Kawasaki Z650 vs Triumph Trident 660

Triumph Trident 660 Price starts at Rs. 8.24 Lakh which is Rs. 1.59 Lakh costlier than base model of Kawasaki Z650 priced at Rs. 6.65 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Kawasaki Z650 is 28.11 kmpl whereas the mileage of Triumph Trident 660 is 22.88 kmpl. In technical specifications, Kawasaki Z650 is powered by 649 cc engine , while Triumph Trident 660 is powered by 660 cc engine. Kawasaki Z650 is available in 1 different colours while Triumph Trident 660 comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Kawasaki Z650 vs Triumph Trident 660 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Z650 vs Trident 660

Key Highlights Z650 STDTrident 660 STD
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 81 PS @ 10250 rpm

Z650 vs Trident 660 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki Z650 STDTriumph Trident 660 STD
Rating
20 reviews
5 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 6.65 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 8.24 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Max Power 68 PS @ 8000 rpm 81 PS @ 10250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki Z650 Colors
Triumph Trident 660 Colors
Brakes Front Double Disc Double Disc
Brakes Rear Disc Disc
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Cast Aluminium
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 18,208 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 22,583 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 34,950 Z650 Insurance Rs. 30,782 Trident 660 Insurance
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Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, parallel twin
Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
Engine Displacement
649 cc
660 cc
Max Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
81 PS @ 10250 rpm
Max Torque
64 Nm @ 6700 rpm
64 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
83 mm
74.0 mm
Stroke
60 mm
51.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
2
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
X-ring chain
Valve Per Cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
...
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
11.95:1

Brakes Front
Double Disc
Double Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc

Quarter Mile
13.31
...
Braking (60-0 kmph)
19.83m
16.30 mm
Braking (80-0 kmph)
32.91m
28.45 mm
Braking (100-0 kmph)
50.91m
43.72 mm
Mileage (City)
19.02 kmpl
17.47 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
28.11 kmpl
22.88 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
19.02 kmpl
17.47 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
4.81s
4.77s
Top Speed
212 kmph
...

Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :- 160/60-17
Front :-120/70-17 Rear :-180/55-17
Peak Power
68 PS @ 8000 rpm
81 PS @ 10250 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Cast Aluminium

Seat height
790 mm
805 mm
Length*Width*Height
2055*765*1065 mm3
2020*790*1080 mm3
Wheelbase
1410 mm
1407 mm
Length
2055 mm
2020 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
...
Height
1065 mm
1080 mm
Width
765 mm
790 mm
Fuel Capacity
15 Liters
14 Liters
Kerb Weight
188 Kg
189 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Saddle Height
790 mm
805 mm
Front Brake Diameter
300 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
220 mm
255 mm

Additional Features
...
Shift Assist - Triumph Shift Assist (Accessory fit), System - Multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control, Exhaust - Stainless steel 3 into 1 header system with low single sided stainless steel silencer, Swingarm - Twin-sided, fabricated steel, Rake -23.9Âş, Trail - 105.4 mm, Class Leading Technology
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
...
Charging at Charging Station
...
Turn Signal Lamp
LED
LED

Frame
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Tubular steel perimeter frame
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Naked Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes, Street Bikes
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Internet Connectivity
...
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Switch
...
Display
TFT screen
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
...
Digital
Clock
...
Digital
Passenger Footrest
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki Z650
  • Despite BS6 updates
  • no real change in performance outputs
  • Modern features like LED headlight
  • 4.3-inch colour-TFT screen and smartphone connectivity
  • Kitted with grippier Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 rubber.
Kawasaki Z650
  • Engine is too mellow
  • lacks character
  • Misses out on radial brake calipers and electronic aids
  • Ground clearance is an abysmal 130mm.

Is Triumph Trident 660 Better Than Kawasaki Z650?

66% users have chosen Triumph Trident 660 over Kawasaki Z650 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 71 users have also rated Triumph Trident 660 and Kawasaki Z650 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Triumph Trident 660 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and features in your bike. But Kawasaki Z650 is better on the grounds of mileage and performance. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Trident 660 Z650
Mileage 3.2 3.7
Performance 4.1 4.6
Comfort 4.6 4.5
Maintenance 3.3 3.3
Features 4.6 4.2
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What to choose, Triumph Trident 660 or Triumph Tiger Sport 660?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict here as Triumph Tiger Sport 660 hasn't launched yet. So we would suggest you wait for the bike to get launched for a fruitful comparison. Stay tuned for further updates. Follow the link to get an alert when Triumph Tiger Sport 660 is launched. On the other hand, the Trident delivers better on the sort of performance you’d expect from a “big bike” and this, in our books, makes it better value-for-money. The premium is well justified for the thrills you experience, courtesy of the 660cc triple engine. It handles well, and like a patient teacher, builds you up nicely for larger capacity motorcycles that you’d most likely upgrade to after a few years. Read more -Triumph Trident 660 vs Kawasaki Z650 Comparison Review: Which Is The Perfect First Big Bike?.
Q. Confused between Triumph Trident 660 or Z900
Q. Which is better Triumph Trident or Ducati Super Sports? Any idea when can I get test rides for these bikes?
  • It would be unfair to give a verdict as both the bike 2021 Ducati SuperSport 950 haven't launched. We would suggest you wait for the bike to launch. Follow the get an alert when 2021 Ducati SuperSport 950 is launched. Moreover, you can go for Triumph Trident 660 which is available now. Triumph Trident 660 is priced at Rs. 6.95 Lakh (Ex-Showroom, Delhi), which is an introductory price. It is offered in only one variant - STD. Powering the Trident is a similar version of the 660cc triple motor that you find on the Euro-spec Street Triple S. It has quite a lot of different internal parts that are dedicated to making the motor feel a lot more accessible. 81PS at 10,250rpm and 64Nm at 5,000rpm is produced here, making it one of the leaders in terms of performance in this segment. A six-speed gearbox with a slip-and-assist clutch comes in as standard and one can fit a bi-directional quick shifter from the Triumph’s accessory catalogue. Triumph features. LED lighting all around was a given but there is the signature Triumph touch to them. The round console is a fully digital unit with the top LCD portion displaying info such as speed, revs, fuel level, and the current gear selected. The bottom half is a color TFT panel allowing you to control the electronic aids as well as introduce smartphone connectivity for which you need to buy a separate module. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.

Kawasaki Z650 Vs Triumph Trident 660 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki Z650 vs Triumph Trident 660?
As per the users experiences Kawasaki Z650 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and performance in your bike. But Triumph Trident 660 is better on the grounds of comfort and features. On the basis of maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki Z650 vs Triumph Trident 660?
The Kawasaki Z650 is cheaper than Triumph Trident 660 by Rs. 1.59 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki Z650 vs Triumph Trident 660?
For the STD version, 649 cc Petrol engine of Z650 produces 68 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6700 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 660 cc Petrol engine of Trident 660 produces 81 PS @ 10250 rpm of power and 64 Nm @ 6250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki Z650 has better performance.

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