BMW F 800 R 2015 vs. Triumph Trident 660 2021

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

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Overview - BMW F 800 R 2015 vs Triumph Trident 660 2021

In terms of engine power, the BMW F 800 R 2015 comes out on top with 90 HP compared to the Triumph Trident 660 2021's 81 HP. The BMW also has a higher torque of 86 Nm compared to the Trident's 64 Nm. However, the Trident has an advantage in terms of its engine configuration, with 3 cylinders compared to the BMW's 2 cylinders. The BMW has a larger displacement of 798 ccm, while the Trident has a smaller displacement of 660 ccm.

Both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arm suspension for the rear. The BMW has an aluminum frame, while the Trident has a steel frame. The BMW's frame type is a twin tube, load-bearing engine, while the Trident's frame type is a perimeter frame.

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front. However, the BMW has four pistons for the front brake pistons, while the Trident has double pistons.

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the BMW has suspension that is electronically adjustable, while the Trident has ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Trident also offers an optional quickshifter with a blipper, which the BMW does not have.

Both bikes have the same front and rear tire dimensions, with a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The BMW has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1520 mm compared to the Trident's 1401 mm. The seat height of the BMW is adjustable between 790-820 mm, while the Trident has a fixed seat height of 805 mm.

In terms of fuel tank capacity, the BMW has a larger capacity of 15 liters compared to the Trident's 14 liters.

Triumph Trident 660 2021

Triumph Trident 660 2021

In terms of strengths, the BMW F 800 R 2015 is praised for its high-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC, and ASC. It is also described as very universally usable, fast to ride, and still comfortable. On the other hand, the Triumph Trident 660 2021 is praised for its powerful three-cylinder powerplant, surprisingly good chassis and brakes for its class, and extensive electronic equipment. It also offers an optional quickshifter with a blipper and has simple and accessible controls.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW F 800 R 2015 is criticized for becoming relatively high-priced when implementing all the extras. It is also mentioned that while it is impressive on paper and while riding, it lacks that certain something to become "cult" like a Monster or a Street Triple. The Triumph Trident 660 2021 is criticized for having very defensive traction control.

Overall, the BMW F 800 R 2015 and the Triumph Trident 660 2021 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The BMW offers more power and torque, as well as high-quality equipment, while the Trident offers a powerful three-cylinder engine and extensive electronic equipment. The choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications BMW F 800 R 2015 compared to Triumph Trident 660 2021

BMW F 800 R 2015
Triumph Trident 660 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore82 mmBore74 mm
StrokeStroke75.6 mmStroke51.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power90 HPEngine power81 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque86 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,800 rpmRpm at Torque6,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.02 Compression Ratio11.95
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Can be restricted for A2 licenceCan be restricted for A2 licenceYesCan be restricted for A2 licenceYes
DisplacementDisplacement798 ccmDisplacement660 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engineFrame typePerimeter

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustableAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, 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
WidthWidth860 mmWidth795 mm
HeightHeight1,235 mmHeight1,089 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,520 mmWheelbase1,401 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height790,770,820 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

The F 800 R is a motorbike without any real weaknesses, but remains rather unobtrusive overall even after the update. A very positive feature is the overall equipment, which is of very high quality in this league.

High-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC and ASC

very universally usable

fast to ride and still comfortable

The affordable entry-level bike becomes relatively high-priced when you implement all the extras

terrific on paper and while riding, but it lacks that certain something to become "cult" like a Monster or a Street Triple.

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 BMW F 800 R vs Triumph Trident 660

There are a few key differences between a BMW F 800 R 2015 and a Triumph Trident 660 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Triumph Trident 660 2021 is about 10% higher. Compared to Triumph Trident 660 2021 there are less BMW F 800 R 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 14 compared to 23. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Trident 660 with 85 days compared to 89 days for the BMW F 800 R. Since model year 2009 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the BMW F 800 R and 20 reviews for the Triumph Trident 660 since model year 2021. The first review for the BMW F 800 R was published on 10/10/2008 and now has more than 8,900 views. This compares to more than 76,700 views for the first review on Triumph Trident 660 published on 30/10/2020.

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