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No motorcycle is perfect, if the seat isn’t to your liking you can always get it modified to your liking, same goes for every other part of a motorcycle.But for the money the Tiger 660 Sport is hard to beat!
This BIKE is clean, tight, and Tidy and well built and the finish is Premium. Excellent handling, easy clutch, and extremely agile. There are No 'falling off' parts like this guys says. lol. And she has a Powerful bullet proof Triple that Triumph has used for years. I own one. Best bike I've ever had. And the stock tires are top of the line.
Con todo respeto te hubieras comprado una tiger 900! Me parece que las Sport 660 es una moto excelente, solo le encontras errores! Habría que ver cuál es tu estilo de conducción para sacar conclusiones ! Se me hace que hace poco manejas motos !
My wife and I had a test ride on one today. Roughly 100 miles of Lincolnshire (UK) roads, ranging from 60 and 70 mph A roads, through city streets, down to narrow country lanes with potholes, and grass growing up the middle. I'm 5'7" and my wife is a little shorter. No problem with the seat height, either solo or 2 up. Clutch is light, gear box a bit notchy (but not yet run in). Went up a hill, 2 up, at a steady 30 mph in 6th gear, so plenty of torque. Chugs around town happily in 4th, 5th or 6th. Only criticisms: the gear ratios are very close together, and it could do with a taller gear for cruising. However, the handling is excellent, the suspension copes well 2-up with rough country roads at 50 - 60 mph, and overtakes are easy. A nice light and smooth bike. Update: we ordered one the next day. Black with panniers, tail rack and heated grips. Reserved for delivery in March 2024! Our requirements: mid capacity, a bit more power than the Guzzi that we've had for a few years, decent luggage capacity, and good pillion accommodation. So few non-retro bikes have comfortable pillion seats unless you go for 1200 cc or more. My wife found the pillion seat comfortable on a 100 mile ride on which I went looking for bad road surfaces instead of trying to avoid them.
I have a TS660 and just completed the 1000km service interval. The seat is hard and the knees do get stiff from the riding position after about 90 minutes. I'm 178 cm, 75 kg, with 81cm inseam.
I bought the TS 660 as a singleperson bike. It is obvious that it is not really designed as a two up tourer. It is a mix of the superb Street Triple which cannot tour and the Tiger Sport 1050 which is a brilliant two up tourer. I love the TS 660, it is great in cities and can do motorways. It is a superb bike for this money
most of the reviews for the 660 Sport compare the bike with it's main rivals, Yamaha Tracer 700, Kawasaki Versys 650, BMW F750 GS and Suzuki's V Strom 650 XT. Every one of these bikes is designed and built to a budget and will have characteristics that appeal to different riders, along with individual niggles or issues that put a potential buyer off. Fundamentally, you could tour on all the above bikes, with a passenger, plus luggage, use them for your daily commute, or for some more spirited riding on the twisty roads. This is why they are good 'All rounders' and will suit many different riders, but non of them are dedicated tourers, commuters or sports bikes. You have to accept the compromise with bikes like these and that's why owners will always find certain things that aren't quite right or could be changed to better suit their own personal requirements. How many motorcycle riders do you know that buy a bike purely based on logic or rationale? A bike has to appeal to your heart as well as your head and if, after a few months of ownership, you find things about it that get on your nerves or annoy you, then if it can't be rectified easily, I suggest you trade it in for something else until you find the right bike for you. Rattley fairings can be damped very simply with some dynamat or similar....
Thank you for your feedback and advice on fairings. You are absolutely right! There always will be a compromise for any given motorcycle. The most important to enjoy riding it :)
LIKE OK...This is TOTALLY SUBJECTIVE. Bottom line, This guy has *no idea what he is talking about*. I have one, and its *TOPS* all the way around for its size and class. Triumph Did a GREAT Job on this bike. THIS VIDEO IS BOGUS! TOTAL PROPAGNDA. SIGNED an actual TIGER 660 Owner!
Hi, thanks for your feedback. I am the actual owner of the bike and have had it for a year now. I put enough miles on it to share my experience, but I agree that comfort is subjective. It is a perfect motorcycle but has its drawbacks in my opinion.
@@SergeyVikultsev You could find drawbacks with a box of cereal. or a portable radio. The 660 tiger is a great motorcycle is its class and weight. Objectivity is largely missing here.
It’s interesting where we are at with this size and class of motorcycles after almost 40 years of riding. I had a 700cc Honda Nighthawk S. (1984, blue version) It had a great seat for long two-up rides. It had a centerstand, self-adjusting valves, shaft drive, adjustable handlebar position (two ways). It had a small bikini fairing that kept the wind off you up to your neck so my helmet was in clean air. And best of all it was electric smooth because the engine was completely rubber mounted, possible because it had shaft drive. The engine tune was completely biased toward the top end, but that made it very exciting to ride. Of course it was a boat anchor compared to this Triumph, but I’m not seeing an overall improvement in value and comfort for the buyer.
I have this one since June: yes, the seat is a torture and wind protection should be much better (higher shield). I have trouble with my left knee, but on this one i can do hundreds of kilometers without pain, really nice comfort. And the shaky front plastics ? Well, it is not a K1600. Additional the lights are great, even better than my car. The biggest benefits are motor and quickshifter. It feels soooo good!
Ich schreibe in meiner Muttersprache Deutsch. Mein Englisch versteht sowieso keiner. Ich besitze die Tiger 660 seit einem Jahr und bin absolut glücklich. Die Maschine hat was man braucht. Keine überflüssigen Spielereien, sondern solide Technik . Ich fahre mit der Tiger Sport 660 zu jeder Jahreszeit und jedem Wetter. Die Maschine hat für meine Ansprüche genug Power und ist auch für längere Touren gut geeignet. Und ich wurde schon häufig darauf angesprochen, was denn das für ein schönes Motorrad ist. Das erlebt man mit keiner GS. I love the Tiger Sport 660!
Hallo. Ich stimme zu, das ist eine fantastische Maschine. Besonders für kleinere Fahrer. Ich weiß nicht, warum die Leute von großen Motorrädern besessen sind. Danke, dass Sie sich meine Videos angesehen haben.
On my testride with this bike, I liked it, but still something was not perfekt. So the next day I took the Tiger 900 GT on a testride and was fallen in live with that bike! At the moment I am nit able to buy a Tiger 900 GT, but maybe I should eait until I will have got enough money for the 900. I am 1,83 m tall an the Tiger 900 feels the perfekt size for me. The engine has a lot of torque from the start, what I realy like!
Hi Stefan, thanks or sharing. I feel like 900 will be a very good and versatile option if you want Triumph. It will definitely provide more premium feel. Which is noticeable in details. This bike is still good comparing to competitions, mostly because of engine and its charisma, but not perfect in some other things, but this is an entry bike same time.
Hi, I am 191 cm and 103 kg and can drive it all day long, so it must depend on your upper torso/leg ratio. As a 660, I wouldn't use this for two up and long trips, that much is true. You have better and larger machines for that, even though the short gearing takes care of the extra weight without issues. It's a nimble little machine, that I prefer to my S1000XR for smaller roads and twisties, as it has power everywhere, unlike the XR's 4 cylinder engine.
If the passenger is sliding into you or you find your forks diving too much you are not driving with your pillion in mind. If you observe the road far enough ahead and ride smoothly there should be no requirement to brake hard ever. That doesn’t mean you are riding slowly, good observation will allow you to make good progress. The exception being an emergency of course. At junctions you can stop using the front brake for the last meter or two and come smooth to a stop on the rear only.
That’s right! Observing and predicting the traffic and road conditions will definitely make it better experience. I am referring mostly to situations when you have unexpected situations or need to break harder than predicted.
Agreed. Reading the road, looking ahead, planning, and riding smoothly means less wear and tear on the bike, the rider, and the passenger. Also, you get there in roughly the same amount of time. There is very little that is sudden or unexpected if you ride properly. When you ride aggressively, everyone else turns into an unpredictable idiot. Coincidence?
It's clutch is adjustable. When you say not adjustable uts not true. Just twist the big ring to loosen n the ineer stem to the desired clutch position. Its manual adjustment like any other cabled clutch. Unless it's hydraulic then it's like the brake lever adjustments.
Thanks Alan! I need to check this, as far as I can see, it allows you to adjust clutch free play and engagement level, not lever position itself. So when clutch disks are wearing off you can adjust to It. Maybe I am wrong, I will test it.
@@SergeyVikultsev Pls do try Sergey, you need to loosen the big outer stem anticlockwise (should be tight, try with a plier) then adjust the smaller inner by clockwise as well (clockwise higher clutch feel. Anticlockwise lower clutch engagement). Adjust n feel by clutching with engine running. When the clutch release engagement is at desired position. Turn the big ring clockwise to tighten to set it in position. Often used when our clutch plates gets worn. Cheers n see if it works for you.
Hi Sergey, I test rode a 660 Sport a few days ago, it was great apart from the seat. You're right it is a pain in the ass. One hour max riding time for me. I've watched numerous RU-vid "reviews" and nobody else has mentioned this. Do they never ride these bikes for more than an hour? Do they think it will make them look uncool? I'll watch your other videos in this series.
1:40: ABSOLUTELY correct about the dumb passenger grab-handles. grab handles used to be across the back of the seat - a much better option imo. in the early 1990s some wally decided side handles would be a good idea. YOYOY ?? whoever designed those grab handles has obviously NEVER ridden pillion. tenner on it
Makes you wonder if its that bad why it got MCN bike of the year then! They do a comfort seat low by 20mltrs or standard that takes about a 1000 miles to bed in
Sure, if you spec it the price will get into 900cc territory.. But it will be unspeced out 900 territory. So not comparable. You reckon its uncomfortable for 6ft tall over 500km... Ok so what bike is light and nimble not tiring over 500km,???
You are right. I mentioned that in one of the videos. For some people surprisingly this bike can be comfortable on even long distances. Unfortunately that is not my case.
It's 7k at the end of the day, I think it's as good if not better than offerings from other manufacturers, Perhaps you should have bought the 900 GT pro at twice the price!
@@radiantmind8729 true, it is 9300 Euro in Europe. The 900Gt is a much better bike and worth the extra money. If not, why not take used Tiger 800xr which also is a good quality bike!
@@stefanjepp6612 Well, I'm actually not looking for an adventure bike. I'm in the market for more of a sporty all-rounder with some touring capability, and the Tiger 660 seems to fit the bill for that. Where I live will require lots of highway travel at 70mph or more, and I am concerned about cheap plastics rattling. That would be extremely irritating. I've also seen reviews saying the Tiger 660 is often slow to start. I find that concerning as well. All that being said, I do love the look of the bike, and I haven't seen anything else quite like it from other brands.
I added the comfort seat and stiffer front sprocket. Solved those issues. I like riding higher because I can see the road better and I’m more likely to go over anything in the way instead of into it. It’s not a racing bike btw.
Thank you for video. This is very helpful. At Truimph, I got to sit on the motorcycle. Had a pillion sit on the back. I decided not to buy it just because the pillion and I would not be comfortable with the seat. Pillion comfort is very important to me especially on long rides. Appreciate your evaluation.
They make a comfort seat, also make your pillion where motorbike trousers with the sticky stuff on the butt, brembo sinister pads and Öhlins progressiv fork springs will help preformens, but to be honest, if you plan on going touring halfway around the world with a pillion you might wan`t a different bike.
I ordered comfort seat to compare. Of course going to a long distance you need bigger bike. I think all issues are personal. Even with the seat, also depends on trousers you are wearing.
@@SergeyVikultsev Yes I agree, mostly personal issues and what you demand of the bike, but it is great to hear others oppinions and experiances, when you want to make a choice for your self, but in the end you need to listen to your self and make sure it cover your needs, I would like my next bike to be fun and great in the twisties, as that is where I enjoy motorbiking the most, but also be good/easy at every day commuting as well as a bit of weekend touring and still be on a budget, as I am in Denmark and Bikes (and cars) are expensive here (+13,000 £ for this one in DK) so I am looking for a light middel weight sporty bike with an upright seating possion that is`t too expensive to buy/run and maintain, I think this one come very close, I am courious how big of a different the comfort seat will make ? as this seems to be one of the weak points people have an issues with, I would also like to know how well the quick shifter works and the heated grips as those 3 things would be stuff I might want beside the panniers.
Saw this model in the flesh and it did not make the mark for me. It could do with better finish, even better paint/graphics job. This bike is perfect, but they need to produce it as a premium model, and not a budget bike. Then it will be unbeatable.
My guess is that they wanted to make it a city bike with some touring capabilities. That’s why they needed to compromise on some elements and comfort, and bring the price down.
If you are going pick up a stranger on the internet for their English, the expression you were looking for is "pidgin English". It is nothing to do with the bird, pigeon.
The tiger 660 is a budget version of tiger 900. I've rode the tiger 900 rally pro and it has definitely a lot better seat compared to the 660s seat. If i got the money i would get the rally pro without a doubt.
For sure, the 660 is an entry-level bike. And it’s not meant to be a touring bike to cover long distances. 900 is more serious and more comfortable. But it all comes with a price, just as you said.
No. The tiger is the sister bike of the Trident with modifications to the chassis, for the touring. Its not a budget bike. its middle range for this middle weight and class of bike. Triumph got everything about the 660 Tiger sport right. I own one!
Very useful.. Am now thinking of Versys 650.. But this one looks better than V650.. Thanks man.. 👍🏼 seat is my only concern.. I used to ride long hours.. Any gel seats can avoid the seating comfort issues? Did you try that?
I think triple engine makes this bike much more fun to ride comparing to Versys or Tracer. But Kawasaki usually very good in terms of comfort. I have very little experience with gel seats, and so far they didn’t change situation much. But maybe I am just unlucky :)
@@XploreRides also, it depends. Some people are just fine with the seat. For me this seat is fine for short trips (~1 hour ride). I am sure there will be aftermarket options available in the future. But it will take time because this bike is new.
Sahara Seats in India make custom seats with your choice of thickness of gel pad & foam etc.. Automotive upholsters could make a custom seat for you too. Just about every stock bike seat ain't that good & start to get a saw arse after 60-90mins & once seat broken in 90-120mins is good for a stock seat.
The comfort seat is certainly much better, though I can not say it is perfect either. The standard one was killing me after one hour, the comfort one doesn't. I also agree on the wind buffetting, it is bad regardless of the screen position. My Puig 2.0 deflector has just arrived, I am hoping it'll help.
@@SergeyVikultsev hI!! We have the same height..im 1,86 too. Im 82 kg. I have not ride it but i have take a sit on it in a festival.. i think ts litle small. I ride a tdm 900 and im seriusly consider to sell it and buy the 660.. what do you think , i want ask about the throtle is it strong enough?
@@spirosk.8732 the bike is good, enough engine power and torque. But it is small if you are 180+, and because of that few things will come along which you wouldn’t like. Nothing bad with the bike, it is just size. If you can stretch the budget, 850 can be a solution. Or look for alternatives auch as Kawasaki or Yamaha, a bit bigger bikes.
I just took test ride yesterday, i agree with front panel being shaky ,fit and finish also not upto triumph standard, the cost cutting is evident. I felt the bars weren't wide enough for my liking. It's really good engine on budget chasis. Triumph 850sport seems ideal for entry level dudes.
@@spangoz1000 The paint and build quality looks great! But when riding the plastics rattle/vibrate all the time. Much worse than the Japanese competition. It is stable on the highway and easy to ride in the rain. It can corner and wheely like a hooligan, so no complains on the chassis there. Still I regret buying this bike.
Love my 2015 Vstrom 650cc. It is built heavy duty. Ive dropped mine several times and it just keeps running. Perfect for me. Keep in mind it is heavier than TS660, but you will grow into it. The weight difference is a big deal especially when a large semi truck passes me.
@@saz123ful I have the TS660, and I've put almost 4000 miles on it with 0 issues. Triumph offers a (CHEAP) upgraded comfort seat that is well worth the money. The things he complains about in the video are pointless, honestly. I'm taller than he is and I've had no trouble with the wind protection at all, he doesn't seem to have realized that the windscreen in adjustable. Trust me, go with the 660, you won't regret it (but get the comfort seat)
Sergey, thanks...just wondering how tall you actually are...or have I missed it? Otherwise this comment of yours re the height of the rider is not much of a help to me.
Thank you for this video! It helps me understand that I am not alone in this. I 100% regret buying this bike every day. I have all of your issues. On all of my Kawasaki and Suzuki tourers (even CFmoto) I can ride longer without pain from the seat or knees. Feels like a sportbike on touring suspension. The engine is lacking character, just like a electric bike. Very slow fly-by-wire throttle, and the TSC kicks in way to early. OEM top and side cases are way to expensive. The fuel cap opens the wrong way. Only positive for me is that it is very economical.
MORE PROPAGANDA. There is NO PAIN in the knees or seat. You have some medical condition. THE ENGINE IS a tried and true Triple and is full of character and torque and power. You guys are making complete fools of yourselves. Who paid you? Nothing wrong with the Throttle, and NO, the TSC does not 'kick in' too early. You had to make up a lot of garbage to have this bike sound like its absolutely the worse. Well, Actual TRIUMPH owners are laughing at you. So find another hobby.
Why do all the bikes these days, sit the pillion so much higher than the rider? My partner is 180cm tall & she feels uncomfortable sat so high. maybe turf the tractor engine out of the Bonneville & put the 3 cylinder engine in?
