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

[thumperjdm]

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!

[peterwilson]

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.

[IanBigol]

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.

[mauroignelzi]

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 😊

[spacecadethiking]

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.

[MrRGM]

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

[tominglis]

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.

[Alex-Rocks]

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!

[xXSillyBillyXx]

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.

[christophervincent]

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.

[Alex_mkII]

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

[Megatronk]

I own a sport 660 and I can’t get enough of the bike even after a year. I would really enjoy seeing that tiger sport 660 track day out of you, this is such a fun bike to zip around on

[ptilrem]

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.

[aToxicPotato]

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

[TheGentlemanRider]

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

[R-Tap]

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

[aToxicPotato]

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.

[derekbeach]

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

[Caballerourbano]

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

[chrisl]

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.