what to do now! 🤯🤯

[@PasquiDente]

after everything you said about mounting a windscreen, it could be a challenge for the upgrades: find and mount a nice aftermarket windscreen/shield without ruining the look of the bike :)

[@georgecastrissiades3671]

I was told it has a factory rev limit tune during break-in, do you think the throttle response will change once that’s removed?

[@johnburton8902]

Dang it Yammie, I’m three 3wks away from buying an MT-07 and now you have to drop this beautiful triumph in my face!?

[@stevemurtz3546]

Take the MT07

[@johnburton8902]

The MT07 it is! That dang bike is just freakin fun to ride haha. Tested the trident today and it just don't have the same punchy attitude.

[@purpledon4527]

Yammy blurring the speedo during the acceleration run😂

[@colz10]

i just tested the trident this last weekend and i noticed the throttle delay. thought i was crazy. overall, it's a really good bike, but i wasn't blown away by it. very comfortable, great features, handles well, but it feels muted and soulless. while it's a good "beginner bike", i think a more experienced rider who has had bigger bikes will appreciate it more. i can see beginners still wanted more. i'm a beginner with only about 4 months of experience at this point so this is just a newbie opinion.

[@kevinsdb1]

I want either this or a Aprilia Tuono 660 as my next bike. Wish I could afford both because they both look so good!

[@NatsocRevolutionary]

This bike competes more with bikes like the fz07, tuono 660 is comparative with the street triple or fz09.

[@DrKampfpudding]

Aprilia 660 is in a league above

[@jirimollin8638]

@@NatsocRevolutionary Dude, it is not, the 660 Aprilia is somewhere between, definately not the MT-09 level, tuono makes around 90hp, which is right around CB650R

[@NatsocRevolutionary]

@@jirimollin8638 It makes 100hp, while the MT09 makes 115, my point is that comparing a 660 to anything other than a street triple like bike is doing a disservice to the 660, that's like saying "My suped up miata can smoke your Ferrari so its better" well yes but what about the feel of the drive, the cars accessories, the look of the car, etc etc. Anyone whos ever seen a video of how the 660 rolls is kidding themselves if they think it needs to be stacking up against a trident or mt07.

[@jirimollin8638]

@@NatsocRevolutionary well some moron used wrong conversion on their web, Tuono Is A2 compliant with 70kW/93ish hp and as I said, it's somewhere between, like the CB, which is not very good beginner bike

[@maxlimit18]

As great as the Trident looks on video and in pics, it is even cooler looking in person. Incredible.

[@stanleyblazeraznik6047]

I have to agree. I was worried the bike would look too small. Nope. It looks great in person. Triumph nailed it.

[@rightwingsafetysquad9872]

I was just at a Triumph dealer buying a Street Triple about a month ago. While waiting on the back office to get the paperwork ready, the salesman tried to get me to test ride a Speed Triple and Daytona, trying to upset me. I took each in a lap around the parking lot as well as a Speed Twin and Tiger 900. But they wouldn't let me even swing a leg over the only Trident they had. If you want one, get yourself on an order list.

[@PasquiDente]

Looking forward to watching your track day with it 😊

[@rui1207]

Yam comparing this to the XSR 700, what do you think?

[@rroberts60]

Throttle spacers might help with the slack. Not sure if this throttle is the same type, but it made a world of difference on my speed twin. TMF did a great video about it.

[@joecamel6835]

Hello kids !

[@jafo4u508]

I watched this video a couple of times now! Can you get another color and do the same video lol! I really enjoy the relaxation of watching these videos.

[@ness8802]

Very good nice a clear video and the bike, 👍👍👍 can see it perfect

[@aldimitrov6]

Hey, Papa Yam. Is it worth to pay the extra 1000-ish bucks for the CB650R now that the Trident is here?

[@Yoss223]

Waiting for my Trident, tbh based on reviews and stats depends what you are looking for. Trident is better equipped and seems like a better beginner bike with better torque curve and tractional Control as standard. Probably honda is more reliable but assuming you want to buy a new bike as your first one, you will ride IT for 2 years (period of dealers guarantee) and sell it. Triumph seems like a better all-rounder, is better equipped and it looks better. Honda is a lovely bike as well and I couldn't make my mind about it. Went with my heart and got the trident

[@user-jt6nw6wm5q]

probably reliabilty will still be better on the honda. you could also buy a used cb650r. but the triumph is very nice

[@Throttle.Therapy.]

I have a 650R, if you want a little more power and 4 cylinders, go for it! It's an amazing bike to have fun with revving it out, but just fine riding in traffic. Definitely test ride before you buy if you're and too :)

[@TheDylanTremblay]

I went with the CB and have no regrets so smooth! Both are amazing and would love to see comparison video

[@aldimitrov6]

@@TheDylanTremblay Me too, man. I know both bikes are gonna be great, both seem like the top of the class, but now that the CB comes with upgraded front suspension, radial calipers and more power, I wish Yam would make a side-by-side with both bikes. Maybe something like the video with the R6, Ninja 650 and RS660, a showdown between the Trident, the CB and the MT-07, seeing as those tend to be the most purchased in the class.

[@andrewtaylor8882]

Alright yam, now that you have both - trident 660 or rs660?

[@dherzfeld]

Fun watching these vlogs around a town I recognize!

[@Thunder_Bear_mg]

600 miles for the first service, every 10k for service intervals after the break in service, every 20k for valve clearance check/adjustments. I own a trident in crystal white. The brakes seem great to me but you have more experience with performance bikes with better braking abilities so my ignorance orlack of experience with other bikes may dictate my opinion. Everything else you said it spot on.

[@mucho02]

Put a deposit down on a trident yesterday...4 week wait now !

[@bradmccanna]

I JUST bought one, love the video, great info

[@donavenhines5159]

After years of watching your videos I totally just realized the past few days that you’re in Austin! You ever do any fan meet up rides?

[@georgedickinson4500]

Couldn’t agree more on the throttle delay, I test rode one and I thought there was something wrong with it.

[@Cdmpf]

Great video.Which one do you prefer for hooligan type urban / city riding?Duke 390 or this?Which one is suited for aggressive riding?

[@dennisleonard2137]

Nice objective review. Keep up the good work.

[@jacksharmonoquinn572]

Who ever got this ,congratulations, nice ride, love this bike

[@quazimotoscopick7085]

My first legit street ride was a Yamaha WR250X 2009 A very special bike indeed Still own it from new Only year in black Priceless

[@TuntunGamer]

I just bought a 2018 Street Triple RS last month and it does have a little bit of throttle slop. Bought a spacer for it from Ducati Spacers and its fine now.

[@vichill8133]

Regarding the front brake, I thought the same as you when I first rode my bike but when the pads bed-in different story. How many miles had you on the clock when this was recorded, not many by the look of the flashing rev counter!!!!!

[@mattdf137]

It's funny when everyone says it's an $8K bike. I bought one completely kitted out and came in well over that. I've never seen the bike sell for only $8K, anywhere! More like $9-10K.

[@jlrutube1312]

Cool bike but as an older guy I have to say that I liked it better when motorcycles had rear fenders.

[@jamescicalese4737]

Yammie, what would you recommend as a first street bike: the SV650 in standard form or the Trident? For basic drive-around-town stuff in a dry, desert area. I have some riding experience and prefer a tourquey, nimble bike, but I have not ridden in 20+ years. Thanks!

[@ribalderr6052]

what no answer here?. mr noob?. heres ya go friend- for experienced and former riders as a 2nd bike., not the one an only. u can come back on anything big as u want, youll get back to it quick like u never left. go test ride. it wont be enough for u I guarantee it. yam an motobob gotta be responsible for one heall of alot a triumph buyer regret man.

[@scottsdialyadventure1338]

Tramp really got the engineering and styled down just take a look at the rocket 3..... Visited the triumph MW dealer recently and set on the rocket 3 really is balanced pretty well it does not seem that heavy.. Owned most models from speed triple to Daytona 955 speed triple 1050 and tiger 800 .. were all great possibly a minor wiring issue on 2 of them... But that whining sound as it's accelerating... Wonderful design smooth yet plenty of torque..

[@shawnkislenger3024]

I just figured out that you sound like David Cross 😂

[@SuperSpruce]

I think something like this makes a great 2nd bike coming from a 250. I test rode one today and it felt like a rocket ship. It was the 2nd vehicle to make me scream in exhilaration from the acceleration--first was a C7 Corvette stingray--except the stingray needed full throttle in first gear for that while 75% throttle in 2nd gear on this bike had the same effect.

[@robshef718]

are you steering with your throttle hand or clutch hand? I dont, on the throttle hand, as twisting can be a problem... so I use the left grip as my steer. :) cheers

[@mchiola]

This could be my next bike.. after a new dual sport. ...I ended up with a Z650 .... I know I know.. but here's the thing... I stumbled across it last year.. 2017 with 10,000 miles(16000kms)... got it for 3500$ CDN $3100USD ... I couldn't pass it up... and to be honest.... the on off sucks and it feels like it handles better than it does.... Road 5 tires... the short wheel base makes it turn quick which fools you into thinking it it handles better than it does. Aside from that.. the power band it really good.. I've had everything from a Vulcan Nomad to a GSXR 750 .. ride what makes you smile... and remember.. it's better to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow....... But you have me in love with the Aprilia... and I've not driven the beloved MT07 which is a good thing because it would ruin me if your blessings are correct!

[@skyving]

Dear Yam, I own a Svartpilen 401 now and absolutely love it, but am suitably interested in the Trident. But I just can't get over how bland it looks compared to the 401. As a urban commuter, I think I'll stick to the Husqy (for now).

[@cgrizzly33]

I just got the tiger sport 660 and I’m loving it.

[@rudedog3529]

RE: Throttle: The "feel " is like cable slack in a mech. version. Doesn't seem to do it when throttle is already open a bit. Maybe a shim or spacer inside might make the lash go away ? Could the throttle lag be due to break in period ? Maybe go away after 1000 km or miles ?

[@xav_crack]

Throttle is electronic bro.

[@rudedog3529]

@@xav_crack I know that.🙄 The throttle housing is just a glorified rheostat . The position might be able to adjust with a shim.

[@ericd2811]

It's throttle-by-wire, so it's build into the ECU on purpose. Doesn't go away after break in.

[@xav_crack]

@@rudedog3529 Really? That would be awesome.

[@bopna]

Went on a test drive yesterday together with my dad. I’m coming from a Street triple 675 Rx and he is currently on a Ducati Monster. Very agile and good fun at low speeds, but lacking the engine power when opening up. The sound would definitely benefit from an aftermarket exhaust. Narrow between gears, so a lot of gear changing compared to my triple. Seems like a great beginner/city/low speed twisties bike but not that much for open road or highway. 👍🏻

[@rudedog3529]

RE : Demand: Got mine 3 weeks ago from San Diego Triumph. They have 2 or 3 in the showroom, now.

[@chrisgoode1578]

4 in stock here, zero mt09, mt07, mt10s

[@yammienoob]

It’s almost as if different locations will have different demand and supply for a given product

[@chrisgoode1578]

@@yammienoob true. Tons of triumph, ktm and kawis here. Debating driving 2 hours to test out a rs660

[@Firestorm637]

The only muffler I like on a side of the bike is the MV Agusta 800 and 800rr reminding you it’s a triple

[@treepounderbaitco.5153]

God damnit I was dead set on a cb650r to upgrade from my cb300r but now with this triumph being a bit cheaper I’ve got to go check one out.

[@DashRendar308]

I am hoping for the Daytona 660, with a bit more RPM the engine should be good for 90 HP. And it should fit nicely inbetween the R7 and CBR650R. And they should definitely work on the throttle response!

[@joecamel6835]

Take whichever you find at a good price ,used.

[@noore5090]

They made a chill cruiser.. for those who wanted a Ducati Scrambler 800...... but would prefer this as a beginner bike for the $.

[@blakefarinas6170]

Yammie cant believe you havent done a rider review on the Triumph Speed Twin!

[@beamerstrumpet]

What road are you on? It really reminds me of Hwy 281 past canyon lake almost to San Antonio or are you in the hill country somewhere?

[@youngbutkickinitlike70s84]

Should I wait and save up for the Triumph Trident 660 or should I get a Kawasaki Z400 for now ? New rider :)

[@teslaedison6236]

I have a Harley 1200 and a ninja zx6r but I'm seriously thinking about getting the Ninja 400. For $5k the Ninja is an amazing value

[@Firestorm637]

Most riders can not tell the difference between Brembo or Nissin brakes. Most people never touch their suspension. It is important for that 1% of racers that are taking bikes to their very limits and then sum. The professional Rider uses the bike as a tool. All the GP bikes make about the same horsepower, the rider brings home the ribbon. This bike is perfect the way it comes from the factory. No stage 4 needed.

[@MB-xx6xc]

One question for the experts... Looks aside between the trident and the BMW F900R 2022.. both... Which one would you choose and why???

[@MrBTRDAYZ]

Different class bikes, but I'll ask the question anyway... Of the 2 bikes (Honda Rebel 1100 & Triumph Trident 650), which of the 2 leave you more impressed with the bike for what it is?

[@ETleaveshome]

I have the same question, I haven’t been able to decide between the 2.

[@itsme_Dio]

I can’t wait till you get the new Speed triple

[@astrostrotch]

I think it's met the design brief. However, as a second bike for the more experienced rider it possibly falls a bit short, the soft throttle and brakes being a major shortfall for me. I'll still test ride one though. Great review!

[@alexv5581]

So you criticize a bike as if you own one or ridden one but in fact you have never ridden one.. That makes sense.

[@ribalderr6052]

@@alexv5581 that throttle nerfing via 'puter is a pisser, brakes, meh, not a biggie. take it easy, he said possibly falls short. those are legit, an he says he'll still test ride it.

[@vsnutz]

Might go look at one. Been waiting. It's only a beginner bike if you want to jump up to something else. If you want something to tool around town or commute it's great all-around bike.

[@andypants1000]

Honestly dont really believe in "beginner bikes" myself. You should start on something small and easy to handle, but saying you have to upgrade? Naw bro. Where I live I have a lot of mountain roads that are SUPER tight and SUPER narrow. I could ride a litre bike but its worthless on these roads. Sv650? 400cc sport bikes? That's where it's at for the riding I do.