Triumph Trident 660 vs Yamaha MT-03

Verdict

The Triumph Trident 660 wins this comparison comfortably, 54.6 points to 40.2.

The gap of 14.4 points is built mostly in value, where the Trident 660 takes 11 points out of the MT-03. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the Trident 660 is the quicker machine: 81 hp and 64 Nm moving 190 kg, against 42 hp and 29.6 Nm moving 167 kg for the MT-03. That is 0.43 hp per kilo playing 0.25.

The MT-03 costs €6,899, which leaves €1,396 in your pocket against the Trident 660 at €8,295. Service intervals run 10,000 km on the MT-03 and 16,000 km on the Trident 660.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Triumph Trident 660 or the Yamaha MT-03?

The Triumph Trident 660. It carries 0.43 hp per kilo (81 hp, 190 kg wet) against 0.25 hp per kilo for the Yamaha MT-03 (42 hp, 167 kg).

Is the Triumph Trident 660 cheaper than the Yamaha MT-03?

The Yamaha MT-03 is cheaper at €6,899 list, €1,396 less than the Triumph Trident 660 at €8,295.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Yamaha MT-03. Its 780 mm seat is 25 mm lower than the Triumph Trident 660, and at 167 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the Trident 660 or the MT-03?

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 Yamaha MT-03 counters with phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Yamaha MT-03: 368 km from its 14 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 298 km for the Triumph Trident 660.

Which bike wins overall?

The Triumph Trident 660, scoring 54.6 of 100 against 40.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.