Triumph Trident 660 2021 vs. Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

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Overview - Triumph Trident 660 2021 vs Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

The Triumph Trident 660 2021 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 are both naked bikes that offer a range of features and specifications.

Starting with the engine and drive train, both bikes have in-line engines with fuel injection systems. The Triumph Trident 660 has a 660cc engine with 81 horsepower and 64 Nm of torque, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has a larger 776cc engine with 83 horsepower and 78 Nm of torque. Both bikes have liquid cooling systems.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The Triumph Trident 660 has a monoshock rear shock absorber with preload adjustment, while the Suzuki GSX-8S has a monoshock rear shock absorber with preload adjustment. The Suzuki GSX-8S has an aluminum rear suspension material, which may contribute to its overall lighter weight compared to the Triumph Trident 660.

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Both bikes have steel frames and double disc brakes in the front with a diameter of 310mm. However, the Suzuki GSX-8S has four-piston front brake calipers, which may provide better braking performance compared to the double-piston calipers on the Triumph Trident 660.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Suzuki GSX-8S also has additional features such as ride by wire and a shift assistant with blipper.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Suzuki GSX-8S has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1465mm compared to the 1401mm of the Triumph Trident 660. The seat height of the Suzuki GSX-8S is also slightly higher at 810mm compared to the 805mm of the Triumph Trident 660. The Suzuki GSX-8S is also slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 202kg compared to the 189kg of the Triumph Trident 660. Both bikes have a fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

In terms of equipment, both bikes have LED headlights and TFT displays. The Suzuki GSX-8S also has LED daytime running lights, providing additional visibility.

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

In terms of strengths, the Triumph Trident 660 has a powerful three-cylinder engine, good chassis and brakes, extensive electronic equipment, and optional quickshifter with blipper. The Suzuki GSX-8S has a high-quality overall concept, high-torque engine, stable handling, good seat and riding position, precise quickshifter, high-quality controls, and a very good display. The suspension on the Suzuki GSX-8S offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite the lack of adjustment options, and it also has good ergonomics.

In terms of weaknesses, the Triumph Trident 660 has a defensive traction control system. The Suzuki GSX-8S has a quickshifter and gearstick that require more operating force than usual, a slightly heavier weight compared to other bikes in its class, ABS controls that are defensively calibrated, and an engine that lacks rev reserves upwards.

Overall, both the Triumph Trident 660 2021 and the Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 offer a range of features and specifications, with each bike having its own strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and priorities when choosing between the two.

Technical Specifications Triumph Trident 660 2021 compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Triumph Trident 660 2021
Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore74 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke51.1 mmStroke70 mm
Engine powerEngine power81 HPEngine power83 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque64 NmTorque78 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.95 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, AntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders3Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement660 ccmDisplacement776 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandShowaBrandKayaba
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake24.6 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail107.3 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth795 mmWidth775 mm
HeightHeight1,089 mmHeight1,105 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,401 mmWheelbase1,465 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height805 mmSeat Height810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)189 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)202 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange304 kmRange333 km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.6 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.2 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

You can tell that the Trident is a new bike. Triumph has developed the necessary ingredients for the year 2021 with pinpoint accuracy. Cheeky but not intrusive sound, a lively engine and a comprehensive electronics package including quickshifter are simply fun. A casual motorbike that even experienced riders can have a lot of fun riding.

Powerful three-cylinder powerplant

surprisingly good chassis and brakes for this class

extensive electronic equipment

optional quickshifter with blipper

simple and accessible controls

Traction control overall very defensive

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

Suzuki GSX-8S 2023

For years, Suzuki was the brand that offered nice bikes at a good price/performance ratio. With the Suzuki GSX-8S, the brand is much more self-confident. It presents itself as high-quality, mature and places itself at the top of a hard-fought class. The unspectacular performance data and the relatively high weight tarnish the picture only briefly. During the test rides, the Suzuki was completely convincing. A really good motorbike.

Full-grown and high-quality overall concept

high-torque engine

first-class running culture, stable handling, overall very high-quality impression

Very good seat

Great nakedbike riding position

Good and precise quickshifter

high-quality controls

very good display

Suspension offers reserves for a wide range of uses despite lack of adjustment options

Good ergonomics

Quickshifter and gearstick require a little more operating force than usual

Motorbike somewhat heavier than other bikes in this class

ABS controls very defensively

Engine has no rev reserves upwards

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Trident 660 vs Suzuki GSX-8S

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Trident 660 2021 and a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 is about 5% higher. Compared to Suzuki GSX-8S 2023 there are less Triumph Trident 660 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 23 compared to 173. It takes less time to sell a Suzuki GSX-8S with 59 days compared to 85 days for the Triumph Trident 660. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the Triumph Trident 660 and 13 reviews for the Suzuki GSX-8S since model year 2023. The first review for the Triumph Trident 660 was published on 10/30/2020 and now has more than 76,700 views. This compares to more than 47,300 views for the first review on Suzuki GSX-8S published on 11/8/2022.

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