2024 Triumph Daytona 660 Review

The 2024 Triumph Daytona 660 is a new middleweight sportbike powered by a liquid-cooled 660cc inline-Triple that makes a claimed 94 hp at 11,250 rpm, with redline at 12,650 rpm, and 51 lb-ft of torque at 8,250 rpm, with more than 80% of the torque available from 3,125 rpm. Its MSRP is $9,195.
To test the Daytona 660, we rode the bike on a variety of roads in Alicante, Spain, and we found it to be a versatile, exciting motorcycle that is affordable enough for entry-level riders but capable enough for those with more experience and buying power.
Read our full review here: ridermagazine.com/2024/04/16/...
2024 Triumph Daytona 660 Specifications
Base Price: $9,195
Website: www.triumphmotorcycles.com/
Warranty: 2 yrs., unltd. miles
Engine Type: Liquid-cooled, transverse inline-Triple, DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl.
Displacement: 660cc
Bore x Stroke: 74.0 x 51.1mm
Horsepower: 94 hp @ 11,250 rpm (factory claim)
Torque: 51 lb-ft @ 8,250 rpm (factory claim)
Transmission: 6-speed, cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch
Final Drive: Chain
Wheelbase: 56.1 in.
Rake/Trail: 23.8 degrees/3.2 in.
Seat Height: 31.9 in.
Wet Weight: 443 lb (factory claim, 90% fuel)
Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal.
Fuel Consumption: 57.6 mph (factory claim)
Gear Up:
Helmet: Arai Corsair-X (imp.i104546.net/2rn2AQ)
Jacket: Alpinestars T-GP Plus R V3 Air (imp.i104546.net/9WbG23)
Airbag Vest: Alpinestars Tech-Air 5 (imp.i104546.net/QyryW6)
Gloves: Alpinestars SP-8 v3 Air (imp.i104546.net/AWVWGa)
Pants: Alpinestars Argon Tech (imp.i104546.net/Qy1yYM)
Boots: Fly Racing M21 (www.flyracing.com/)

[@Mr.MotoMatt]

Would this be a good first bike? Because I was planning on getting a r7 but this is way more appealing especially the price

[@sleeper.simulant7327]

Per every review, they seem to state this bike has quite a bit more power. The acceleration times also would agree with that, 0-200 kmh (0-125ish mph) over 6 seconds faster than the R7… that’s a pretty big difference. Its closer to an MT09 in a straight line then it is in an R7… it’s still slower accelerating then a MT09 though, don’t get me wrong there, just not by that much…

[@justin2956]

Is it possible for a new rider to handle it? Yes. Does it also have enough power to get you into situations you're not ready for? Also yes. I think just about any new rider is better off buying something like a used ninja 400 or something similar and riding that for a year or two before moving to something with nearly 100hp.

[@GripEngineering]

Seating position alone, this over the R7 for street work. New rider friendly? Would not recommend it. Much rather steer you towards CBR500R or Ninja 650. I am 5'11" and prefer those bikes to Ninja 400/500 based on physical size. The Ninja 650 with the Kawasaki Ergo-fit seat raises the seat 30mm and makes for a more sporting rider triangle. If you are a smaller lighter rider, the new CBR500R with Showa SFF-BP fork is a great bike. A bit softly sprung for my 210 lbs, but it has a better rear suspension design than the Ninja or the Daytona. I ride all 3, but the Ninja is the most versatile and the power is good/fun without being overwhelming for a new rider.

[@sleeper.simulant7327]

@@GripEngineering at 6’ I had no issues with the Ninja 400, absolutely loved it actually. Its way better than the 650 in the twisties, the engine is more of a little revver so wringing it out was fun…

[@GripEngineering]

​@@sleeper.simulant7327
Understood. It comes down to use case mainly, versatility. Ninja 400 is certainly fun, but if I'm commuting on a big road with trucks, the 650 is a huge advantage with extra torque, wheelbase, and presence (45 lbs of it).

[@jorgealbertom.m.9043]

Preciosa..👍👍👍