2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660: NEW LEADER OF THE PACK

Triumph’s new Tiger Sport 660 looks to offer impressive levels of specification and a huge amount of practicality, all for a relatively small amount of money. So, is it now the ultimate middleweight adventure machine, and would it do enough to tempt us away from expensive, bigger capacity adventure bikes?

- Carl Stevens

I really do love the middleweight adventure sector. Sure, it’s not as packed as the big capacity end of machinery but with offerings such as Kawasaki’s Versys 650 and Yamaha’s Tracer 7, you do get a lot of bang for your buck. Whether you fancy touring, going two-up or even going for a spirited Sunday afternoon ride, they deliver the goods for well under the five-figure mark – and now there’s a new contender on the block.

When Triumph released its Trident 660 a few years ago it seemed only natural that a mini Tiger would follow soon, and finally it’s here. Utilising the same 660cc engine from its naked sibling, the Tiger Sport 660 produces 64Nm torque alongside 80bhp peak power, which will deliver a sporty yet smooth and linear character throughout the rev range, just as the Trident offers in such abundance. It’s then been gifted Showa 41mm USD forks (with 150mm of travel) and a Showa Monoshock, which has not just been optimised for general riding, but has been tailored for a pillion, too. Braking power comes from Nissin two-piston sliding callipers at the front, while the Tiger Sport 660 also comes equipped with 5-spoke, 17-inch cast aluminium wheels, which are kitted out with Michelin Road 5 rubber.