Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 vs. Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

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Overview - Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 vs Triumph Trident 660 2021

The Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 and the Triumph Trident 660 2021 are both naked bikes from Triumph, but they have some key differences in terms of their technical specifications and strengths.

Starting with the Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021, it features a 1200cc in-line crankpin offset engine that delivers 80 horsepower and 105 Nm of torque. The fuel system is injection-based, and it has a liquid cooling system. The bike has a double cradle steel frame and a telescopic fork front suspension from Kayaba. The rear suspension is a swing arm with dual shock absorbers also from Kayaba. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 310mm and Brembo brand, and it is equipped with ABS as an advanced rider assistance system. The front tire has a width of 100mm and a diameter of 18 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 150mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The bike has a wheelbase of 1450mm, a seat height of 790mm, and a kerb weight of 236kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 14.5 liters, and it has a range of 308km with a combined fuel consumption of 4.7l/100km.

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021

The strengths of the Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 include its classic forms in their purest form, a superior engine, ergonomics that fit almost everyone, high quality of workmanship and materials, and a comfortable ride. However, it has a weakness in terms of limited lean angle clearance, and the chassis may reach its limits at a brisk pace.

On the other hand, the Triumph Trident 660 2021 features a 660cc in-line three-cylinder engine that delivers 81 horsepower and 64 Nm of torque. It also has an injection-based fuel system and a liquid cooling system. The bike has a steel perimeter frame and an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension from Showa. The rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock absorber, also from Showa. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 310mm and Nissin brand, and it is equipped with ABS, riding modes, and traction control as advanced rider assistance systems. The front tire has a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The bike has a wheelbase of 1401mm, a seat height of 805mm, and a kerb weight of 189kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 14 liters, and it has a range of 304km with a combined fuel consumption of 4.6l/100km.

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

The strengths of the Triumph Trident 660 2021 include its powerful three-cylinder powerplant, surprisingly good chassis and brakes for this class, extensive electronic equipment including riding modes and traction control, and the availability of an optional quickshifter with blipper. The bike also has simple and accessible controls. However, it has a weakness in terms of the traction control being overall very defensive.

In summary, the Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 and the Triumph Trident 660 2021 are both impressive naked bikes from Triumph, but they cater to different preferences. The Bonneville T120 Black offers a classic design, a powerful engine, and comfortable ergonomics, while the Trident 660 provides a sportier performance with its three-cylinder engine, advanced electronics, and agile chassis. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and riding style.

Technical Specifications Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 compared to Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021
Triumph Trident 660 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore97.6 mmBore74 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke51.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power80 HPEngine power81 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,550 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque105 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10 Compression Ratio11.95
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,200 ccmDisplacement660 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandKayabaBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
BrandBrandKayabaBrandShowa
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typePerimeter
RakeRake64.5 degreeRake24.6 degree
TrailTrail105.2 mmTrail107.3 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter310 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter255 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
BrandBrandNissinBrandNissin

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WidthWidth780 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,089 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,401 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)236 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)189 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity14.5 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A
RangeRange308 kmRange304 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions107 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions107 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.7 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption4.6 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021

Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021

You can't ride a retro bike more convincingly than on the Triumph Bonneville T120. The name conveys so much classic flair that the actual riding almost takes a back seat. That would be a shame, though, because if you don't care about performance on the last jag, the Bonnie with its superior twin offers a successful all-round carefree package that makes big and small happy. For friends of understatement, the Black Edition offers the best option of the T120, where most of the chrome parts are replaced by matt black accents, which perfectly rounds off the discreet appearance.

Classic forms in their purest form

superior engine

ergonomics fit almost everyone

high quality of workmanship and materials

comfortable.

Little lean angle clearance

chassis reaches its limits at a brisk pace

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Bonneville T120 Black vs Triumph Trident 660

There are a few key differences between a Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 and a Triumph Trident 660 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 is about 56% higher. Compared to Triumph Trident 660 2021 there are less Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 7 compared to 23. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Trident 660 with 85 days compared to 173 days for the Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. Since model year 2016 1000PS.de editors have written 9 reviews for the Triumph Bonneville T120 Black and 20 reviews for the Triumph Trident 660 since model year 2021. The first review for the Triumph Bonneville T120 Black was published on 3/15/2016 and now has more than 56,800 views. This compares to more than 76,700 views for the first review on Triumph Trident 660 published on 10/30/2020.

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