The British motorcycle brand Triumph has introduced the new avatar Trible Tribute Edition of Trident 660. This special variant pays tribute to the famous racing bike ‘Slippery Sam’. This bike with a strong look, advance technology and brilliant performance is set to create a new identity in the Middleweight Naked segment.
The avatar of this legend bike came back
British bike manufacturer Triumph has launched a new and limited edition of its popular middleweight naked bike Trident 660 – Triumph Trident 660 Triple Tribute Edition. This variant is a tribute to the 1970s legendary bike ‘Slippery Sam’, which won 5 consecutive times in the ISLE of Man TT race.
Inspired look and design from racing
The look of this edition is exactly inspired by the racing bike. It has a special tri-collar scheme of Cobalt Blue and Diablo Red with Sapphire Black body paint. The ’67’ race number built on the fuel tank is reminiscent of the historical bike that created a panic on the track in the 70s.
- Diablo red color alloy wheels
- Black flyscreen
- Special race-themed graphics
- All of them together give it a special and attractive racer look.
Strong features that make it special
Several premium features have been included against the standard version-
Trim shift assist…
- Facility to shift gear without clutch.
- Makes riding smooth and sharp.
Optimized Carsing Abs…
- Imu sensor based system.
- Control and safe braking also while turning.
Cruise Control…
- Makes the long ride comfortable.
- Extremely useful for highway riders.
Riding modes…
- Three riding modes: Road, Rain, Sport.
- Better control according to different seasons and circumstances.
Connectivity System…
- Smartphone connectivity with TFT display.
- Direct access to call, music and navigation.
Engine and performance
Although the engine in it is the same as the standard Trident 660, but no compromise has been made on the performance.
- 660cc inline 3-cylinder liquid cooled engine
- 81 bhp power and 63.7 Nm torque
- 6-speed gearbox and quickshifter support
This engine has been tuned to perform everywhere from urban traffic to highway.
Suspension and braking system…
Suspension:
41mm Showa USD Forks in front
Pre-load adjustable showwa monoshock in rear
Breaking:
Front: 310mm dual disc
Rear: 255mm single disc
These features prepare the bike for both the city and the track.
Price and hope of launch in India
The price of this special edition in the international market is around $ 8,595 (about 7.26 lakh rupees). Its launch in India has not been confirmed at present, but if it comes, it may cost a little more than the existing Trident 660.
Although its price is slightly higher, but for those who want style, technology and performance together, this bike can become a perfect choice.
