2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 | First Ride Review
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- 2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 | First Ride Review
I was lucky enough to be invited along to the launch of Triumphs new 2022 adventure sports motorcycle, the Tiger Sport 660. This is Triumphs first motorcycle in the middleweight adventure sports category, a category that is already dominated by the likes of Yamaha and Kawasaki. So join me as I ride some of the stunning roads in Portugal for this First Ride Review.
A massive thank you goes to Triumph UK for making this video possible.
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My Riding Gear:
Helmet - Shark D-Skwal 2.0
Jacket - Merlin Chigwell Utility Olive
Trousers - Rokkertech Vintage Jeans
Gloves - Rukka Rytmi
Boots - Daytona Arrow Sport GTX
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Handlebar Cam - Insta360 One R
B Roll Cam - Sony A6300
My measuerments:
5'8" with 29" inch inseam.
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I think aesthetically this is one of Triumph's best ever designs . Its difficult to make adventure style bikes look
attractive as the function severely restricts form .
To my eyes this is easily one of the best looking bikes in the class .... it flows really well and just looks right 👌
that is because it is just a naked bike rather than an adventure bike.
It is a sports tourer. Not adventure as far as I can see. But yes, it is a beauty.
@@RaunakPSingh it's an adventure style bike...
@@goks1987 a sports tourer is based on a sports bike.... This is based on an adventure bike style. It's obviously from thr Tiger design style
Looks ugly. This seat looks like after heavy crash. And gauges 90s style.
Been looking forward to the reviews on this bike since it was announced. Very impressed in the flesh at the NEC and excited to test ride next year. Great video, Dan… Subscribed. 👍
Fan from Portugal here! Didn't expect to see a video filmed on these parts. Keep up the great work!
Please Triumph bring out a 1200 version of this!
I love the resurgence of the sports touring category.
I own the Trident and the engine and handling are, as you say, the stars of the show. Lack of a useable screen and cruise control on a bike with a 200 mile tank range are serious errors by Triumph in my view
Rubber bands on the throttle = cruise control
I agree with needing CC. If (or when) they add it, it will outsell every other bike in its class. It would be an easy add too since it has a ride-by-wire throttle.
Cruise control ... used to be a gimmicky accessory , now people think they are vital necessities .
Its a Motorcycle FFS !!🤣
@@WyreForestBiker you haven’t ridden 500 miles or more in a day have you? Then you would know their value. This Trident has real touring potential so CC is an issue; they could have offered it as an accessory.
@@916strada500 miles LOL ! ..people have ridden around the world without Cruise control ...Its a motorcycle FFS 😆
Great bike and an interesting video, Dan! Nice roads and perfect weather in Portugal, and the awesome sound of the triple engine...i am loving it!! THX and cheers from the snowy mountains in Austria!
This is my dream bike, the price point and the specs is really appealing to me and I love that triple sound. I hope someday I'll get one (new or second hand)
I hope you can get one too! Best wishes.
Great review! If you're 5'8" and you get buffeting, at 6'1" that could be painful hehe This really looks like an amazing bike for the price (Don't see why anyone would choose a Versys 650 or tracer 700 over this...). But I keep hoping some day manufacturers stop making "comfort seats" as accessories and just make it the default seat. If someone wants an uncomfortable seat, they could pay extra for that :) The only downside of these Triumphs is the valve check schedule, Yamahas will go twice the distance before valves need to be checked.
Or V-Strom 650. ;-)
I'm looking for my first serious bike. Triumph Tiger 660 Sport caught my eye when it was announced, it ticks all the boxes for me. However the nearest dealership and service is about 300-350 km away from where i live =/ Kawasaki/Suzuki/Honda are all close though, so i decided to go with the new Versys 650.
Main reason for picking the Tracer now is you can buy one brand new for sub £7k.
"Don't see why would anyone choose tracer, versys over this" Hello my name is Japanese bulletproof reliability
like me, many and many will always choose a Japanese over this. I will always go for any Japanese brand whether its versys or tracer or tenere or CRF or even naked version of CB. Japanese Brands are better. Period!!!!!!
Absolutely breathtaking, thanks!
Thank you for watching!
What is the current obsession with cruise control on bikes????
Never had it, I see no reason to want it or to pay for the extra cost for it, sitting on a straight road with cruise control engaged is not my idea of motorcycling I'm quite happy to leave speed control to my right hand and go enjoy the twisty scenic routes.
Not all roads are fun and twisty... lots are straight and flat. It's just nice to be able to rest your wrist for a few minutes at a time, or not have to worry about inadvertently speeding. Triumph already did all the costly work by making it ride by wire -- just toss in a button and some programming and it's a big selling feature for a tourer.
A great review Dan. Think Triumph have got the class leading bike here. For many one up riders it would be all you need to go touring. Some amazing roads out there.
I was beginning to wonder if any UK based TH-camrs had made it to Portugal! Great review Dan, it certainly looks like a nice bike. I'm looking forward to my test ride, although maybe not quite the same as yours, since it'll be in Scotland in January. Got a deposit down on one of the first 15 to arrive at my local dealer. My first big bike since passing my test in October (in fact, my first bike period).
That's going to be a bit chilly! 😆
Super first bike Scotland or no. Congrats. If you have done the 125 route as am doing think its deserved👍
@@MauriceTarantulas I actually went to the Honda dealer with every intention of ordering a 2022 CB500X, but I made the mistake of going into the Triumph dealer next door first and before I knew it I'd put down a deposit. My head still says change my mind and go with the Honda, with its 80+MPG, and more sensible 47BHP for my first bike (also £2k cheaper!) but...
@@BillyHey72 I think you have made a great choice. I have the Trident, first big bike for 30 years, the Rain Mode and 600 mile run in period will give you time to get used to it. I wish the Tiger Sport was around when I ordered, but I love my Trident. You will have a blast - recommend the Quickshifter (best fitted at first service). Have fun.
@@BillyHey72 The 500X would have been a much wiser choice. With road 5 tyres fitted the 2K saving would have paid for a couple of free years biking fun for free.
Fast becoming the go to UK channel for bike reviews. Great work.
Some outrageous numbers at the end of the video!
Filmed in Mexico. Ahem.
It seems to be a very nice bike at a reasonable cost 😊👍🏻
Thanks for a fine video!
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Greetings from sunny tropical Thailand, where u you also find a TRIUMPH factory. Located between Bangkok and Pattaya seaside resort town. Here’s our BikeSanooK
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Wow, you make this bike look a lot better than it looks on paper
Thanks for the review. Looks like a great bike.
There’s no good reason to not have cruise control in 2022.
idiot! when your wrist aches after two hours on any bike, or you need to simply drift through the countryside enjoying the sun and views! cruise control should be on every bike!
@@pontypete7357 Calling something idiot without thinking seems idiot to me. Some people don't want to pay for features they don't use. At this price Triumph had to cut corners. I think they made the right decisions.
@@hermanstokbrood They could have offered it as an option though. Or swapped it for the rain mode code.
@@robhall5622 Yes they could made it an option. I don't think swapping the rainmode has the equal costs.
But again, it's all about making choices. You can't keep everyone happy when you make compromises.
Clearly Potty Pete has problems. Regardless. I’ve been riding for close to 40 years now, I’m a plumber and my shoulders and wrist are in very bad shape. Us older people who have beat up bodies need to rest our numb fingers and sometimes need to relieve that feeling every 20 minutes depending on speed, wind etc. with throttle by wire, expensive TFT dashes and at these prices it’s ridiculous not to have cruise control.
That intro! Wow! So sick!
I'm definitely going to try and test this. Great looking machine, prefer the blue, would probably get a shorter windshield. Buffeting just doesn't bother me. Great you can turn crutches off. I like the old fashion throttle lock type cruise control anyways. Put some barkbusters on, big blocks, and slay some gravel roads in between crossing the country😙👌
Way more excited for this bike than the flagship Tiger😄
Great review mate! and beautiful scenery as well. Looking forward to the Tiger Sport 660 when it arrives here in PH early 2022.
Cheers and ride safe!
Greetings from sunny tropical Thailand, where u you also find a TRIUMPH factory. Located between Bangkok and Pattaya seaside resort town. Here’s our BikeSanooK
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I think buffeting is a real issue on these type of bikes - they want a screen cause it's an "adventure tourer" but can't be too big cause it's not a very big boy. And then your head pays the price (unless you're a small enough rider)
Good to meet you over there mate, I hope you had fun!
Nice to meet you too mate. Was awesome, funny things kept happening with that Tiger 900 though.... 😂
Great review Dan, always enjoy your reviews.
Certainly looks like a bike for all needs, which is just what I need. Might have to look at a test ride next year. 😁
Hopefully there may be an aftermarket screen which may be bigger and give you the wind protection needed.
Great review EBD this has to be under my Christmas tree 👍🎄
Great review and video Dan !! I was looking for all the specs you comment on and can’t wait to get mine this February or March here in California!!
Really enjoyed your review, Dan. Always well put together videos.
Thanks for the review. This bike ticked a lot of boxes for me when I first learnt about it back in August. So much in fact that I put an order in then before my UK dealer had it on the system. My blue one should be with me in Feburary and looking forward to it. Ferry booked up for Santander in June for its first proper trip :)
Lovely trip! Hoping to be on that ferry next year with my 850. Blue is the correct colour too! Enjoy and thanks for watching! Dan
Great review as always Dan. Still happy with my order and glad I went with red. Looking forward to the test ride. Will think about ordering the Comfort Seat as plan on doing a lot of Touring next year.
I love the styling. It reminds me a lot of the Tiger 1050, which I always thought was a gorgeous bike.
I still have my 2008 Tiger 1050 and love this, I have all my big Tours behind me so considering a Tiger 660 for shorter runs.
Hi Dan a great review Ive got one of these on order for February I can’t wait. This will be my first “ big bike”.I have a 31inch in seam and I can flat foot this bike easy.I sat on one at a bike show.
An excellent first big bike Dave! Enjoy!
Great review on what looks to be a really good bike. Thanks Dan.
Thanks Mark! It seemed to tick many boxes for sure. 👍
I noticed alot of heat coming from the engine on this one. The buttons lacked a tactile feel and the screen requires some force to adjust. Other than that a great package. Certainly a peppy engine.
Just test rode one , loads of heat off engine especially gear change side , been 29°s degrees today tho 🤔
A centre stand is mandatory on any bike I own, especially if it has a chain- oiling and adjusting, fixing punctures. Sounds like a bike with a lively engine and a frame that handles, good brakes , all at a reasonable price.
Lovely review. Thanks for another great video. How would you rate this against the GSX S1000GT that you reviewed recently? I'm considering both of these bikes for my fairly long commute to work (motorway and city riding involved)
Pretty different in terms of performance! The GSX would eat the Triumph. However the Triumph would be lighter, easier around town, more economical and cheaper.
Great video Dan! Nice roads and weather too. I was probably getting wet and cold on a muddy road in Norfolk when you filmed this 🤣. Cheers Jake.
Great review and one I've been waiting for as thinking of replacing my 2 bikes with one that will do everything and this is top of my list. Shame about no cruise control and that screen sounds like the standard one I had on my 2015 Versys which was just terrible for wind blast and noise. Can't wait to try one now though. I'm also same height as you and was concerned if it would be too tall for me but it doesn't sound like it. Nice one🙂
I love that 660 triple engine but was never a fan of the Trident looks. These looks are nice, I really like that part. As many have said, if you're catering for a (light) sports tourer, CC, a better screen, having a centerstand would have been awesome.
If only Triumph would do the the trifecta, also putting that engine in a sportsbike chassis, that would be awesome (like Aprillia have done with their 660). But not like how they built that ST RR.
Highly doubt that will happen but one can hope.
Cheers!
Great bike at a good price. Triumph really have cracked it with the styling, fit and finish.
After a 4 years of break I am looking for a bike that is more comfortable than my gsr 600 and gsxr 750. This looks like a good replacement but I am not sure if the power is sufficient. Very nice bike!
best review of this bike i have seen
Very kind of you!
Great review. Was seriously considering this as my next bike. My local triumph dealer in Glasgow closed down so has put me off a bit 😔. Not a million miles away but next nearest I think would be Edinburgh
Hmmm, the lack of a centre stand and no cruise control takes this off of my list, sadly. Might as well save some money and go for a used 800 Tiger, which is something I am thinking about for next year along with a few other bikes.
Great review, though. It does look and sound good!
Roads in Portugal are better than in Switzerland it seems.
I'll have to check out some mountain passes next year and find out! 👍
Reminds me of the old Yamaha Fazer. Cool.
Yes, I thought this too!
Another great video Dan, but over the past month you have ridden the Tiger 660 and the Suzuki 1000 GT What one would you choose.
Good vid sir. I’m looking to change my Africa twin for something smaller and this seems to fit the bill. I don’t surpose you noticed if there’s any under seat storage for disc locks/chains etc ? And what’s it like slow riding in traffic or around town ? All the best to you.
650 vstrom ??
Sounds powerful but not enough. I saw one video with Akrapovic muffler installed and it started to sound amazing. 👌
Nice!
Bought my new blue one yesterday!
Good review, cheers
Best looking adv bike!
Great vid as usual. In which part of Portugal is this?
Cheers, it was near Albufiera.
Waiting for this cub
I'm very exited for the review of the 2022 honda cbr650r❤❤👌
Best video man, I loved watching the ride, listening to that engine 👌
One question, would it wheelie out of a slow corner, say in 2nd gear..
Would it power lift the front wheel 🤔 ?
Atm for me it's either this 660..
Or the multistrada v2
Much more money but .. let's see , I can be happy with the 660.. it has to perform though
Buying a bike isn't about the money it's about is the bike fun .. !
Thanks, with TC off I think it probably could, maybe not 2nd but certainly first.
Thanks for the review; how much is the ground clearance?
Nice review Dan. Looking forward to your CB500x in depth review. Is it in the editing stage? Will the youtube elves be delivering here before Xmas?
Thanks, sadly not until the new year.
Wonder how this bike holds up to the BMW 750 GS? Should do a comparison at some point. New subscriber from NY! Love the videos
Thanks Raymond! 👍
Man, no pun intendent, you could sell ice boxes to Eskimos. Luv your channel.
Haha, thanks!
Just wondering which bike you would choose.
Tiger 660 or Benelli TRK 500
I don't know much about the Benelli so I'd stick with Triumph.
Cracker but will prob go for a KTM 390/Honda 500cbx in this type of section, not sure will need that much bhp as a first "big bike". Will see. Nice in Portugal👍👍👍
Really good video
Glad you enjoyed it!
Good video thanks and nice looking bike actually, but is it just me or does it sound more like a twin?!! I have the 955i tiger and it’s unmistakably a triple, perhaps it’s just the new euro regs not letting us hear the full sound from the exhaust?
Great review as always, however you only compared it to the Trident. I am considering changing to a Tiger, but which is better, the 660 Sport or 850 Sport? Cost and specs are not massively different so if the 660 would have been available last year, would you have still bought the 850?
Great question but you’ll never get a definitive answer. As much as I enjoy Dans reviews he does like to sit on the fence……
Because its such a subjective question. What works for me might not work for you.
The 660 is more suited to the road but is smaller. The 850 can go off road but feels like it would cope better doing massive distances in comfort. Best bet, test ride both!
Robbo. I'd recommend the Tiger 1050 sport over the 660 or 850.
The 1050cc triple engine is an absolute peach, rider modes cruise control etc. A touch dated with an LCD dash, if TFT is important to you? And would be a 2020 model as no longer in production. It's also a great bike for carrying pillion and Givi luggage make it a great sport tourer.
@@Englishbikerdan Why is the 660 better for the road over the 850 ?
I like this “vertically challenged” word 😜
Would this be a good motorcycle to get for beginners?
As a first big bike, yes definitely.
@@Englishbikerdan Thanks for the input. I'm discerning on getting into motorcycles and would like to start with something that can do a little bit of everything.
Great review! Just one question. Does this get quick shifter as an option, too?
Thanks, yes it's an option. 👍
Nice bike. Portugal YEAH ;)
Hey mate, how would you compare this to the Tiger 850 Sport? In Australia there's only a couple of thousand $ price difference
It's better on road than my 850. Turns in quicker and is sportier to ride. But my 850 is able to go off road and feels that it would cope with a massive tour better.
So they didn't completely ruin the engine by switching to a flat plane crank on the 660, as they did with the 850, 900 and 1200 series? The 660 sound glassy smooth and refined. Maybe it's just because has a quiet exhaust, but it sure sounds clean and refined. OMG the 660 sounds so awesome... Ughh. I wish they had not ruined that beautiful triple scream by making the larger bikes into "flat plane" crank engines. The bigger engines sound lumpy and coarse in comparison. This video is pure music. That 660 engine is heavenly!
T Plane is a personal preference. I prefer the T crank of my 850 than the 800.
Would you advise switching to this from a cb650r for someone more weekend/tourism oriented?
I think it would be more comfortable for sure. 👍
which do you think is better mate? sport tiger 660 or cb500x? as an all rounder bike. commuting / touring / dirt riding
The Tiger Sport has no off road bias, so if you want dirt riding the 500X is the bike to choose. However, the Tiger Sport 660 is the better road bike, but it is also more expensive too.
I really, really need to tour Europe.
I recommend it! 👍
Excellent review Dan - top draw. Haters gonna hate ;-). Certainly helped make my mind up - so thanks!
Hey Jon, thanks for watching and glad it helped! Dan
@@Englishbikerdan I say it helped - that was until I saw your review of the Street Triple S! I'm now torn between this and a de-restricted ST S 660! I don't need more that 100 BHP, I don't do massive tours - so what do you reckon? :-)
@@jonsteel8895 Hmm, that is indeed a tricky one to answer. The Street felt a little more lively in terms of handling but it's so close. I'd have to ride them back to back to really get a decent idea but if it were my money, I'd go with the Tiger 660 or a Street Triple R. Not what you asked I know! :D
Great review, and a lovely bike, but once you start speccing it up it's a very short hop to the Tiger 850. Do you think the 850 is worth the smallish differential, or does the 660 now make the 850 a bit redundant?
Don't forget you'd also need to spec the 850 up so that gap in price would persist. The 850 is a different bike, big front wheel that can go off road (it comes with road/dirt tyres) and it's a much bigger machine. I see them occupying different spaces in the market so room for both. The 660 was much better doing pure road riding and isn't designed with any off road ability.
@@Englishbikerdan Good point on the size difference, hadn't noticed the 850 was significantly longer, although the lower seat as standard and similar weight suggest (on the spec sheet at least) that they might be similarly approachable. Will have to ride them back to back next year.
Can't help but think 765 motor should have been used in this application particularly if taking passenger/luggage. Absolutely love my triumph street triple r 2020 model but wouldn't want any less power in Australia 👍👍
Hi Dan, How does it compare to the ‘22 CB500X in terms of moving it around the garage, tippy-ness, nimbleness? Dave in Denver
Luv it but not keen on it having no center stand ! I would prefer that to cruise control and at the price of these bikes why are the screens not electrically adjustable .Having said that I would consider this one with all the bells and whistles on boxes etc .Nice one Dan : )
Would you have one of these over the likes of the Suzuki VStrom 650 (now showing it’s age) or the Yamaha Tracer 700?
Yes. Without hesitation.
thinking about this with A2 restrictors if i hopefully pass everything:) would you recommend and how is it for pillion? thank you
Nice machine Dan
What part of Portugal was this? I live in the southwest. Good bike by the look of it, but I prefer the naked Trident. I don't like screens.
Thorough review.
Thanks, this was near Albufiera.
@@Englishbikerdan I live west of there in Lagos. Nice place.
I love this bike and really wanted to buy one but what killed it for me was seat height , I know lower one`s are available so ok that could be sorted but no option of cruise control which in this day and age is a must killed it for me. I think Triumph made a big mistake there. It will sell well but could have sold a lot more if cruise control was offered as an option.
Fair points Eric.
How would you compare this with the sv650 and the gsxs750 or the cbr650? I know you have ridden all of these bikes.
So, I'm looking at the 660 Sport and 850 Sport as my first big bike, there's less than a thousand pounds between them, which one to go for?
Hey really good review. I have also seen that you have reviewed the cb500x. I have the same height of 5' 8. I test rode the cb500x and was really happy with how manageable the bike is. Can you compare 500x with 660 ? I am in India and triumph still haven't launched 660 here yet.
I test rode a versys too but the seat height is not really confidence inspiring.
The Triumph is a more focused road machine and it has the extra oomph and better handling. The 500X is more versatile though! Very different prices too! Thanks for watching!
I wish it hard the looks of the tiger 850
they offer a couple "comfort" seats, translation they equip with an uncomfortable seat, so you will spend money to get a seat they know is better.
I've had some comfort seats that were too soft for my liking. I see it as they've provided the seat with a medium amount of softness.
This or the new 2021 Tracer 7? This has 7.5 BHP more power but 4 NM less Torque less torque and weighs 10kg more?
I'd take this personally. Not impressed with Yamaha build quality.
I once test rode An older model, found the seating position too tilted forward, 1.92 6,3. You think i would fit on this one?
Was the speedo on the motorbike dash in MPH? or KPH?
KPH
Great to see a reviwer actually having fun on a bike! It sounds as though it is a 'proper' triple i.e 120 degree crank rather then a T plane, can anyone confirm that?
I try to have fun. No point being too serious!
It’s defo not a T- plane crank like the new tigers are ❕
Would you say this bike is a more comfy and friendly version of the trident ?
Yes definitely.
It doesnt have a centre stand?
Nice one,Dan 😎
I’m getting the feeling these bikes are being build on a budget but still having a high quality measuring point.
Just to attract people to the brand, that’s my guess. I can understand this completely ‘though.
Still loving my MY2020 Street Triple RS 🤩
That sounds about right judging the quality of these new 660's. I'd love a Street Triple myself too! 😍
Anybody have issues with engine heat especially on left leg ?
I know they are not equally the same but how does it compare to your Tiger sport 850?
The 660 felt much lighter and more agile on the twisty roads, but I think on a long journey I would prefer the more upright nature and better wind protection of my 850.
Yo, Dan, telling us you’re on the balls of your feet means nothing unless you tell us your HEIGHT!!!!!
Check out the description, my details are always there.
What about heated grips? Does it come as optional?
Yes those are an optional extra.
You rather this bike, are the tiger 850?
Tiger 850. 😬
it did not excite you as thr gsx-s 1000 Suzuki?