Honda CB750 Hornet vs Triumph Trident 660

Verdict

The Honda CB750 Hornet wins this comparison comfortably, 67 points to 54.6.

The gap of 12.4 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the CB750 Hornet takes 8.8 points out of the Trident 660. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the CB750 Hornet is the quicker machine: 91.8 hp and 75 Nm moving 190 kg, against 81 hp and 64 Nm moving 190 kg for the Trident 660. That is 0.48 hp per kilo playing 0.43.

The CB750 Hornet costs €7,990, which leaves €305 in your pocket against the Trident 660 at €8,295. Service intervals run 12,000 km on the CB750 Hornet and 16,000 km on the Trident 660.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Honda CB750 Hornet or the Triumph Trident 660?

The Honda CB750 Hornet. It carries 0.48 hp per kilo (91.8 hp, 190 kg wet) against 0.43 hp per kilo for the Triumph Trident 660 (81 hp, 190 kg).

Is the Honda CB750 Hornet cheaper than the Triumph Trident 660?

The Honda CB750 Hornet is cheaper at €7,990 list, €305 less than the Triumph Trident 660 at €8,295.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Honda CB750 Hornet. Its 795 mm seat is 10 mm lower than the Triumph Trident 660, and at 190 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the CB750 Hornet or the Trident 660?

The Triumph Trident 660, which scores 10 of 10 tech points with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter, cruise control and phone connectivity. The Honda CB750 Hornet counters with a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Honda CB750 Hornet: 353 km from its 15.2 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 298 km for the Triumph Trident 660.

Which bike wins overall?

The Honda CB750 Hornet, scoring 67 of 100 against 54.6 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.