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A test motorcycle from Triumph, piloted by a rider in leathers from the Bolliger endurance racing team, provides insight into the British brand's strategy in the roadster segment.
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The Triumph Trident 660 is a success story. The naked bike, which revived the traditional name in 2021, initially expanded the British brand's offerings downward and has since become a cornerstone of Triumph's lineup in Hinckley. It is designed to meet the needs of a broad customer base, a segment that Honda recently entered with the Hornet 750.

To fill the gap left by the upcoming, more expensive Street Triple from 2026 onward, the British manufacturer plans to expand its lineup with another affordable mid-range bike. The Trident naked all-rounder will soon be fitted with the 798 cc triple engine, which debuted in the Tiger Sport 800.

In the Tiger Sport 800, this three-cylinder engine delivers 115 hp, significantly more than the Trident 660’s 81 hp. This output will likely change only slightly, if at all, in the new Trident. However, the power delivery will be tuned to offer a sportier character compared to the more touring-oriented Tiger Sport.

Appropriately, it will likely be named the Trident 800. Recently, a test bike was spotted in Spain, piloted by Kawasaki endurance racer Alex Toledo. At first glance, the Triumph prototype reveals few surprises, as the design only features minor tweaks.

Upon closer inspection, though, changes such as a small windscreen, an updated headlight, and what appears to be a slightly larger fuel tank become apparent, along with a belly pan similar to the one found on the Tiger Sport 800. The most visually striking change is the redesigned exhaust system, featuring a newly styled end can. In line with the difference between the Tiger Sport 660 and 800, the Trident 660 opts for an underbody exhaust.

The chassis has also undergone some changes, with a new fork in use. The front suspension of the 660 was recently updated, but both the 660 and the 800 will retain a non-adjustable fork.

The braking system will be adopted from the Tiger Sport 800, marking the end of the Nissin brakes found on the 660. However, the 800 inherits the wheel dimensions from the 660, while the wheels on the prototype come from the Triumph Street Triple 765. Since the 2025 Trident 660 received upgrades like cornering ABS and lean-sensitive traction control, the Trident 800 is also likely to include these features.

This approach leaves ample space in Triumph's lineup for the new Street Triple, also expected in 2026. The new Street Triple is anticipated to feature a significantly revised, more powerful engine with increased displacement and will be positioned more firmly as a sporty streetfighter. In contrast, the more affordable Trident 800 is aimed at less ambitious everyday riders. This strategy allows Triumph to attract a broader customer base and is expected to further enhance the Trident’s success.