On this planet of bikes, there are such a lot of “particular version’” trims it is exhausting to maintain monitor – particularly contemplating most aren’t that completely different from the inventory bikes they’re primarily based on. However Triumph is bucking the development with this Triple Tribute Version Trident 660, which ought to enchantment to these enthusiastic about Triumph Bikes and the storied Isle of Man TT.
Triumph has dipped into its racing previous with this racing-inspired trim that honors Slippery Sam, the five-time Isle of Man TT winner. After all, there’s the drool-worthy Sapphire Black body with a shiny black end that provides the bike its true character, however there are some notable upgrades that include this trim as nicely.
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Daring Cobalt Blue and Diablo Crimson accents on the tank, tail, and entrance finish sharply distinction with its glossy sapphire black bodywork. As a nod to Slippery Sam, there is a distinctive ’67’ race graphic. Additional, a My Triumph Connectivity system, and the welcome set up of a Sapphire Black windscreen with an identical Triple Tribute graphic element are extra options on the bike.
For these not accustomed to Triumph’s back-catalog, the primary “Slippery Sam”, the bike on which this particular version is predicated, was a production-class, painstakingly developed racing bike with a 750cc three-cylinder coronary heart. It overcame impediment after impediment to develop into a illustration of Triumph’s racing potential, regardless that the legal guidelines of the time required groups like Slippery Sam’s Les Williams Racing crew to make use of solely available manufacturing facility components.
Past the bodily traits, the particular version genuinely excels over the usual 2025 mannequin yr trim because of a number of enhancements, beginning with the addition of Triumph Shift Help, which makes clutchless gear modifications easy. There’s additionally enhanced cornering ABS, traction management, and cruise management (first on the brand new Trident 660), in addition to a brand new “Sport” using mode to enrich the present Street and Rain modes.
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The suspension of the Trident Triple Tribute is comprised of a high-spec Showa 41-mm USD fork and preload-adjustable monoshock, whereas the body is tubular metal. Michelin Street 5 tires come together with these Diablo Crimson rollers, with the dual Nissin two-piston entrance calipers coupled to 310-mm discs that present progressive, easy stopping.
By way of ergonomics, it’s typical for a road bike – the handlebars are broad, the gasoline tank is slender, and the seat peak is pretty approachable at 31.6 inches (805 mm). However then once more, I’m a tall-ish man at 6 ft. Shorter riders would possibly discover it troublesome to plant each ft down.
The bike ideas the scales at 418.8 lb (190 kg), and the using place is impartial and upright – each suggesting good dealing with traits.
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Triumph’s famend 660cc triple engine nonetheless powers this Trident, producing a decent 79.8 horsepower and 47.2 lb-ft (64 Nm) of torque all through a large RPM vary with loads of leeway. The gearbox is a six-speed.
Most riders ought to really feel proper at residence on the 660 because of the ride-by-wire throttle and easy energy supply throughout the RPM vary. Do word {that a} conversion equipment for an A2 driving license, which is on the market in Europe and comes with a particular APS throttle, can restrict the ability to 47 horsepower and 43.5 lb-ft (59 Nm).
Starting in June, the Triumph Trident 660 Triple Tribute Version shall be accessible on the market at a beginning worth of US$8,745.
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