Triumph Trident 660 2022 — Specifications

One often seeks the perfect motorcycle to begin with, one that forgives without being boring, that has character without being intimidating. In the jungle of mid-size roadsters, a new British contender arrives with a secret weapon: a three-cylinder engine where others have twins. The Triumph Trident 660 wasn't here to play a cameo role. With a price announced at around €8,300, it directly targets the core audience of A2 licenses and riders seeking a successful first large displacement motorcycle.

Beneath a refined, almost shy appearance with its round headlight, it hides a remarkably clever engine. This 660 cm³ triple, developing 81 horsepower, is a pure marvel of flexibility. It produces 64 Nm of torque at 6,250 rpm, but the essential power is available on a silver platter between 3,600 and 9,750 rpm. That's where the magic happens: the machine is alive, pulls without complaining, and offers a sensation of fluidity that few competitors, perhaps only the Honda CB 650 R, can match. For those who want an A2 motorcycle, power restriction is provided and well thought out, preserving most of the torque. Faced with a Yamaha MT-07, more wild and basic, or a Kawasaki Z 650, more neutral, the Trident focuses on sophistication and a unique deep sound.

The chassis, for its part, plays the card of efficiency without frills. A steel frame, a non-adjustable Showa inverted fork, honest Nissin brakes: we are far from the high-end equipment of a Street Triple. But in use, all of this works with a beautiful coherence. The wet weight of 189 kg is well distributed, the 805 mm seat height is accessible, and the motorcycle proves surprisingly agile in the city. Some may regret the absence of a USB socket as standard, a surprising detail for a machine targeting a connected audience. To personalize your machine, the Triumph accessory catalog for the Trident 660 is already well stocked, from comfort seats to customization options.

Who is she, ultimately? The Trident 660 is the intelligent tourer, one that prioritizes everyday pleasure over pure performance. Its electronics, with its riding modes and traction control, offer a welcome safety net without being intrusive. Its 14-liter fuel tank and spaced maintenance intervals make it a reasonable motorcycle to use. It doesn't have the ferocity of an MT-07, nor the sporty pedigree of a CB650R, but it brings something more rare: a distinguished character, a reassuring versatility, and that addictive triple hum. For a first new purchase or a recent used one, it offers a credible and seductive alternative in a very competitive segment. A test ride of the Triumph Trident 660 often suffices to convince: class is earned, but it can also be accessible.