British premium motorcycle maker Triumph Motorcycles on Tuesday 29th March, launched the new Tiger Sport 660 in India at INR 8,95,000 (ex-showroom). With this, the company has entered the premium middleweight adventure category. It is equipped with a triple-cylinder engine and generates peak torque of 64Nm at 6,250rpm and peak power of 81PS at 10,250rpm.
Power delivery is managed by a sophisticated engine management system with a ride-bywire throttle for a precise and responsive feel, while the slick 6-speed gearbox has gear ratios optimised for fun and all-round everyday rideability, the company said. The bike comes with riding modes of Road and Rain, offering three colour options of Lucerne Blue and Sapphire Black, Korosi Red and Graphite, and a Graphite and Black option. Riders can choose from over 40 accessories from touring luggage and styling, to capability and security.
The bike has a 16,000 km or 12 months service interval, the company said. Shoeb Farooq, Business Head, Triumph Motorcycles India, said, “The Tiger Sport 660 will be the most powerful motorcycle in its category and the only triple cylinder offering the perfect mix in power, handling, technology and long-distance riding comfort making it the perfect motorcycle for the young urban tourer.”
“With its competitive pricing and its lowest cost of ownership in the category, we expect the motorcycle to bring in new customers into the Triumph brand. This motorcycle marks our entry in the premium middleweight adventure category, and we are ready to welcome the new generation of Triumph riders to the brand,” he said.
