Triumph Tiger Sport 660 is the perfect daily motorcycle

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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:24 Specs
2:37 Sound
3:31 First Impressions
4:44 Wheelie Time
5:04 Character
5:15 Tires
6:17 Comparison to Trident 660
7:15 Pricing
8:59 Ergonomics/Riding Position
10:31 Throttle Response
11:35 Ride Modes
12:31 Slow Speed Maneuverability
13:26 Twisties
15:21 Breaking Check
15:31 0-60 Test
16:12 Highway Riding
16:36 Wind Protection
18:07 Mirrors
21:00 Final Thoughts

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@yammienoob Жыл бұрын

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@juliemcgillivray3394 Жыл бұрын

Since you have ridden both the 660 and Tiger Sport 850, how would you compare the two? Small tourer v. entry ADV? Rideability?

@bryanschwabenland6657 Жыл бұрын

@@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 ✌️.

@thumperjdm Жыл бұрын

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!

@papatorr3669 Жыл бұрын

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.

@thumperjdm Жыл бұрын

@@papatorr3669 I had a red '07 919...I still miss that bike. Very flickable canyon-carver.

@bryanschwabenland6657 Жыл бұрын

Did Ya AlLs...See: That New Dodge/Fiat Hornet Car Trip all Dash Warning Lights@ T.F.L Test.

@joecamel6835 10 ай бұрын

10K +...cheap

@jollibee000 9 ай бұрын

Reminds me of my CB400 Super 4 in terms of character. 50/50 kind x hooligan

@peterwilson8039 Жыл бұрын

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.

@annfranksus1531 Жыл бұрын

I have the bandit 1200, I wish it came with luggage as it's been almost impossible to find

@slowsteve3497 Жыл бұрын

Not to mention you can easily lock up Helmet and jacket.

@milesgreen4801 Жыл бұрын

GSX650F here. Pretty much the Bandit 650 playing dress up as a Gixxer lol

@bryanschwabenland6657 Жыл бұрын

@@milesgreen4801 Sounds Like a Drag Bike. How Do U`~FeeL about Ice Cube? Recent TaLks. Peace✌️.

@Thz333 Ай бұрын

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.

@IanBigol Жыл бұрын

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.

@mauroignelzi329 Жыл бұрын

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 😊

@fyerfyter339 Жыл бұрын

Always a fan of Triumph. 1969 Tiger 650 (candy red) was sole means of transportation for 4 years. I miss it so much. This one worth checking out. I’ll do that asap.

@spacecadethiking9283 Жыл бұрын

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.

@royal-enfield1 Жыл бұрын

¿did u consider the triumph 850 tiger before the purchase

@bryanschwabenland6657 Жыл бұрын

Hey How iS The Rear Spring & Ride?, i'm 60 Need Comfort Ride, Lol... it FeLt Rigid@ Bike Shop.

@MrRGM10 Жыл бұрын

A great simple bike for the oldies without breaking the bank. Tnx triumph.

@tominglis9690 Жыл бұрын

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.

@CactusJack252 Жыл бұрын

If this bike had cruise on it. I would probably get rid of my concours 14 for it tomorrow.

@BikingAdventuresandRoutesNI Жыл бұрын

Really looking forward to watching this in full, thanks

@Alex_mkII Жыл бұрын

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

@christophervincent77 Жыл бұрын

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.

@jollibee000 9 ай бұрын

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.

@Alex-Rocks Жыл бұрын

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!

@micahnewby3482 Жыл бұрын

I adore this bike!! It's what I'm gunning for as the next step up.

@xXSillyBilly79Xx Жыл бұрын

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.

@papatorr3669 Жыл бұрын

I've owned two Triumphs and know a guy with five. They have "character", but they're not a Honda in reliability.

@michaelmcdonald1620 Жыл бұрын

What were the issues if you don't mind telling?

@LeeCaterson Ай бұрын

@@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

@jairusswint6703 Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you finally review this

@Caballerourbano Жыл бұрын

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

@Megatron3000k 11 ай бұрын

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

@1683clifton Жыл бұрын

Yer new buddy gixxa sure is rubbin off on ya man. The pow pow wheelies, the laughter. Loving it.

@ptilrem Жыл бұрын

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 Ай бұрын

Is it good entry bike for travelling around the country and europe? Hows the luggage?

@ptilrem Ай бұрын

@@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.

@Thz333 Ай бұрын

@@ptilrem what rpm does it run at 130?

@ptilrem Ай бұрын

@@Thz333 Around 6.500 ropm. It's geared for a top speed of 205 km/h,

@Thz333 Ай бұрын

@@ptilrem why is 6500 too much for 130km/h?

@slowsteve3497 Жыл бұрын

I have one. Love it. The side cases great. Fit full sized helmet.

@chrisl3062 Жыл бұрын

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.

@YTisDumb Жыл бұрын

Way to go Triumph! Looking forward to the new 400s too.

@Autodidaktos271 Жыл бұрын

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.

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

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.

@christianburger25 Жыл бұрын

Glad you finally got a seat on one! I've heard great things from other channels. Chase liked it more than the Trident 660

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

I bought one of these about 2 months ago as my first bike. I LOVE THIS BIKE!

@ridernotrunner Жыл бұрын

Me too!!! Had mine 5 months now

@therealfakecaptain7978 Жыл бұрын

That's pretty neat for a first bike.

@jollibee000 9 ай бұрын

You must be tall to buy this as your first bike. It’s not light either.

@bradfuller1667 Жыл бұрын

I just pickef up a tiger sport and absolutely love it . Its surprisingly fast in the canyons

@R-Tap Жыл бұрын

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

@Otto-AutoPilot 10 ай бұрын

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?

@sergiu239 9 ай бұрын

@@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.

@captainobvious5349 Ай бұрын

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

@Nancoman Жыл бұрын

Righto! I have one that's one year old now, and it's a great ride!

@aryencas 3 ай бұрын

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.

@codylucas4634 Жыл бұрын

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

@tylerwilliams1882 7 күн бұрын

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!

@richdrums8546 11 ай бұрын

Love mine. Love it.

@mattsloop2736 Жыл бұрын

Any manufacturer that makes a touring bike of any kind and doesn't put cruise on it just misses the mark.

@DowntownMalone Жыл бұрын

This bike is beautiful!

@mattp.7318 Жыл бұрын

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!

@scottsharp3917 Жыл бұрын

one problem i had with it is that my hands were numb after riding it for ~30 minutes due to vibration through the bars

@svenneirynck7039 Жыл бұрын

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.

@Spy_Pigeon Жыл бұрын

The 660 motor sounds amazing also

@cruze86 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely correct title 👍🏻.

@elkatrin8247 Жыл бұрын

I like it ..great info 🎉

@daveyboy0774 10 ай бұрын

At last someone riding at a good pace when testing a this bike 👍

@embertouch4037 11 ай бұрын

bike seems pretty cool! What are your thoughts on the 2023 Honda CB650R ? Good idea as my first bike?

@guillermoyelamo5816 Жыл бұрын

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!

@A_Dirrty_Bird Жыл бұрын

It is literally the exact same engine/transmission/final drive in both bikes

@A--lex Жыл бұрын

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

@pocketlint82 Жыл бұрын

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

@guillermoyelamo5816 Жыл бұрын

@@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!

@paradiddlesixix7530 9 ай бұрын

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

@stephenpublicover8818 Жыл бұрын

Do you think a 3cyl 660 Triumph is the replacement for the older 600cc motorcycles??

@1683clifton Жыл бұрын

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

@7MPhonemicEnglish Жыл бұрын

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.

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

I get more like 46 mpg but I ride fairly spirited.

@7MPhonemicEnglish Жыл бұрын

@@aToxicPotato338 I didn't purchase the bike. I should have stated that I just used the website configurator.

@michaelmcdonald1620 Жыл бұрын

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

@nicesocksbro Жыл бұрын

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?

@321bigbang 2 ай бұрын

Any vibrations ?

@Tommy-B. Жыл бұрын

I wonder if it could benefit from Ducati spacers on the throttle. Big difference on my speed twin.

@Kee_Diddy 2 ай бұрын

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.

@pocketlint82 Жыл бұрын

As it happens Dnk tuneworks makes a tune for the 660 that people say totally fixes the throttle lag and wakes it up

@roymeytahl9767 Жыл бұрын

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 😀

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

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.

@stevenson720 Жыл бұрын

Whats anyones thoughts on the tiger 900 compared to the 660. Im thinking of a bike upgrade from my honda 750

@midlifecruiser Жыл бұрын

A rally version of this would be cool.

@A_Dirrty_Bird Жыл бұрын

Would it though?

@FaetalEU Жыл бұрын

Tuareg?

@judge831 9 ай бұрын

The engine isn't designed for anything off pavement. The Tiger 850 would be better for that.

@Albert-my3yt 9 ай бұрын

I just sat on one of these, it feels like i can put some real time in the seat as far as being comfortable. Im wondering how it would be on the interstate for a long period of time, like mabe 2 or 3 hour intervals. Anybody that knows, please get back to me.

@johanoosthiuzen3821 Жыл бұрын

Uncle Yam with the wheelies Now..!!

@kdawg198 Жыл бұрын

love how gixxer brahs manic laugh is rubbing off on u lolll

@srgrohn 11 ай бұрын

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.

@Otto-AutoPilot 10 ай бұрын

Same position and height as me - endless research has brought me here.

@mickleblade Жыл бұрын

Have you noticed there is a 19cm step between driver and passenger seat?

@royal-enfield1 Жыл бұрын

i think it just needs a taller & wider windscreen to be perfect 👌

@sintreya1579 Жыл бұрын

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!!!

@jollibee000 9 ай бұрын

Go to a trusted mechanic and have it remapped.

@photographerjonathan Жыл бұрын

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.

@D1XA Жыл бұрын

Don't you guys get the yamaha tracer 7 in the USA? I wander why you never mentioned it...

@hankenstein12 Жыл бұрын

Is there a situation where you think this could be a first bike for someone? I’ve been looking at the Kawasaki verseys but would you recommend this over that for a beginner bike?

@Mikaeel84 Жыл бұрын

I almost got this as my first bike and ended up getting a Kawasaki Z400 instead. I'm definitely glad I got something with less power and weight. Many people told me driving a "slow" bike fast is more fun than driving a faster bike slow and that is definitely the case. In town I can rip through all 6 gears. With this bike you will want to open it up but if you do being a new rider you're going to get in trouble doing so. You're also going to drop your first bike and dropping this would be an absolute shame. Not having to focus on throttle control so much and being able to focus on the many other things you have to learn to do as a new rider is definitely a plus. Don't get me wrong I love going fast and I'm an adrenaline junky but if you get a bike that's slower in a straight line you will get your kicks out of learning how to lean and take corners faster, learning how to brake and maneuver efficiently especially in small spaces and traffic. And if you want another reason, the other day I was going home with my wife and the decided last minute to take her where I like riding near my house, found a guy crashed into a guard rail on the side of the road all alone dieing. Legs, arm, shoulder, ribs broke. He was gasping for air and had that look of death on his face. His wife showed up and started crying frantically while his friend begged him to hold on and had to give him CPR once because he stopped breathing.He was riding a Yamaha R6, got going too fast to make the turn and ran off the road into the guard rail and hit a tree. Easy to do when a bike accelerates so fast people forget how long it takes to slow down and bikes don't brake well in turns. He died at the hospital from internal bleeding. Get a bike that's slower than you want in a straight away and you'll get your kicks from actually learning how to ride a bike. Get a bike that's faster than your skills you might end up like ol boy. It's your choice.

@bcrandeis 10 ай бұрын

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!

@florabee9283 Жыл бұрын

Sorta brings to mind the Bandit 650

@zanahsan Жыл бұрын

Brentune makes an ECU Flash! 🏍️💨

@judge831 Жыл бұрын

I'd love to see you test ride the Suzuki GSX-8S and Honda Hornet 750.

@tomryner5830 6 ай бұрын

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!

@NakulSaxena Жыл бұрын

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 :)

@slowsteve3497 Жыл бұрын

They are very different. Triumph is really a sport tourer like versys 650. Ktm is great off-road with 21 inch front tire.

@Uriel-Septim. Жыл бұрын

Køre du kun på asfalt så gå efter Tigeren, køre du en del offroad/grus veje så vælg KTM´en.

@NakulSaxena Жыл бұрын

@@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 :)

@Uriel-Septim. Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@CaptainKronk 10 ай бұрын

very good choice but im still going with the SV650 for sitting possession

@SquireSCA Жыл бұрын

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.

@just_j6514 Жыл бұрын

Can also void your warranty in under three minutes.. 🤣

@nathanielhodge7708 4 ай бұрын

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😂

@JMoroccoMisterBoy Жыл бұрын

Tks.

@Hecatomb87 Жыл бұрын

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.

@just_j6514 Жыл бұрын

Could be me as well. Reliability and warranty compared to Japanese bikes 🏍 🙄 💥. 😆 🤣.. luls

@chrisl3062 Жыл бұрын

We don't have the Tracer 7 in the states yet. Hopefully soon though, would love to see it

@Aiden-me2zs Жыл бұрын

When are we getting the busa swapped grom

@Pabloman333 Жыл бұрын

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.

@unclejj509 Жыл бұрын

If Triumph doesn't offer cruise control as an option is it still possible to get it aftermarket?

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

No but Ive heard rumors that they are working on it as an option

@AllboroLCD Жыл бұрын

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.

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

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.

@AllboroLCD Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@drysd63 Жыл бұрын

Can you comment on the SV650 related to this one? Big fan! Keep it fun mr.YN

@twobrotherscycleanda Жыл бұрын

I'd love to see the xr150l.

@Terminator-to3lp 3 ай бұрын

Is engine durability of triumph bikes same as japanese ones like Kawasaki & Honda etc???

@calebh2642 Ай бұрын

Hope it gets the engine updates the Daytona 660 got (an extra 15hp and a higher redline)

@FireFlyCL Жыл бұрын

Good review, im between this bike and the CF Moto 800MT :c

@douglasalexander4348 Жыл бұрын

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.

@chrispetrou9926 Жыл бұрын

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.

@dreamcrusher112 Жыл бұрын

tracer 9 outsells these massively.

@aToxicPotato338 Жыл бұрын

God I wish this bike was available in the states. My #1 pick but it is unobtainium

@andrishardins5984 Жыл бұрын

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.

@RollinWeight910 Жыл бұрын

The Tiger Sport 660 or the MT-07, with the consideration of price

@ADVJunkie 6 ай бұрын

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 😂🤙🤘

@marcoaguiar3226 6 ай бұрын

This or the new nx500?

@toofastnobrakes Жыл бұрын

I only wish they had a few larger displacement versions that looked like this one

@yammienoob Жыл бұрын

They make the tiger 900 GT which is basically the same tbh

@thumperjdm Жыл бұрын

Yup. Like the discontinued Tiger Sport 1050, I really wish Triumph would make a new TS1160, with the Speed Triple's engine.

@toofastnobrakes Жыл бұрын

@@yammienoob yeah but the styling isn’t the same. The Bigger tigers are kinda ugly IMO

@TronciM Жыл бұрын

Tiger 850 sport

@toofastnobrakes Жыл бұрын

@@TronciM the word was “looked” like this bike. I do not like the style of the larger tigers at all

@Tekdiver1981 Жыл бұрын

I hope they make a Tiger Sport 1200 RS

@stevec6427 Жыл бұрын

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

@bigblue729 9 ай бұрын

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.

@matthewberg398 Жыл бұрын

How did papa Yam know I was thinking of purchasing this next season? 🤔😅

@Danol123 14 күн бұрын

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.