As the title suggests a quick review of my courtesy bike, a Triumph Trident 660. Firstly, it's a bit of a culture shock after jumping off the 1200 Tiger as this is very compact. However, the engine is a marvel of engineering, so torquey for it's size, pulls willingly in just about any gear and revs out like a two stroke! Easily capable of sitting at 80mph all day (but no fairing, so that would get a bit of a strain quite quickly) and will surge forward in top gear with a twist of the throttle. Nice gearchange both up & down with a very smooth, positive action. No quickshifter, but this is a 'price point' bike. The suspension appears to be non-adjustable but seemed to be spot on over bumpy Northumbrian roads and dual carriageways. The brakes are perfectly adequate with a nice, easy feel but plenty of power available if needed with a bit more of a squeeze. The rear brake is particulary useful, with loads of feedback and a nice linear action. As you can imagine it changes direction faster than a house fly and will be an absolute hoot on a warm summers day on a winding road. It's also great around town too, easily leading the charge at the traffic light GP. The single round LED instruments are easy & clear to read and tell you all you need to know. The general fit & finish is of a high quality, not 'premium', but very good and easily on a par with anything from Japan or Italy at this price point.
All in all I was very impressed with the bike, and for the money (£7,895 otr) you're not getting robbed. If I was 5'2" not 6'2" I would definitely have one ! Pics of the little monster below -
