@@juliemcgillivray3394 The 850 Has a Better Transmission, According To Zach Courts@RevzilLa/ DaiLy Riders, Does a GreAt Review, The Rear Spring@660 FeeLs Rigid, Needs a VaribLe Compression Spring@ Rear, Peace ✌️.
One of your very best here, Mr. Noobie. i learned so much. Thank you. I know what you mean about the throttle response, but maybe a good thing for moi. Yeah, go with the throttle cable and forget about cruise control.
As a long time owner of a Bandit 650, I really like the Tiger 660. What I especially like is the moulded luggage you can get with it. You can go to the store, get a few groceries and bring them home with you. It greatly extends the usefulness of the motorcycle.
As a 35+ year rider, I added a TS660 to my garage last year, after a 30-minute test ride. The owner of my local dealership knows I've done thousands of miles on racetracks, and when I returned to the store so quickly, he said, "Didn't like it, huh?" Still grinning, I said, "Nope--I'm putting one of these in my garage!" I've owned many, many high-horsepower super-sport bikes, including the Tuono Factory still in my garage. This bike is way more fun than it has a right to be at its price-point. I nicknamed it "Cheap Thrills" because of the low $$. Definitely get the quick-shifter for this bike, and just wail through the gearbox while grinning and laughing in your helmet!
As a 47+ years rider of budget bikes, I added the Hornet 919 to my garage last year, after a 10 minute test ride for $2,500. My response falls under the sour grapes category, as I would thoroughly enjoy a TS660 and agree with your assessment. Although not on the same level, the way I would ride the TS660, reminds me of my '84 Honda CB650SC: just behind on HP and ft/lb, weight, 6 spds, etc. Hop on it and go for a short ride just for the fun of it. Not too sporty or laid back, neither lightweight or heavy, fast or slow, and so on. These fall into a category I call Goldilocks bikes.
Finally! A review of the bike I've owned since May. I really love this as my first sport touring bike after coming from a 125cc scooter. This bike has turned me into a Triumph fanboy.
Hey, I'm new to your channel. A retired therapist who got back into riding at 60. I like your content, it encouraged me to ride again. I bought a Z400 brand new to get back into the feel, then moved to a Triumph Tiger 955i 7000 miles and 4 months later. I couldn't be happier. Keep up the great content!
I’ve had mine for about a month and I love mine. I ride it to work almost everyday and it handles the SoCal roads really well. It’s also my first brand new bike and I’ve only been riding for 6 months.
Finally!!! I love this bike so much! I'm a taller dude and this bike fits me perfectly and is so comfortable. Plus for a sporttouring bike this machine is gorgeous and it sounds pretty nice! Right now, this would be my bike of choice for a first motorcycle!
I bought a 2022 Triumph 660 and have had 3 warranty items related to the engine. Currently waiting for a new engine under the warranty. I love the bike, the options, the character - but I have had nothing but bad luck with the maintenance and longevity of it.
@@michaelmcdonald1620 there was a recall for the a MAP issue, a tiny tube would become plugged, and some other people have had issues if they weren't broken in correctly. The RPM limiter changes about every 100 miles from new and it changes the dynamics at every one of them, and then after the first service the full thing is unleashed....a lot of people pushed them too hard before the first service and it caused some people some issues
I've got the heated grips, quickshifter and full luggage rack on mine. Absolutely love the bike, and I'm travelling to Arctic Circle Raceway this weekend to test her out. For the price and what you get, this is the best IMHO.
@@Thz333 It's a great bike for travelling the roads. Just avoid the fastest motorways. Not a bike for going 130 km/h for hours and hours without cruise controll. Luggage is great. Topbox can fit two helmets, so plenty of space. Panniers have alot of room too. But if you consider packing alot of stuff, and travel alot, I'd suggest looking at the Tiger 900 for that.
I haven't ridden the Sport 660 yet but it is more comfortable to sit on than the Trident, and the wind protection would likely make it way more livable for higher speeds. It's objectively better in most ways. I'm still getting a Trident though - in orange. It's just so pretty.
Comfortable yes. Windscreen, unless you are 5’9” and below the buffeting and dirty air from what the windscreen couldn’t cover is a headache. So better to put it all thw way down and get clean air.
As a new rider I really appreciated the softer throttle response of the 660 platform. Striple RS is definitely more out and out fun, but would have made an absolutely terrible first bike
Hi tehere, I am a 45+ happy MT-07 owner with almost 20 years experience. I got a my2018 MT-07 years ago because I had back pain issues and gave up on weekend trips, just to use it as a daily commuter with more exitement than a scooter. Now my condition (herniated disc L5-S1 for those who are interested) is getting better, also because I've put some serious effort on loosing weight. Now I can go for the occasional sunday ride with the MT but if I ride for more than a couple of hours I feel that it somehow makes my lower back more sensible. I don't think is a position issue, more like the harshness of the MT rear suspension. It does not bother me on the 20 minutes daily commute, but it comulates on the long run. Long story short: I am looking for a 17" wheeled, 200ish kg or less bike that is not an elephant in the city and can take 300 / 400km trips on twisty roads. I've checked the datasheets and the Tracer 7 and Tiger sport are currently the best options under my search light. I expect the Tracer to be more gentle than the MT due to diffferent, longer swingarm and consequently longer travel. The Tiger seems to have an even (slightly) longer suspension travel than the Tracer. Can anybody that has owned (or tested properly) those bikes give some feedback about that? Thanks 😀 Here are the travels, fetched from owner manuals or manufacturer websites: MT-07: 130/130mm Tracer 7: 130/142mm Tiger sport: 150/150mm
Hi! I've ridden the MT07, and have a Tracer 700. The tracer is softer, not as aggressive and have a more relaxed riding position. Can you rent or borrow one for a spin? Don't know much about the Tiger 660, I'll testride or rent one in the coming weeks. I love the triple + quickshifter. Lightweight, 17' wheels are must for me. Unfortunately none have cruise control.
I own a tiger 660, weigh about 300lbs, live somewhere only accesible by awfully bumpy roads and have a sensitive lower back from a lot of heavy training + physical labour and I have to say I experience zero discomfort even after 100 miles in the seat at a time, can only recommend this bike
I own a sport 660 and I can’t get enough of the bike even after a year. Buttttt I would really enjoy seeing that tiger sport 660 track day out of you, this is such a fun bike to zip around on
So, bought the Trident 660 based on your review. Spot on. Looked at this review a few days ago, the Tiger Sport 660 now on order, should be riding it away in 10 days or so. Got the orange one
As a fellow mature newbie, I'm considering the Tiger 600 as my first big bike. The solf throttle apeals to me compared to the over-sensitive one on the CB650R I learned to ride on. How do you find it regarding the throttle?
I asked for you to do this review and here it is! Thank you Yammie! P. S. I also got the 1200 RR in cristal white, and really enjoy rewatching your reviews on that one
I bought one earlier this year and agree with the throttle response. I'm new to Triumph so I thought it was just a triple thing. I really love this bike though, possibly my favorite I've ever owned, just really fun and well rounded for different rides.
Bike is super comfortable. I did a trip to the pigs trail. Was a 4 hour ride down and then I rode around for 5-6 hours. Did the same the next day then rode back ~1200 miles in 2 days and my butt was only sore after ~6 hours on the bike.
Neat to see you riding through my neck of the woods. I live right off of Dittmar behind that rec center/park in the earlier part of your vid. I wanted to go to the gathering you had but I was between bikes for a couple weeks so I didn't have anything to ride there and didn't want to show up in my truck.
Just got back from a 3500km road trip with my Tiger 660 absolutely loved it didn’t feel underpowered whatsoever downside and really a crime is no cruise control. I tried a throttle lock but didn’t work very well.
One of your very best here, Mr. Noobie. i learned so much. Thank you. I know what you mean about the throttle response, but maybe a good thing for moi. Yeah, go with the throttle cable and forget about cruise control.
Hi guys At 52 I finally got my license but bought a Yamaha in 2021. Been sat in a wheelchair some years because of MS. The first bike I bought was the 2022 Tracer 9GT. An ok but boring bike. At school I drove the MT07 and I’m sorry, the engine is so sluggish. Directly after securing my licence (yes the same day) I traded in my Tracer for a 2023 Triumph Speed Twin 1200. Lovely looking bike, oodles of grunt and that sound… just lovely. AND my wife loves it is comfy for the pillion rider as well. However… The Speed Twin isn’t a bike for long stretches so we need a second bike. My dealer has just taken delivery of the first 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 with more tech and higher hp and torque over the 2023 model. I Had wishes that the 660 would work for the two of us with bags and all but sadly the engine is insufficient for the weight. Otherwise a Really nice bike for a single rider. What else is on my maybe-list? The Moto Guzzi V100 of course. It is Awesome! It hasn’t got the liveliness of the Tracer 9 or the Tiger 900, but Boy does it have character and a lovely sounding V engine. And the pillion is much lower. That made my wife happy and she is rooting for my to go Anglo and Italian. Thanks for the upload!
I daily a sprint 955i and out of every style of bike and all the different engine types i have tried triumphs sport touring type liter bikes are my favorite
I was able to test ride this during a demo day at my local dealership. Once I got it into road mode, I instantly fell in love! Was able to keep up with the faster bikes like BMW GS 1200 and Indian Scouts. Hope to get it very soon.
They are $9,500 new before taxes and fees, but you can find them for $8,000 out the door used with a little over 1k miles. Absolutely steal of a motorcycle! If you haven't rode one, I highly recommend it!
Exactly how I got mine... $8146 out the door with 1347 miles on it. And I save another $400 or so because the first service was already done at 600 miles. Great bike!
@roblivingston1167 Yep! I really only buy used bikes now, I got my T100 used with 97 miles out the door for $7998. They had it for over a year so I talked them down a good bit. My Tiger 660 I found with just over 2k miles for around the same price out the door, had the full triumph panniers and top case as well. Used is the only way to go. Especially considering my Yamaha R3 many years ago was $7,200 out the door new.
Great video. I've done a lot of research and watched a lot of videos. And this was by far the most accurate. Thank you for helping me make my decision even easier
19:28 In my opinion that monotony is what makes MC trips so special. It makes you realize just how vast the country truly is because you're so exposed and fatigued by it. When you do it in s car it's kinda like flying, where you feel a bit like you teleported to the destination, and you don't get that sense of vastness. Definitely more comfortable, but it's not the deep, borderline-spiritual experience of riding a motorcycle.
It would be interesting to compare it with the 2023 Trident to see if Triumph has given it the same refinement and character that this one has. Personally I like the Trident better, it’s more aesthetically pleasing with its retro vibe, but listening to papa Yam talk about how neutered the Trident was back when he rode it the first time makes me wonder if Triumph decided that the Trident should be a step “below” the Tiger 660 in terms of performance. I could be getting into a Trident 660 soon but this one makes me think twice about it. Great video!
I have a 23 trident. I think the only reason he says that is cause he's comparing the trident to an mt07 (which has a really peppy throttle. And basically worse eveything else imo) and comparing the tiger to a versys which is alot lazier feeling. But really they handle about the same. Also the throttle lag is only really noticeable in neutral and with the clutch in. In gear it feels good, and with a quick shifter it feels even better. People say the dnk tune fixes all that anyway, which I will be doing right after the warranty is up
@@pocketlint82 I owned a 2019 MT07. Sold it a couple of months ago, not a very good decision but adulting situations got in the way, now I want to get back to riding and want something in the same vibe as the MT but a bit more upscale and better looking. MT07 is the benchmark here IMO but I’m going to leave it outside the conversation for obvious reasons. Before buying my MT07 I tested a Trident 660 when it just came out in 2021, very refined and handsome bike, but the Yamaha was cheaper so I pulled the trigger, that was the only reason. Both bikes are amazing but each one offers a little bit different experiences on their own. I like more the classic looks though. I’ll be hitting my closest Triumph dealership tomorrow to see what’s the deal with this Tiger Sport 660 and then make a decision. Thanks for your comment!
it is the exact same platform. if you listen to yam when he rode the trident, he loved it. im sure in 6 months he will be saying how this bike is so boring too haha
455 lbs, 52 mpg, $12,737.40 with my choice of accessories, which included luggage, heated grips, hand guards, bluetooth connectivity pack, frame protectors, TPMS and Kerosi Red paint.
I installed Grip Puppies over the original grips which solved this. Just search for some videos how to install these the easy way in case you’d decide to get these.
I'm doing the thing. Either I get to the red in pole position and do the thing in fourish seconds, or I do the dad thing and anticipate the light and roll it without putting a foot down. Both give me joy. Mt03 gang
Right at the start of the video you mention that you prefer Yamaha's MT-07 over the Trident 660. Keeping this in mind, how do you feel the Tiger Sport 660 compares to it's Yamaha counterpart, the Tracer 7? Since both bikes respectively use the same engine as their naked counterparts I'm surprised to only hear you compare this bike to maybe a Versys 650 or a V-strom 800, which feels like you're deliberately avoiding the comparison. Could be me.
As a beginner and tall at 6'4", I have had difficulty finding bikes that fit me comfortably for a couple hours. This bike may be the one to get, as many beginner bikes are too cramped for my taste.
Having tried the Tiger 660 Sport myself i have to say i’m baffled at you saying you want to fix the throttle. I think it should remain the way it is. Throttle on an Indian in sport mode for reference is too snappy and outright dangerous. Even the new CBR1000RR-R Fireblade has better throttle control. Point is it’s a relaxed, yet sporty bike. And a relaxed throttle control is precisely why this is good as an entry level bike that you never need to upgrade away from. Right now i ride a VL1500 Intruder, and that’s 1 of 40 bikes i’ve ridden so far. And the Tiger 660 Sport is by far the best engine i’ve ever felt on a bike. The engine is perfect, originally i tried the Daytona, but realizing it was the same engine was enough to convince me. I love the 660 Sport, but one thing i will agree upon is the fact that it needs cruise control.
Own 1 for almost a year and having a lot of fun .... great bike.... wished it had cruise control and better wind screen .... but other than that its great Qs is a must Wish Triumph make a tiger sport with the 765cc engine so ill upgrade to that 😀
I have 1000+ miles on my TS660 now and its a nice bike. I am a heavier rider at 240lbs but it is still peppy. Twisting the throttle at low speeds can easily lift the front wheel haha. 90+mph it slows down a bit, but i dont mind since its my work commuter.
If one is HONEST, the Overall features and quality and looks and handling of the Tiger IS better than the Versy. I was also 'really' really wanting to get the 23 Suzy Vstrom. Glad I did not! Im Much much happier with the 22 Tiger in red! Triumph did a really good Job. Nice and Tidy bike and the finish quality is great for the price!
HI , i think we all need a video about FUEL mixture, rich, lean. How to fix it. We know that from manufacturer all this goes kinda lean, how to fix it? should you do that? WE NEED ANSWER!!!
Bought this bike last fall and have ~2k miles on it. Cruise control was definitely a miss. The throttle is really only noticeable at idle but clicking throught the gears it doesnt feel lazy to me. The windscreen does need a redesign tho. The high position definitely buffets the helmet (im about yams size). Also has trouble turning over the first time during cold starts. On the 2nd attempt it starts right up. Overall tho the bike is super enjoyable to ride and ill be keeping it for a while
I agree. The perfect daily bike! I picked mine up used with 1700 miles and it has a cheap emgo top case. Can grab some quick groceries from the store or do some light sport touring. What a great bargain of a bike from Triumph! Too bad Yamaha hasn't stepped their game up with bikes like these recently. Yamaha used to offer bargain rippers like the OG Fz1 and Fz6 but they gave up on us UJM diehards and now Triumph is tearing them a new one in this segment. Yamaha step your game up!
Hi. A quick question. How is Triumph Tiger Sport 660 compared to KTM 790 Adventure? Which one would be better since here in Norway, they are sold (almost) at the same price point :)
@@Uriel-Septim. Hei. Takk for svar. Jeg skal kjøre mest på asfalt tror jeg og motorvei. Så er det Triumph kanskje bedre alternativ :) Jeg har allerde en KTM Duke 390 men ønsker å 'oppgradere' til tung MC og derfor var litt usikkert hvis jeg skal fortsette med KTM eller skal velge en fra Triumph :)
@@NakulSaxena Jeg køre på en Suzuki 650 bandit fra 2008 og ønsker en ny/nyere model, så jeg overvejer en tiger 660 som en direkte udskiftning, tror den er super god til hverdags kørsel og lidt touring i weekenden, men jeg bor også i København og har meget få grus veje her, det vil være by/landevej og lidt motorvej den kommer til at køre 99% af tiden, så har indskrænket det til Tiger 660, suzuki versys 650 eller MT 07 men tror den 3 cylender motor vil være sjovest og kan også bedst lide designet.
Im 5'4 so not tall by any means. Im looking at getting an adventure bike would I be too short for this one just looking for some advice. Love the channel keep up the great content. Love from Australia 🇦🇺
Thanks a lot for the review. Anybody noticed that the clutch cable is right in front of the TFT screen? A I am wrong? If it’s like that it disturbs me.
Im so thoroughly satisfied with my Trident it not even funny! The trident sadly doesnt hold up as well when it comes to long distance riding, so the tiger is starting to look more and more attractive honestly. I am super curious as to how it handles a mild to medium terrain trail though.
I have done 0 off road riding in my life but the few times I have been on gravel on my ts660 didn't inspire much confidence. At least on the MR5's it comes with.
@@aToxicPotato338 Preciate the input there. So what your saying is, there might be some margin for improvement with 50/50 tires, but the 660 Tiger is simply biased more for the road. Its really the 800 you want for the off road stuff.
Im really debating between this Tiger 660, Trident 660 and the CB650-R. The Tiger makes most sense with wind protection I need and for luggage bags but Trident looks so much cooler and CB650-R is just awesome too and unique especially with the nice convenient new E clutch which would be very nice in city and traffic riding. But the Trident and CB650-R dont really have any options ive found for good wind protection. If I could have my perfect bike, it would be the 2024 CB650-R with a nice adjustable windshield like the Tiger with clean luggage bags. The Tiger Sport is everything I want except not my favorite looking. Tough decision although it's not ugly just obviously not as slick as a naked.
The throttle is REALLY easy to fix with an Android device, a bluetooth OBD connector and the TuneECU app. I can remap that throttle for more snap in 3 minutes from my phone.
So I watched this video because I was seriously contemplating one of these but couldn’t decide. After I watched the vid I thought hell I’ll call the local dealer. Well I’ll be damned if there didn’t have a BRAND NEW 2022 FOR 7K. Needless to say I’ll be driving it home tomorrow 😂🤙🤘
Dealer tried to sell me this instead of Trident, because they were out of stock, I went on neighbor country dealer to get my Trident next day I got my license.
Yo yammie you set the bike to "TRIP 1" setting, normally that wont give you what you wanted from the throttle. Set it to "TRIP 2" you ask for it, you'll get it. For the record Trip 2 make the engine more aggressive.
It seems I’ve finally found the bike I’m looking for. I’m a tall gentleman (6’5) getting back into motorcycling. Originally had a ninja 650 as my first bike. Want something similar but taller. Versys 650 is just meh - doesn’t excite me. This seems to fit what I’m looking for with that triple!
I would not bother with a R125, the MT125 is already expensive enough. Better yet get your A2 license and buy something else. FWI the Ninja 400 is now Euro5 so we can buy it again in Europe. I've ridden a 125cc for almost 3 years, unless you're mostly riding in the city it's pretty darn awful.
@@therealfakecaptain7978 In Finland when I turn 16, I can get a 125cc and at 18 my dad pays 50% for a MT-03 or R3. So I get 2 years of practise with 125cc🤷♂️
Can you get a windshield like that for the Trident 660? I really need wind protection in Northeast. Im about to trade my Harley in and am debating between Trident 660 and CB650-R but this Tiger setup honestly makes more sense for me but if zi can get a windshield like this, im good going with Trident 660.
New rider here! Planning on getting a bike next week, but I can't get into an MSF course for another month and a half. What would be the best way to learn riding or should I try to wait?
You say the Michelin Pilot Road 6 is your favorite road tire. how do they compare to the Pirelli Rosso lV tires that I have on my Ducati 939 Supersport. please explain the difference if you can. Triumph had a test ride day so I tested around five bikes. I test road the Trident and it felt a little underwhelming for me. but I did try the Street Triple RS first. so it was hard to live up to that. and then I tried the 900 Tiger with the triple engine, and I was underwhelmed by that also. I expected more from it. it didn't seem to have any of the insane power of the Yamaha XSR 900 triple. now I wish I would've tried the tiger 660 instead of the Trident. please answer my tire question.
So the mt09 tracer hasn’t existed all this time ? Riding both, the mt has very nice power lower in the Rev range, more suited to this style of bike ? I like the bigger powered triumph triples, but the 660 was just ok.
Test rode one. Wind turbulence is horrid. A used Tracer 9 with a bit more power would be better value for the money, not that the turbulence is likely to be much better.
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Since you have ridden both the 660 and Tiger Sport 850, how would you compare the two? Small tourer v. entry ADV? Rideability?
@@juliemcgillivray3394 The 850 Has a Better Transmission, According To Zach Courts@RevzilLa/ DaiLy Riders, Does a GreAt Review, The Rear Spring@660 FeeLs Rigid, Needs a VaribLe Compression Spring@ Rear, Peace ✌️.
Hey Yammie, do you like this better than the Daytona 660? How does it compare?
One of your very best here, Mr. Noobie. i learned so much. Thank you. I know what you mean about the throttle response, but maybe a good thing for moi. Yeah, go with the throttle cable and forget about cruise control.
And I love the Tchaikovsky at the end :)
As a long time owner of a Bandit 650, I really like the Tiger 660. What I especially like is the moulded luggage you can get with it. You can go to the store, get a few groceries and bring them home with you. It greatly extends the usefulness of the motorcycle.
I have the bandit 1200, I wish it came with luggage as it's been almost impossible to find
Not to mention you can easily lock up Helmet and jacket.
GSX650F here. Pretty much the Bandit 650 playing dress up as a Gixxer lol
@@milesgreen4801 Sounds Like a Drag Bike. How Do U`~FeeL about Ice Cube? Recent TaLks. Peace✌️.
Are the luggage good for going for a trip around the country or perhaps riding in europe? Obviously i would take a big comfy backpack also.
As a 35+ year rider, I added a TS660 to my garage last year, after a 30-minute test ride. The owner of my local dealership knows I've done thousands of miles on racetracks, and when I returned to the store so quickly, he said, "Didn't like it, huh?" Still grinning, I said, "Nope--I'm putting one of these in my garage!"
I've owned many, many high-horsepower super-sport bikes, including the Tuono Factory still in my garage. This bike is way more fun than it has a right to be at its price-point. I nicknamed it "Cheap Thrills" because of the low $$. Definitely get the quick-shifter for this bike, and just wail through the gearbox while grinning and laughing in your helmet!
As a 47+ years rider of budget bikes, I added the Hornet 919 to my garage last year, after a 10 minute test ride for $2,500. My response falls under the sour grapes category, as I would thoroughly enjoy a TS660 and agree with your assessment. Although not on the same level, the way I would ride the TS660, reminds me of my '84 Honda CB650SC: just behind on HP and ft/lb, weight, 6 spds, etc. Hop on it and go for a short ride just for the fun of it. Not too sporty or laid back, neither lightweight or heavy, fast or slow, and so on. These fall into a category I call Goldilocks bikes.
@@papatorr3669 I had a red '07 919...I still miss that bike. Very flickable canyon-carver.
Did Ya AlLs...See: That New Dodge/Fiat Hornet Car Trip all Dash Warning Lights@ T.F.L Test.
10K +...cheap
Reminds me of my CB400 Super 4 in terms of character. 50/50 kind x hooligan
Finally! A review of the bike I've owned since May. I really love this as my first sport touring bike after coming from a 125cc scooter. This bike has turned me into a Triumph fanboy.
A great simple bike for the oldies without breaking the bank. Tnx triumph.
Hey, I'm new to your channel. A retired therapist who got back into riding at 60. I like your content, it encouraged me to ride again. I bought a Z400 brand new to get back into the feel, then moved to a Triumph Tiger 955i 7000 miles and 4 months later. I couldn't be happier. Keep up the great content!
I've had mine for just over a year now with 8 thousand on it and I love it more every time I ride it 😊
I’ve had mine for about a month and I love mine. I ride it to work almost everyday and it handles the SoCal roads really well. It’s also my first brand new bike and I’ve only been riding for 6 months.
¿did u consider the triumph 850 tiger before the purchase
Hey How iS The Rear Spring & Ride?, i'm 60 Need Comfort Ride, Lol... it FeLt Rigid@ Bike Shop.
You are so right about cruise control. It's criminal all the "ride by wire" bikes that don't even have an option for cruise.
If this bike had cruise on it. I would probably get rid of my concours 14 for it tomorrow.
Can you not get cruise for this bike?
Finally!!!
I love this bike so much!
I'm a taller dude and this bike fits me perfectly and is so comfortable. Plus for a sporttouring bike this machine is gorgeous and it sounds pretty nice!
Right now, this would be my bike of choice for a first motorcycle!
I bought a 2022 Triumph 660 and have had 3 warranty items related to the engine. Currently waiting for a new engine under the warranty. I love the bike, the options, the character - but I have had nothing but bad luck with the maintenance and longevity of it.
I've owned two Triumphs and know a guy with five. They have "character", but they're not a Honda in reliability.
What were the issues if you don't mind telling?
@@michaelmcdonald1620 there was a recall for the a MAP issue, a tiny tube would become plugged, and some other people have had issues if they weren't broken in correctly.
The RPM limiter changes about every 100 miles from new and it changes the dynamics at every one of them, and then after the first service the full thing is unleashed....a lot of people pushed them too hard before the first service and it caused some people some issues
I've got the heated grips, quickshifter and full luggage rack on mine. Absolutely love the bike, and I'm travelling to Arctic Circle Raceway this weekend to test her out.
For the price and what you get, this is the best IMHO.
Is it good entry bike for travelling around the country and europe? Hows the luggage?
@@Thz333 It's a great bike for travelling the roads. Just avoid the fastest motorways. Not a bike for going 130 km/h for hours and hours without cruise controll.
Luggage is great. Topbox can fit two helmets, so plenty of space. Panniers have alot of room too.
But if you consider packing alot of stuff, and travel alot, I'd suggest looking at the Tiger 900 for that.
@@ptilrem what rpm does it run at 130?
@@Thz333 Around 6.500 ropm. It's geared for a top speed of 205 km/h,
@@ptilrem why is 6500 too much for 130km/h?
I haven't ridden the Sport 660 yet but it is more comfortable to sit on than the Trident, and the wind protection would likely make it way more livable for higher speeds. It's objectively better in most ways. I'm still getting a Trident though - in orange. It's just so pretty.
Comfortable yes. Windscreen, unless you are 5’9” and below the buffeting and dirty air from what the windscreen couldn’t cover is a headache. So better to put it all thw way down and get clean air.
Yer new buddy gixxa sure is rubbin off on ya man. The pow pow wheelies, the laughter. Loving it.
As a new rider I really appreciated the softer throttle response of the 660 platform. Striple RS is definitely more out and out fun, but would have made an absolutely terrible first bike
Hi tehere, I am a 45+ happy MT-07 owner with almost 20 years experience. I got a my2018 MT-07 years ago because I had back pain issues and gave up on weekend trips, just to use it as a daily commuter with more exitement than a scooter. Now my condition (herniated disc L5-S1 for those who are interested) is getting better, also because I've put some serious effort on loosing weight. Now I can go for the occasional sunday ride with the MT but if I ride for more than a couple of hours I feel that it somehow makes my lower back more sensible. I don't think is a position issue, more like the harshness of the MT rear suspension. It does not bother me on the 20 minutes daily commute, but it comulates on the long run.
Long story short: I am looking for a 17" wheeled, 200ish kg or less bike that is not an elephant in the city and can take 300 / 400km trips on twisty roads. I've checked the datasheets and the Tracer 7 and Tiger sport are currently the best options under my search light.
I expect the Tracer to be more gentle than the MT due to diffferent, longer swingarm and consequently longer travel. The Tiger seems to have an even (slightly) longer suspension travel than the Tracer. Can anybody that has owned (or tested properly) those bikes give some feedback about that? Thanks 😀
Here are the travels, fetched from owner manuals or manufacturer websites:
MT-07: 130/130mm
Tracer 7: 130/142mm
Tiger sport: 150/150mm
Hi! I've ridden the MT07, and have a Tracer 700. The tracer is softer, not as aggressive and have a more relaxed riding position.
Can you rent or borrow one for a spin?
Don't know much about the Tiger 660, I'll testride or rent one in the coming weeks. I love the triple + quickshifter. Lightweight, 17' wheels are must for me. Unfortunately none have cruise control.
I own a tiger 660, weigh about 300lbs, live somewhere only accesible by awfully bumpy roads and have a sensitive lower back from a lot of heavy training + physical labour and I have to say I experience zero discomfort even after 100 miles in the seat at a time, can only recommend this bike
I bought one of these about 2 months ago as my first bike. I LOVE THIS BIKE!
Me too!!! Had mine 5 months now
That's pretty neat for a first bike.
You must be tall to buy this as your first bike. It’s not light either.
I own a sport 660 and I can’t get enough of the bike even after a year. Buttttt I would really enjoy seeing that tiger sport 660 track day out of you, this is such a fun bike to zip around on
So, bought the Trident 660 based on your review. Spot on. Looked at this review a few days ago, the Tiger Sport 660 now on order, should be riding it away in 10 days or so. Got the orange one
I purchased a Trident 660 as my beginner bike and its great. Both this and the 660 look and sound great for the mature newbie
As a fellow mature newbie, I'm considering the Tiger 600 as my first big bike. The solf throttle apeals to me compared to the over-sensitive one on the CB650R I learned to ride on. How do you find it regarding the throttle?
@@Otto-AutoPilotAt least on Trident for a newbie seems fine. Compared to my daily is a CBR600f3 and I find it super fun and easy.
Glad you finally got a seat on one! I've heard great things from other channels. Chase liked it more than the Trident 660
Really looking forward to watching this in full, thanks
I asked for you to do this review and here it is! Thank you Yammie! P. S. I also got the 1200 RR in cristal white, and really enjoy rewatching your reviews on that one
I bought one earlier this year and agree with the throttle response. I'm new to Triumph so I thought it was just a triple thing. I really love this bike though, possibly my favorite I've ever owned, just really fun and well rounded for different rides.
I have one. Love it. The side cases great. Fit full sized helmet.
Bike is super comfortable. I did a trip to the pigs trail. Was a 4 hour ride down and then I rode around for 5-6 hours. Did the same the next day then rode back ~1200 miles in 2 days and my butt was only sore after ~6 hours on the bike.
I just pickef up a tiger sport and absolutely love it . Its surprisingly fast in the canyons
Glad to see you finally review this
I adore this bike!! It's what I'm gunning for as the next step up.
Neat to see you riding through my neck of the woods. I live right off of Dittmar behind that rec center/park in the earlier part of your vid.
I wanted to go to the gathering you had but I was between bikes for a couple weeks so I didn't have anything to ride there and didn't want to show up in my truck.
Bought this bike based on this review, I’m the old guy coming back to riding after 30 yrs. 😂
Just got back from a 3500km road trip with my Tiger 660 absolutely loved it didn’t feel underpowered whatsoever downside and really a crime is no cruise control. I tried a throttle lock but didn’t work very well.
One of your very best here, Mr. Noobie. i learned so much. Thank you. I know what you mean about the throttle response, but maybe a good thing for moi. Yeah, go with the throttle cable and forget about cruise control.
Hi guys
At 52 I finally got my license but bought a Yamaha in 2021. Been sat in a wheelchair some years because of MS.
The first bike I bought was the 2022 Tracer 9GT. An ok but boring bike. At school I drove the MT07 and I’m sorry, the engine is so sluggish. Directly after securing my licence (yes the same day) I traded in my Tracer for a 2023 Triumph Speed Twin 1200. Lovely looking bike, oodles of grunt and that sound… just lovely. AND my wife loves it is comfy for the pillion rider as well.
However… The Speed Twin isn’t a bike for long stretches so we need a second bike. My dealer has just taken delivery of the first 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 with more tech and higher hp and torque over the 2023 model.
I Had wishes that the 660 would work for the two of us with bags and all but sadly the engine is insufficient for the weight. Otherwise a Really nice bike for a single rider.
What else is on my maybe-list? The Moto Guzzi V100 of course. It is Awesome! It hasn’t got the liveliness of the Tracer 9 or the Tiger 900, but Boy does it have character and a lovely sounding V engine. And the pillion is much lower. That made my wife happy and she is rooting for my to go Anglo and Italian.
Thanks for the upload!
I daily a sprint 955i and out of every style of bike and all the different engine types i have tried triumphs sport touring type liter bikes are my favorite
I was able to test ride this during a demo day at my local dealership. Once I got it into road mode, I instantly fell in love! Was able to keep up with the faster bikes like BMW GS 1200 and Indian Scouts. Hope to get it very soon.
Righto! I have one that's one year old now, and it's a great ride!
They are $9,500 new before taxes and fees, but you can find them for $8,000 out the door used with a little over 1k miles. Absolutely steal of a motorcycle! If you haven't rode one, I highly recommend it!
Exactly how I got mine... $8146 out the door with 1347 miles on it. And I save another $400 or so because the first service was already done at 600 miles. Great bike!
@roblivingston1167 Yep! I really only buy used bikes now, I got my T100 used with 97 miles out the door for $7998. They had it for over a year so I talked them down a good bit. My Tiger 660 I found with just over 2k miles for around the same price out the door, had the full triumph panniers and top case as well. Used is the only way to go. Especially considering my Yamaha R3 many years ago was $7,200 out the door new.
Great video. I've done a lot of research and watched a lot of videos. And this was by far the most accurate.
Thank you for helping me make my decision even easier
19:28 In my opinion that monotony is what makes MC trips so special. It makes you realize just how vast the country truly is because you're so exposed and fatigued by it. When you do it in s car it's kinda like flying, where you feel a bit like you teleported to the destination, and you don't get that sense of vastness. Definitely more comfortable, but it's not the deep, borderline-spiritual experience of riding a motorcycle.
It would be interesting to compare it with the 2023 Trident to see if Triumph has given it the same refinement and character that this one has. Personally I like the Trident better, it’s more aesthetically pleasing with its retro vibe, but listening to papa Yam talk about how neutered the Trident was back when he rode it the first time makes me wonder if Triumph decided that the Trident should be a step “below” the Tiger 660 in terms of performance. I could be getting into a Trident 660 soon but this one makes me think twice about it. Great video!
It is literally the exact same engine/transmission/final drive in both bikes
It's not that it's worse than the tiger it's that the engine fits better in this sport touring package according to yammie at least
I have a 23 trident. I think the only reason he says that is cause he's comparing the trident to an mt07 (which has a really peppy throttle. And basically worse eveything else imo) and comparing the tiger to a versys which is alot lazier feeling. But really they handle about the same. Also the throttle lag is only really noticeable in neutral and with the clutch in. In gear it feels good, and with a quick shifter it feels even better. People say the dnk tune fixes all that anyway, which I will be doing right after the warranty is up
@@pocketlint82 I owned a 2019 MT07. Sold it a couple of months ago, not a very good decision but adulting situations got in the way, now I want to get back to riding and want something in the same vibe as the MT but a bit more upscale and better looking. MT07 is the benchmark here IMO but I’m going to leave it outside the conversation for obvious reasons. Before buying my MT07 I tested a Trident 660 when it just came out in 2021, very refined and handsome bike, but the Yamaha was cheaper so I pulled the trigger, that was the only reason. Both bikes are amazing but each one offers a little bit different experiences on their own. I like more the classic looks though. I’ll be hitting my closest Triumph dealership tomorrow to see what’s the deal with this Tiger Sport 660 and then make a decision. Thanks for your comment!
it is the exact same platform. if you listen to yam when he rode the trident, he loved it. im sure in 6 months he will be saying how this bike is so boring too haha
Any manufacturer that makes a touring bike of any kind and doesn't put cruise on it just misses the mark.
455 lbs, 52 mpg, $12,737.40 with my choice of accessories, which included luggage, heated grips, hand guards, bluetooth connectivity pack, frame protectors, TPMS and Kerosi Red paint.
I get more like 46 mpg but I ride fairly spirited.
@@aToxicPotato338 I didn't purchase the bike. I should have stated that I just used the website configurator.
Way to go Triumph! Looking forward to the new 400s too.
A rally version of this would be cool.
Would it though?
Tuareg?
The engine isn't designed for anything off pavement. The Tiger 850 would be better for that.
As it happens Dnk tuneworks makes a tune for the 660 that people say totally fixes the throttle lag and wakes it up
one problem i had with it is that my hands were numb after riding it for ~30 minutes due to vibration through the bars
I installed Grip Puppies over the original grips which solved this. Just search for some videos how to install these the easy way in case you’d decide to get these.
Reminds me of my son's Yamaha FZ6 (fantastic bike, detuned R6 engine). Would love to pick up a Tiger 660 for a second bike to my FJR1300!
The 660 motor sounds amazing also
I'm doing the thing. Either I get to the red in pole position and do the thing in fourish seconds, or I do the dad thing and anticipate the light and roll it without putting a foot down. Both give me joy. Mt03 gang
Right at the start of the video you mention that you prefer Yamaha's MT-07 over the Trident 660. Keeping this in mind, how do you feel the Tiger Sport 660 compares to it's Yamaha counterpart, the Tracer 7? Since both bikes respectively use the same engine as their naked counterparts I'm surprised to only hear you compare this bike to maybe a Versys 650 or a V-strom 800, which feels like you're deliberately avoiding the comparison. Could be me.
Could be me as well. Reliability and warranty compared to Japanese bikes 🏍 🙄 💥. 😆 🤣.. luls
We don't have the Tracer 7 in the states yet. Hopefully soon though, would love to see it
Comfortable for YOU, Mr. Noobie. I just sat on one, and the seat height is too high for me at 5'7"/5'-8" I'm going for the Daytona 660
You did not mention it, but this has a different firing order than the new Tigers. It's the old smooth triple, not the new lumpy triples.
Huh?????
As a beginner and tall at 6'4", I have had difficulty finding bikes that fit me comfortably for a couple hours. This bike may be the one to get, as many beginner bikes are too cramped for my taste.
Same position and height as me - endless research has brought me here.
Having tried the Tiger 660 Sport myself i have to say i’m baffled at you saying you want to fix the throttle. I think it should remain the way it is. Throttle on an Indian in sport mode for reference is too snappy and outright dangerous. Even the new CBR1000RR-R Fireblade has better throttle control. Point is it’s a relaxed, yet sporty bike. And a relaxed throttle control is precisely why this is good as an entry level bike that you never need to upgrade away from. Right now i ride a VL1500 Intruder, and that’s 1 of 40 bikes i’ve ridden so far. And the Tiger 660 Sport is by far the best engine i’ve ever felt on a bike. The engine is perfect, originally i tried the Daytona, but realizing it was the same engine was enough to convince me. I love the 660 Sport, but one thing i will agree upon is the fact that it needs cruise control.
Own 1 for almost a year and having a lot of fun .... great bike.... wished it had cruise control and better wind screen .... but other than that its great
Qs is a must
Wish Triumph make a tiger sport with the 765cc engine so ill upgrade to that 😀
Those are my only complaints about the bike as well. Not in love with the rear brake feel either but I plan on trying different pads soon.
I have 1000+ miles on my TS660 now and its a nice bike. I am a heavier rider at 240lbs but it is still peppy. Twisting the throttle at low speeds can easily lift the front wheel haha. 90+mph it slows down a bit, but i dont mind since its my work commuter.
I have a perfectly good Versys 650, but yet I feel the need to get a Tiger. That triple just looks way more fun.
If one is HONEST, the Overall features and quality and looks and handling of the Tiger IS better than the Versy. I was also 'really' really wanting to get the 23 Suzy Vstrom. Glad I did not! Im Much much happier with the 22 Tiger in red! Triumph did a really good Job. Nice and Tidy bike and the finish quality is great for the price!
HI , i think we all need a video about FUEL mixture, rich, lean. How to fix it. We know that from manufacturer all this goes kinda lean, how to fix it? should you do that? WE NEED ANSWER!!!
Go to a trusted mechanic and have it remapped.
Bought this bike last fall and have ~2k miles on it. Cruise control was definitely a miss. The throttle is really only noticeable at idle but clicking throught the gears it doesnt feel lazy to me. The windscreen does need a redesign tho. The high position definitely buffets the helmet (im about yams size). Also has trouble turning over the first time during cold starts. On the 2nd attempt it starts right up. Overall tho the bike is super enjoyable to ride and ill be keeping it for a while
Do you think a 3cyl 660 Triumph is the replacement for the older 600cc motorcycles??
At last someone riding at a good pace when testing a this bike 👍
To your long distance riding question...
I don't trailer or ride interstate. I ride curvy back roads to my destination. The more curvy the better.
I agree. The perfect daily bike! I picked mine up used with 1700 miles and it has a cheap emgo top case. Can grab some quick groceries from the store or do some light sport touring. What a great bargain of a bike from Triumph! Too bad Yamaha hasn't stepped their game up with bikes like these recently. Yamaha used to offer bargain rippers like the OG Fz1 and Fz6 but they gave up on us UJM diehards and now Triumph is tearing them a new one in this segment. Yamaha step your game up!
Hi. A quick question. How is Triumph Tiger Sport 660 compared to KTM 790 Adventure? Which one would be better since here in Norway, they are sold (almost) at the same price point :)
They are very different. Triumph is really a sport tourer like versys 650. Ktm is great off-road with 21 inch front tire.
Køre du kun på asfalt så gå efter Tigeren, køre du en del offroad/grus veje så vælg KTM´en.
@@Uriel-Septim. Hei. Takk for svar. Jeg skal kjøre mest på asfalt tror jeg og motorvei. Så er det Triumph kanskje bedre alternativ :) Jeg har allerde en KTM Duke 390 men ønsker å 'oppgradere' til tung MC og derfor var litt usikkert hvis jeg skal fortsette med KTM eller skal velge en fra Triumph :)
@@NakulSaxena Jeg køre på en Suzuki 650 bandit fra 2008 og ønsker en ny/nyere model, så jeg overvejer en tiger 660 som en direkte udskiftning, tror den er super god til hverdags kørsel og lidt touring i weekenden, men jeg bor også i København og har meget få grus veje her, det vil være by/landevej og lidt motorvej den kommer til at køre 99% af tiden, så har indskrænket det til Tiger 660, suzuki versys 650 eller MT 07 men tror den 3 cylender motor vil være sjovest og kan også bedst lide designet.
i think it just needs a taller & wider windscreen to be perfect 👌
Im 5'4 so not tall by any means. Im looking at getting an adventure bike would I be too short for this one just looking for some advice. Love the channel keep up the great content.
Love from Australia 🇦🇺
Hope it gets the engine updates the Daytona 660 got (an extra 15hp and a higher redline)
Brentune makes an ECU Flash! 🏍️💨
love how gixxer brahs manic laugh is rubbing off on u lolll
I wonder if it could benefit from Ducati spacers on the throttle. Big difference on my speed twin.
Thanks a lot for the review. Anybody noticed that the clutch cable is right in front of the TFT screen? A I am wrong? If it’s like that it disturbs me.
Absolutely correct title 👍🏻.
Im so thoroughly satisfied with my Trident it not even funny! The trident sadly doesnt hold up as well when it comes to long distance riding, so the tiger is starting to look more and more attractive honestly. I am super curious as to how it handles a mild to medium terrain trail though.
I have done 0 off road riding in my life but the few times I have been on gravel on my ts660 didn't inspire much confidence. At least on the MR5's it comes with.
@@aToxicPotato338 Preciate the input there. So what your saying is, there might be some margin for improvement with 50/50 tires, but the 660 Tiger is simply biased more for the road. Its really the 800 you want for the off road stuff.
@@AllboroLCD yeah that's a fair assessment. It also doesn't have much ground clearance with the underslung exhaust. But my God is it fun on the road.
I only wish they had a few larger displacement versions that looked like this one
They make the tiger 900 GT which is basically the same tbh
Yup. Like the discontinued Tiger Sport 1050, I really wish Triumph would make a new TS1160, with the Speed Triple's engine.
@@yammienoob yeah but the styling isn’t the same. The Bigger tigers are kinda ugly IMO
Tiger 850 sport
@@TronciM the word was “looked” like this bike. I do not like the style of the larger tigers at all
Im really debating between this Tiger 660, Trident 660 and the CB650-R. The Tiger makes most sense with wind protection I need and for luggage bags but Trident looks so much cooler and CB650-R is just awesome too and unique especially with the nice convenient new E clutch which would be very nice in city and traffic riding. But the Trident and CB650-R dont really have any options ive found for good wind protection. If I could have my perfect bike, it would be the 2024 CB650-R with a nice adjustable windshield like the Tiger with clean luggage bags. The Tiger Sport is everything I want except not my favorite looking. Tough decision although it's not ugly just obviously not as slick as a naked.
The throttle is REALLY easy to fix with an Android device, a bluetooth OBD connector and the TuneECU app. I can remap that throttle for more snap in 3 minutes from my phone.
Can also void your warranty in under three minutes.. 🤣
Any vibrations ?
Sorta brings to mind the Bandit 650
Here in Europe, the Tracer 7 is the king of this category. Unfortunately, it's not available in the US market which i find kinda strange.
tracer 9 outsells these massively.
God I wish this bike was available in the states. My #1 pick but it is unobtainium
bike seems pretty cool! What are your thoughts on the 2023 Honda CB650R ? Good idea as my first bike?
very good choice but im still going with the SV650 for sitting possession
So I watched this video because I was seriously contemplating one of these but couldn’t decide. After I watched the vid I thought hell I’ll call the local dealer. Well I’ll be damned if there didn’t have a BRAND NEW 2022 FOR 7K. Needless to say I’ll be driving it home tomorrow 😂🤙🤘
I was between this and Versys 650 last year, the price on the triumph didn’t work for me but man did I want one😂
You need to get hold of a Yamaha Tracer 7. I rode the Tiger Sport and Tracer 7 and preferred the Tracer. Both are awesome though
Tracer 7 hasn’t made its way to the states yet. I don’t know if it ever will but we did get the tracer 9.
I'd love to see the xr150l.
Dealer tried to sell me this instead of Trident, because they were out of stock, I went on neighbor country dealer to get my Trident next day I got my license.
Yo yammie you set the bike to "TRIP 1" setting, normally that wont give you what you wanted from the throttle. Set it to "TRIP 2" you ask for it, you'll get it. For the record Trip 2 make the engine more aggressive.
It seems I’ve finally found the bike I’m looking for. I’m a tall gentleman (6’5) getting back into motorcycling. Originally had a ninja 650 as my first bike. Want something similar but taller. Versys 650 is just meh - doesn’t excite me. This seems to fit what I’m looking for with that triple!
I'd love to see you test ride the Suzuki GSX-8S and Honda Hornet 750.
Thats the bike im wanting for my first bike. I dont want it to be too fucking agressive when i give gas. I also want that luggage and travel.
Can you do a mt-125 vs R125 comparison? Can't decide which to buy.
those bikes dont even exist on the us market
neither of those are available in the States so i doubt he will be able to.
@@hawueno_6517 oh i didn't know. They do exist in the european market tho bc I live in Finland.
I would not bother with a R125, the MT125 is already expensive enough. Better yet get your A2 license and buy something else. FWI the Ninja 400 is now Euro5 so we can buy it again in Europe.
I've ridden a 125cc for almost 3 years, unless you're mostly riding in the city it's pretty darn awful.
@@therealfakecaptain7978 In Finland when I turn 16, I can get a 125cc and at 18 my dad pays 50% for a MT-03 or R3. So I get 2 years of practise with 125cc🤷♂️
Can you get a windshield like that for the Trident 660? I really need wind protection in Northeast. Im about to trade my Harley in and am debating between Trident 660 and CB650-R but this Tiger setup honestly makes more sense for me but if zi can get a windshield like this, im good going with Trident 660.
New rider here! Planning on getting a bike next week, but I can't get into an MSF course for another month and a half. What would be the best way to learn riding or should I try to wait?
You say the Michelin Pilot Road 6 is your favorite road tire. how do they compare to the Pirelli Rosso lV tires that I have on my Ducati 939 Supersport. please explain the difference if you can. Triumph had a test ride day so I tested around five bikes. I test road the Trident and it felt a little underwhelming for me. but I did try the Street Triple RS first. so it was hard to live up to that. and then I tried the 900 Tiger with the triple engine, and I was underwhelmed by that also. I expected more from it. it didn't seem to have any of the insane power of the Yamaha XSR 900 triple. now I wish I would've tried the tiger 660 instead of the Trident. please answer my tire question.
So the mt09 tracer hasn’t existed all this time ? Riding both, the mt has very nice power lower in the Rev range, more suited to this style of bike ? I like the bigger powered triumph triples, but the 660 was just ok.
Test rode one. Wind turbulence is horrid. A used Tracer 9 with a bit more power would be better value for the money, not that the turbulence is likely to be much better.
Have you noticed there is a 19cm step between driver and passenger seat?
Love mine. Love it.
Don't you guys get the yamaha tracer 7 in the USA? I wander why you never mentioned it...
Can you comment on the SV650 related to this one? Big fan! Keep it fun mr.YN