KTM 790 Duke vs Triumph Trident 660

Verdict

The KTM 790 Duke wins this comparison clearly, 61.9 points to 54.6.

The gap of 7.3 points is built mostly in engine and performance, where the 790 Duke takes 14 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 790 Duke is the quicker machine: 95 hp and 87 Nm moving 184 kg, against 81 hp and 64 Nm moving 190 kg for the Trident 660. That is 0.52 hp per kilo playing 0.43.

The Trident 660 costs €8,295, which leaves €704 in your pocket against the 790 Duke at €8,999. Service intervals run 16,000 km on the Trident 660 and 15,000 km on the 790 Duke.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the KTM 790 Duke or the Triumph Trident 660?

The KTM 790 Duke. It carries 0.52 hp per kilo (95 hp, 184 kg wet) against 0.43 hp per kilo for the Triumph Trident 660 (81 hp, 190 kg).

Is the KTM 790 Duke cheaper than the Triumph Trident 660?

The Triumph Trident 660 is cheaper at €8,295 list, €704 less than the KTM 790 Duke at €8,999.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Triumph Trident 660. Its 805 mm seat is 20 mm lower than the KTM 790 Duke, and at 190 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the 790 Duke 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 KTM 790 Duke counters with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The KTM 790 Duke: 311 km from its 14 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 298 km for the Triumph Trident 660.

Which bike wins overall?

The KTM 790 Duke, scoring 61.9 of 100 against 54.6 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.