2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 | Daily Rider
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- 2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 | Daily Rider
The perfect Daily Rider for less than $10,000 might not exist, but Triumph’s new Tiger Sport 660 is getting pretty close. Will it be better than the DR fan-favorite Kawasaki Versys 650 LT?
SPECS:
MSRP: $9,295
Engine: 660 cc inline triple
Measured weight: 456 lb. / 206.8 kg
Fuel capacity: 4.5 gal. / 17.2 liters
Seat height: 32.8 in. / 835 mm
Claimed power: 80 bhp @ 10,250 rpm
Claimed torque: 47 foot-pounds @ 6,250 rpm
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It really does look like a ninja 650 why did I not notice that i think it looks better tho just my opinion.
Hats off to Zack, these are the best motorcycle reviews I've ever seen.
Daily Rider never disappoints.
Agreed 👍. He always takes the time to get to know his product and presents the detail often missing from most others. That low 1st gear isn't really appropriate for the use for this bike as it's unlikely to be ridden off road. But I do wish manufacturers wouldn't insist on the "trail bike" style when adapting every sports bike for touring. A few years ago a "sport touring" motorcycle was based on the naked model but with fairing, higher bars and riding position without automatically resorting to the tall, adventure styling every time.
I love Zack's knowledge of bikes, but I also appreciate his bubby personality and sense of humor. This makes him by far my favorite bike reviewer!
Zack is awesome. Attend the get on fest next year. And ride w him.
I’m turning 70 this year and I’m going to reward myself with a new, smaller bike. I’ve been riding an Electraglide for 20 years, and a Sportster 1200 and my 1986 BMW R80RT. I want a bike that will take me into my 80s and the Tiger 660 is on the short list. As is the Kawi 650. Thanks for the reviews.😎
This is what I am aspiring to! I just want to know what bike you will be getting for your 90s!
I have a 2017 Z650 and it’s my first bike but I love it so much
I have the Kawa versus 650, if this one was available when I bought it I would have chosen the Triumph. But with the new restyling I would have a lot of doubts which one to choose, as I'm very happy with my versys... I prefer japanese bikes for reliability, but the cruise control... Anyway both are a sure choice
Twenty years ago I celebrated my 50th birthday with a new V-Strom 1000.
I'm still loving it.
I've had a couple kawasaki 650 twins (one was a 2009 versys 650). I've heard the engine mounting was updated in 2012. 2009 was buzzy at higher rpm. Hands and crotch numbing over time. About the only complaint about that bike.
Not much experience with triumph, but I love a triple. Not sure if you've looked at, or considered, a tracer 900. I've got an xsr 900, and love it. Flickable, comfortable, amazing engine, and 48-50 mpg.
The Suzuki vstrom 650 is an amazing bike. Smooth, torquey, very comfortable.
Props on staying young.
I always find it kind of funny that the wheelie section, is right after the off road section. So the tires are then covered with dirt/mud. Just shows how good a rider Zack is.
I've often wondered about that also!
No way I'm rippin a dank nooner with slimey mud all over my tires! LOL
I watched his review for the first time. I didn't expect it. My eyes got bigger :) at 20:40 and 21:53
...and it's the laugh after the wheelie that gets me 🤣 haha goooood fun indeed Zack
Let’s get something straight pulling a dangerous wheelie is not skill it’s stupid and illegal , He should not be encouraging young inexperienced riders to do such things .
@@MsDenver2 it can be all three of these things you know
I *REALLY* appreciate you calling out RPM numbers and comfort at highway speeds - that’s a number/spec/thing that most reviews and websites miss. They just kind of say “it can go X mph” and that doesnt describe how much of a struggle or relaxing time that may be.
I will now be making purchasing decisions based solely on Zack’s weather-based analogies.
Mate... It's a sewing machine 🤦😂
Have to hand it to Triumph. All their bikes handle great. Even their cruisers feel like the can turn and be happy about it.
Very true
I have personally ridden the
Tiger 800 XCX
New tiger 900 Rally
Street Triple
Scrambler 900 2021
They sure know how to do a perfect Mix and never disappoint on ride comfort, brakes and suspension with a well tuned engine
Zack, one thing it would be nice to add for daily rider info -- headlight quality. Many of us do our commuting in the dark, and some of us ride in less urban areas without street lights. Lighting is one of those features that people tend to overlook when making buying decisions. The stock lighting on my bike was marginal. It required big upgrades to allow for safe rural night riding.
I second this! Sometimes i commute both ways in the dark in some rural parts where deer and hogs can run onto the road, so headlights are important. I know they can be upgraded, but it's nice to know if your gonna have to.
Thirded!
Always want more lights. I can never see those potholes soon enough...
I feel like, especially for a commuter/daily rider bike, when everything else is equal, reliability tips the scales. It sounds like a dead heat between the Versys 650 and Tiger Sport 660, but I would trust the Kawi more day after day. My dad used to say, “you will love a Land Rover, but you will trust a Toyota.” I feel like that’s analogous here.
I have a Versys 650 - can confirm. I have even taken it on some fairly technical adventure rides (only other bikes on the trail were dirt bikes).
My Buddy and I have taken coast to coast bike trips, me on my R1200GS & ElectraGlide, he on his Rocket 3. No issues coast w any of em. I have been pleasantly surprised by how reliable his big Triumph has been.
@@johnasbury9915 I don’t doubt that Triumphs can be reliable, (just like a Land Rover) but I know I would stress less about a Kawasaki. There are good bikes and bad bikes, but on the whole parts and service are easier to come by for Kawasakis than Triumphs.
@@johnasbury9915 I don't know that the reliability of the Rocket 3 would necessarily translate down the range. I haven't heard anything bad about Triumph in general though, aside from the comparative lack of dealers/service centers. The early 675s were known to be oil burners, but I understand that's no longer the case. I still see plenty of the older Street Triple and Daytonas getting around, so I think the basic platform was good and should be quite refined by now.
parts can be iffy when it’s time, but i rode the absolute snot out of my street triple r. Only issue i had was a bad fuel pump at 12500k miles. thing was solid.
Zack is a master at ride reviews: a poet, a humorist, a philosopher and, of course, an expert motorcyclist. I'm so impressed with Triumph in general and with this quality machine. So many motorcycles to choose from.... Hmm....
As always A+ review. If there were a motorcycle reviewer board Zack would be at the top!
I have to agree whole heartedly
I’m excited to ride this bike. The fact all the reviews I’ve seen so far all seem to come to the same conclusion. It’s definitely a solid platform for light touring, although not the best, but it is a great bike for what it is.
The turn in is what made me love the Daytona and it's nice to see the handling carrying on in other Triumph 600s.
Zack your reviews are awesome! I’m trying to decide between the Versy’s 650 and Triumph 660, now I know what I want! Triumph 660!!! Thank you Zack!! 🙏🏻
Hey mate. Just want to say i really find your simple quick test rides quite informative for a person looking to buy their first bike. Keep up the interesting short videos.
Brilliant review, thanks! I was test riding a lot of top-end bikes recently and took the Tiger 660 out just for a bit of fun, with absolutely no intention of buying one whatsoever…… But I brought one immediately. I’ve owned two GS’s, a GSA, S1000XR and a Pan America in since 2016 and it took me only about a quarter of a mile of riding to decide I prefer the Tiger!
Great review Zack! One thing that you mention sometimes, but I didn't catch here, is the option for a center stand. I'm guessing not with the underslung exhaust, but I think it is always good to mention when reviewing the more practical/commuter oriented bikes. Thanks!
Get a Paddock stand for maintenance.
Hands down my favorite videos to watch. Keep them coming! Also good research for my work. I don't get the chance to ride every bike but I sell parts for them. Your reviews are as if I got a chance to get out and experience the bike first hand. Helps engage with customers.
Zack, your reviews are the absolute best. Full stop. Thanks for all that you do!
I always chuckle when people ask what is the best this and that. What looks the best, etc. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Purchases are specific emotional processes. Purchase things you perceive as best. Truthfully most products are dependable and reliable. It’s nice to be educated about a product before purchasing. Your smartphone answers all the questions vs 10 year old library references in years past.
I trust Zack's reviews 100%. Based on this one, I decided to put down a deposit on the Tiger Sport 660! Should be arriving in Vancouver, BC late Feb. I love triples, and can't wait to join the Triumph family!
I really enjoyed your weather analogy, it would be fun to see that done again.
I really like the weather analogy question. I feel like it gives the perfect description of how the bike makes you feel.
Great job 👏 It’s refreshing to watch a review that doesn’t sound like a commercial .
Love the pause between:
"Ohhp, ohhp, ohp - dude/bro's clippin the barriers..."
(closing right up to the back of the trailer)
and
"Uh oh..."
Great comparison and awesome review Zack. Thanks for putting this one early in the year as it was one of my recommendations. Have always loved Triumph and it's good to see a new engine (especially a triple) come out of their stable. The 650 lump is getting long on the tooth for Kawasaki. Yes it is reliable, but with the 650 being used on so many of their models, whatever the model, it always seems to feel the same regardless. I Love the triple's linear power curve and sound. In comparison, the 650 always sounds anemic.
Zack,you are the best!As a owner and huge fan of Versys 650 i really think that this Triumph's version of Versys is Versys that we want..Such an amazing bike!
I just remembered this video and Z’s comments about gearing. I have one and installed a 17t from sprocket, makes it much calmer on the highway and makes 2,3,4 more fun.
Great review! I love the way you touched all points and how you narrate
Such a talent Zack ....the daily rider is such a useful consistent, fun , informative and useful series all made by your presentation style and straightforward views ..or to paraphrase you ...."I do learn something , i do have fun , and you will see me next time :)) , Keep knocking them out of the park Zack
Great vid guys. Awesome bike reviews. And Powamoto is ya biggest fan 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Great review as always, Zack! Keep them coming.
It was fun watching you struggle with choosing between the triumph or the Versys. Great vid.
Great video, I couldn't wait for the 660, so I went with a 2022 Tiger Sport 850. I live in an area with fast roads, impatient semi trucks and it was suggested I get the 850....glad I did. I'm a new rider but I'm very comfortable on the 850, not to mention the lightweight feel as I ride in "rain" mode until I get more comfortable. Love Triumph!
Awesome content! Glad you decided the rank of the Tiger/Versys before you had a stroke.
Have always loved Triumph bikes. The triple motors alone is worth owning.
I own a 02 Daytona 955i with 55,000kms and still runs good.
Another great review.
I have been waiting to see this review for a year now! I am so pumped!
Outstanding coverage and review. Ironically, I’m test driving a Sport 660 tomorrow right next to the Denver Revzilla store. Looking forward to it.
Fantastic review as always 👍
I'm test riding one of these next week. I was kinda set on an MT09 to replace my GSXS but love the look of these and I'm not bothered by the drop in power as 80-100 is perfect I think for fun and commuting 😉👍
Hey Zach, I love the work you do! You have reviewed some version of every bike in my garage, and I can't really argue with your rankings (well, maybe a little). Full disclosure, I am a Versys 650 fanboi, having owned 3, and currently owning 2, and having run up more than 140K miles on them. I sat on one of these 660 Tigers yesterday, and it feels like the natural successor to the Versys, maintaining the Versys' virtues like confidence inspiring handling, flexibility, comfort, and frugality, while improving on its greatest weakness, power for quick overtakes. So thanks for posting this! The only nit I'm going to pick with you is around gearing. The last bike that I owned that I thought would benefit from taller gearing was my 1979 XS650. With modern bikes, if I make a change, it's to make the gearing shorter.
Really enjoyed this review!!
I was going back and forth between the Versys 650 and the Tiger 660 for a while, chose the tiger for the simple reason that I cannot find a Versys near me that the dealers arent price gouging. I got the Tiger for MSRP. No regrets.
Nice stuff! Would love to see more classic/retro styled bikes in the daily rider leaderboard too :)
I have a 2017 V650, it’s perfect…because I’m 6’3” and 210 lbs. it looks and feels as big as most liter adventure touring bikes. So if if you are shopping, and you don’t want to swallow up a diminutive bike when you mount your bike, it’s the V650 for the win in my opinion…to borrow his metaphor, no clouds in my sky!
Yes another DR episode! Was hoping you’d do this one to compare to your Versys.
Thanks for your videos, I love them! Please test the Rebel 1100 DCT on daily rider.
Nice review, as always. I appreciate your comments on the physical size as some of us are on the smaller side - 5'7" here. I am hopeful that you get to review the slightly revised 2022 CB500X as well. I am excited about that bike based on its weight, versatility, price and function.
Its very crap and shyt those new 500 cbr series... cheap parts and all. But its great and reliable. Just low asf quality as i had the 2013 cbr500r and the other version's cb500x cbr500f etc.. its basically the same bike and parts lol
Wonderful, honest, high integrity and funny review. Excellent!!
Thanks Zack. Great video, as always!
Very cool. Thanks for the Video!
I booked this bike but I had lot of questions that I did a right choice but you answered all of my questions.Thankyou. And your review so good and fun 🤩 and the best.
The pain of deciding which is better, the V650 vs T660… that was great. After this review, I’m going Tiger.
Great video Zack. Very comprehensive. Would like to know what you carry in your backpack
That was a hard one for good old Zack! Well done as always!
Everytime Zack start the intro make a smile on my face :)
The versys 650 question was spot on. Just what i was looking for.
Great video
yoo zack, would love to have a second view perspective on the jumps! Thanks for the reviews, top top as always
Looks and reminds me of my old Yamaha Fz6. Specs are very similar, my old Fz6 was Dyno'd at 98hp after some mods but it got 56-65 mpg depending on how I rode it. It was a killer long distance bike that was super comfortable and quite sporty. Cheers 🥂
I had a 2004 FZ6 - man do I miss that bike! It was super comfortable and would straight up embarrass bikes costing thousands more! LOL
Yep, to this day, the FZ6 (mine's a bought new '09) punches way above its weight. In Raven, the graphic saying what it is is so stealth. Friends insist it's a litre bike. I went up a tooth on the countershaft and it's FASTER. Out pulls a buddy's '02 R6 everywhere. Even the MT10 is a toy compared. The Ten has no wind protection, no center stand (nor does this Triumph), crap passenger seating. Rear wheel stock it's still 92 hp. Hondog 650? 78; S(loppy)V(agina) 650? 59; etc. I carouse looking for an Aprillia 660 to embarrass. R7? You gotta be kidding!
Mine is coming in on Friday, this review was a big reason I picked it over the Versys. Thank you Mr. Courts.
I am hesitating as you two years ago (TTS660 and Versys 650).
Did you make the right choice?
Thank you in advance
@yassinezaghloul4184 i still have the triumph and I love it! I would say the only con is that the triumph dealer in my area has a higher hourly rate than other places so maintenence is slightly higher, but that may be regional.
I sold my Street triple R for lack of comfort and I could not control myself on it. Bought a versys 650 and sold it because of the poor build quality... Now triumph makes the perfect bike...
Just bought a Versys X 300 this year. Yeah, steel frame, conventional forks, wooden brakes...I could complain, but brand new leftover deal at $4,999 won me over. Arguably the best looking Versys and the only one with a 19 front. Lots of dirt roads around here. Can hang with a fast rider on his Husky 501 Supermoto and once on pavement, disappear. Tooth up on the counter and it does a real ton.
Triple lack comfort? Explain
I've been looking forward to this review because mine will be here in three weeks. Glad it got a thumbs up.
Great weather analogy. Really felt that and now I actually kinda want one in that beautiful blue.
Well done!! A great 1st bike and a great all arounder!!!
Very nice. I'm looking at getting something in this category for commuting and 2 up trips, and was hoping you might have a V-Strom 650 review coming soon...
Thanks for putting your life on the line for these reviews Zack! 😬 Always enjoy and very informative.
I know...I always worry a train will come from behind and take him out.
Already order mine 🤗 exited to ride 😁
WELL DONE, and obviously now I want one!!!!
Real test , thanks man
I’ve just realised that the much admired Yamaha Tracer 7 GT is not available in the US. That seems a real pity. It has a lot more pizazz than the Versys 650 and would certainly at least match the Triumph in the fun factor. That CP2 engine is a gem!
I would get the Tracer 7GT if it was available, but I see Yamaha's reasoning. It probably isn't worth the cost of bringing it over. I can count the number of Versys (650 + 1k) I have seen in person on one hand, including mine and 2 at the dealer. I think I saw one on a trip and once in a parking lot once.
I know this is quite a repeated phrase but, we are definitely lucky today for having so many choices of bikes.
UK viewer here, best road tests are done by Zack. Good bike, but with stay with my Versys 650 GT, brilliant bike.
Great review. I traded my street triple for the trident. Trident was a great bike but lacked the elements protection I realized I wanted. I now own the Lucerne blue tiger sport 660. Pick it up in 3 days :)
This bike reminds me of my Yamaha fz6r that I had for 4 years and made 55k miles on all types of roads, and LD touring.
However... I've always wanted a bit more power. Finally bought an fz6 instead. Liked it, but never loved it as much. Same with the fz1.
Moral: if you love it - enjoy it. And know that nothing is perfect.
I just picked up a 2013 FZ6R as my first bike 3 months ago. Already put 5k miles on it!
Excellent choice. Good for all types of riders form beginners to the experience riders. Unlike fz6 and fz1, it has more usable torque down low. I even put a +1 tooth front sprocket and it still had an excellent pull 2up yet better gear ratios.
Enjoy it!
@@FxRiderST The more torque comparison is deceptive. If you lay over both HP and torque charts, the non R doesn't give up that much and rewards the rider with 30 more hp at 12,500. The FZ6 gets you an aluminum frame, center stand, real wind protection and monoblock calipers. But then again I'm 64. If you're 24, and in love with the Rockstar Energy stars on it and faux R6 look, than the FZ6R is your ride. Don't even bother to race. 11.3 vs. 12.3 in the quarter. At 120 mph trap speed thats dozens of bike lengths.
@@kd350 It's all about what's talking to you, not what's on the paper...
For the reference I'm 60 and riding an ST1300 now.
Oh god... Feels like I waited for this one for eternity...
But now I've watched it... Feels like I'd remember it for perpetuity...
Thanks for a great review. Suggest you carry out a comparison once 2022 Versys 650 is out. Thanks.
Your weather analogy was pure genius
Living in Europe, another competitor to the Tiger 660 is the Tracer 700, I would like to here Zach's comparison between the tracer 700, Tiger 660 and Versys 650
I bought a 2022 Versys 650 today based on the daily rider analysis. The initial 120 miles were positive, seems to be an almost perfect bike for me.
I have a 2020 Versys 650 and love it too. The Tiger is interesting. I poked around and among Tiger owners there’s a universal dislike for the seat and optional comfort seat. And there isn’t much if any options in the aftermarket for seats, and limited options for screens, protection and comfort. Also some comments about vibrations at the instrument panel and handlebars. But there also appears to be a universal love for the 660 among its owners.
Grt review 👍🏽 . Nicely described
Love this style of review
heck yeah new daily rider!!
Your wheelie skills are unreal
Definitely need to upgrade that seat!
Great review
In the end, I think it's down to taste between the Tiger 660 and the Versys 650. Me? I'd go for the Versys. Japanese reliability, four more litres in the tank, and being bigger and heavier is better to me. Thanks for yet another excellent video, Zack!
This is reminding me a lot of the Tracer 900, the exhaust, swing arm and panniers
Yep, Triumph makes some pretty darn fine bikes these days. I think that’s attributed to the fact that they’re not a publicly traded company, and one man (Nick Bloor) gets to make the final decisions, and he’s pretty good at those decisions! I first purchased a Trophy SE in 2013, probably the best kept secret in touring bikes, then a Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Those bikes are 1000% different from each other, but both great at what they do. When browsing new bikes at multi-line dealers, I always gravitate towards the Triumph section. And of every new bike out there, the bike at the top of the ‘bikes I want’ list is a Rocket 3. Unfortunately, it’s also at the bottom of the ‘bikes I need’ list…. Oh well. Great review Zack!
Love the Daily Rider! This bike makes it difficult for me not to wanna unload my 2021 Versys 650 (wife's). My two cents is how about a 1200 Tiger Sport to update my 2010 Tiger 1050 SE. Hello? Triumph? How's about it?
Just hit 6000 miles on mine, daily commute 50 mile round trip in so cal and this bike is comfy and fun !
sweet
Nice! Just past 15k on mine, daily commute and weekend rides in NorCal. Great for filtering/splitting, comfy and fun!
Wow, Zach really had hard time putting it above Versys 650. I didn’t expect that 😊
Those new signs are freaking awesome!
Great review as always. It would be great if Daily Rider could think of a way to incorporate a comparison with "Battle Toad" and "Dave." Maybe Dave for the sport bikes and Battle Toad for the more standard street bikes.
Good idea.
Gr8 vid. Ride safe, god bless u.
What bike handles the best over shitty roads? Mt09 ,tiger 660,bmw900r etc? Whats the bike to check out
Oh man, This bike might be my future upgrade. Seems like a bike I could and vould keep for a loong time.
I just finished watching your video now I'm going to head out on a different kind of ride. We got over a foot of snow in Vt so I'm taking the snowmobile be for a spin. LOL
Great review - seems like this would be a good bike
Just FYI, with the Trident I acheived 67MPG/3.5L/100km on a full tank (on a roadtrip), so it's an engine that can do fuel efficiency. Then again, it tends to sing pretty well so it's tempting to open up more often.
Any techniques that you recommend to get that MPG? Glad to hear you had it in the 60s.. a lot of people have been trashing the fuel economy in reviews that I've seen.
@@willpopemusic Well, the gearbox is too short to get really good fuel economy past 50, and it starts to really go down past 65-70. But there's no secret or anything like that, with any bike, or motor vehicle for that matter: don't go crazy on acceleration, use the engine brake to slow down as much as possible, don't ride at high RPM, make sure your tires are inflated enough.
There is no secret really, it's all well known.
V Strom 650 XT Touring though? It's slightly less good as a highway bike than the Versys 650, but otherwise I find it to be just a bit better and more fun in most situations. I would love to see your opinion on it eventually.
Great reviews Zack. How about doing one on the Suzuki V Strom 650 during what might be the last year of the good old V Twin engine?