NEW DELHI: Triumph Motorcycles recently unveiled the all-new Trident 660, positioning it into the affordable naked motorcycle segment. This new offering will be the most affordable 3-cylinder Triumph motorcycle.
As the motorcycle gears up to enter India via the CKD route, we take a closer look at why this roadster is worth buying despite its hidden price tag.
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1. True Trident genes
The 2021 Triumph Trident 660 pays homage to the original Triumph Trident and the BSA Rocket 3 roadsters which ruled the segment from 1978 to 1975. The original Triumph Trident was quite ahead of its time and the 2021 Trident 660 looks promising enough to excite true motorheads.
2. Thrilling Triple engine
The Trident 660 is powered by a 660cc 3-cylinder engine that manages to deliver maximum power of 81 PS of power and offers a peak torque of 64 Nm. The motorcycle has a kerb weight of 189 kg and that gives it a quite good power-to-weight and torque-to-weight ratios. The engine is paired to a 6-speed gearbox that enhances the rideability of the motorcycle. The slip and assist clutch to give a light action clutch that makes the roadster quite fun to ride.
3. Agile beast
The Trident 660 manages to deliver a punchy performance and also guarantees good control, maneuverability, and reliability. The roadster sports a light steering weight and the high specification Showa suspension and braking system lets the rider be confident about their rides. The 17-inch sporty cast aluminium wheels with the Michelin Road 5 tyres ensures agile performance in all kinds of riding conditions.
4. Safety at its best
The Triumph Trident 660 comes with relaxed riding ergonomics and rider fatigue eliminating features like the slip and assist clutch that ensures longer and safer rides. The Nissin braking system with 2-piston sliding front calipers with twin 310mm discs and a single rear caliper and disc ensure the safety of the rider at any given speeds. The Triumph Trident has an accessible seat height of 805mm and gives easy access to footpegs making it a sure-footed motorcycle further eliminating the risks related to rider fatigue. The Trident 660 also gets a full LED package for better visibility during night rides and better looks too.
5. Bold looks and muscular stance
The Trident 660 gets the classic Triumph DNA with the clean dynamic lines and a distinctively sporty and muscular stance and attitude. The roadster is offered with 4 different colour schemes that accentuate the motorcycle’s looks. The Trident 660 boasts a distinctive design on its fuel tank with sculpted knee cut-outs and the black wheels, minimalist rear end with swingarm-mounted plate hanger, and rear indicators give it a sporty look. The contrasting radiator cowls, heel guards, body-coloured fork protectors, tapered handlebars, and teardrop mirrors are the elements that complement the muscular image of the Trident 660.
6. Best-in-segment tech
The Trident 660 is loaded with tech features to stay ahead of the curve and offer a fun experience too. The roadster gets a TFT display instrument cluster for an easy at-a-glance interaction while riding. The TFT display has been designed for an optional accessory-fit connectivity system that enables navigation, GoPro control, phone and music interaction, and much more. The riders can also engage the Trident 660 in Road or Rain riding modes with a touch of a button.
7. Highly customizable
The riders have the freedom to personalize their Trident 660 by choosing from a whole range of accessories. The accessories have been developed to enhance the looks and the performance of the roadster and have undergone the same rigourous testing process. Triumph will be offering the Connectivity System as an add-on which includes- navigation, GoPro controls, and phone operation. The automaker will also be offering a luggage pack as an add-on that will not compromise with the agility of the Trident 660. The Trident accessories will be offered with a 2-year warranty.
8. Value-for-money roadster
The Trident 660 is already going to be the most affordable Triumph in the Indian lineup and most of the global markets too. It is expected to boast a competitive price tag of somewhere around Rs 7.5 lakh – Rs 8.5 lakh (ex-showroom). With a class-leading service interval of 16000 km or 12 months, the Trident 660 offers quite a reasonable cost of ownership positioning it as a good entry-level high-performance roadster.
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