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aesthetic of the second-generation screen found on the Scrambler 1200 line . The screen is integrated with a crystal clear ‘ white-on-black ’ LCD display and offers functionality beyond the standard on board metrics . When combined with the dedicated My Triumph Connectivity System accessory module , the TFT can also provide turn-by-turn navigation , GoPro control and phone and music control , all via Bluetooth , using the handlebar-mounted switches . Standard riding modes include the basic Road and Rain options , with riders also able to adjust the traction control settings to their liking . While in some respects the new Trident doesn ’ t come across as radically ground-breaking , it is just what the doctor ordered for a premium brand like Triumph – Accessible motorcycling with smart features . Included in the design brief for Triumph ’ s engineers was the need to make the Trident more affordable to own than its competitors . As such , the Trident 660 features long service intervals ( 16,000km to be exact ) as well as less
time in the workshop to achieve its servicing needs . Triumph claims that over a three year service time frame the Trident requires the lowest level of workshop time in the category , with 8.3 total hours compared to a range of 11 hrs to 15.8 hrs total required by its closest competitors . That makes servicing the Trident 25 % more cost-effective in labour alone . The bike is backed by Triumph ’ s two-year unlimited mileage warranty for added peace of mind .
SPECS AT A GLANCE
Engine : 660cc , liquid-cooled ,
12 valve , DOHC , inline triple Power : 53hp @ 8750rpm Torque : 59Nm @ 5000rpm Tyres : 120 / 70R17 , 180 / 55R17
Seat Height : |
805 mm |
Wet weight : |
189kg |
Fuel Capacity : 14 litres |
16 KIWI RIDER