Triumph Trident 660 vs Yamaha MT-09

Verdict

The Yamaha MT-09 wins this comparison clearly, 57.9 points to 54.6.

The gap of 3.3 points is built mostly in handling and chassis, where the MT-09 takes 5.8 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 MT-09 is the quicker machine: 119 hp and 93 Nm moving 193 kg, against 81 hp and 64 Nm moving 190 kg for the Trident 660. That is 0.62 hp per kilo playing 0.43.

The Trident 660 costs €8,295, which leaves €2,224 in your pocket against the MT-09 at €10,519. Service intervals run 16,000 km on the Trident 660 and 10,000 km on the MT-09.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Triumph Trident 660 or the Yamaha MT-09?

The Yamaha MT-09. It carries 0.62 hp per kilo (119 hp, 193 kg wet) against 0.43 hp per kilo for the Triumph Trident 660 (81 hp, 190 kg).

Is the Triumph Trident 660 cheaper than the Yamaha MT-09?

The Triumph Trident 660 is cheaper at €8,295 list, €2,224 less than the Yamaha MT-09 at €10,519.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Triumph Trident 660. Its 805 mm seat is 20 mm lower than the Yamaha MT-09, and at 190 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the Trident 660 or the MT-09?

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-09 counters with cornering ABS, a TFT dash, traction control, a standard quickshifter, cruise control and phone connectivity.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Triumph Trident 660: 298 km from its 14 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 280 km for the Yamaha MT-09.

Which bike wins overall?

The Yamaha MT-09, scoring 57.9 of 100 against 54.6 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.