Triumph Daytona 660 Launched in Europe Ahead of India, Priced Equivalent of Rs 8.98 Lakh
European customers can now buy the new Triumph Daytona 660 For 10,045 euros. The bike features a 660cc in-line 3-cylinder engine, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
By Sanorita
The new Triumph Daytona 660 is now available for purchase in Europe for 10,045 euros (approximately Rs 8.98 lakh). It is available in three paint schemes—Snowdonia White, Satin Granite, and Carnival Red, in addition to several interesting features including three riding modes, a TFT that can be connected to a smartphone, and traction control. In contrast to its predecessor, this upcoming middleweight sports motorcycle has a more rugged style and a bolder appearance. Also, the rider triangle is simpler and more relaxed. While there have been no formal statements, market projections indicate that the new bike will arrive in India by the end of February or in the middle of March. Read further to find out more about the bike's engine, features, and other specifications.
Triumph Daytona 660: Engine and Hardware
The Triumph Sport Tourer's 660cc inline-triple engine has a multi-plate clutch with slip-and-assist capability and is paired to a six-speed gearbox. This enables the bike to generate a maximum power output of 94bhp and a peak torque of 69Nm. The engine is enclosed in a steel perimeter frame and is supported by a monoshock unit with preload adjustment and Showa's 41mm inverted front forks. For braking, the bike uses one 220mm rear disc and two 310mm front discs. Further, the motorcycle comes equipped with 17-inch alloys, shod with 120/70 and 180/55 front and rear tyres, respectively.
Triumph Daytona 660: Features
As previously stated, the Daytona 660's primary design features include a sleek and athletic appearance. It has a robust fuel tank and crisp lines. Further, the bike’s numerous features include dual-channel ABS, traction control, complete LED lighting, a TFT display with smartphone connection, and three ride modes: sport, road, and rain.
Triumph Daytona 660: Expected India Launch Timeline
By late February or mid-March of this year, the new Daytona 660 is expected to go on sale in India, with an ex-showroom starting price of Rs 9 lakh. It will be the newest model to enter the sport-touring market in India, where it will go up against the Honda CBR650R, the Kawasaki Ninja 650, as well as, the soon-to-be-released Yamaha R7.
