Triumph Trident 660 2021 vs. CFMOTO 700CL-X 2022

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Triumph Trident 660 2021 and the CFMOTO 700CL-X 2022 have inline engines with fuel injection systems. However, the Trident 660 has a more powerful engine with 81 HP compared to the CFMOTO's 70 HP. The Trident also has a higher torque of 64 Nm compared to the CFMOTO's 61 Nm. Additionally, the Trident has three cylinders while the CFMOTO has two. Both bikes have liquid cooling systems and similar displacements, with the Trident at 660cc and the CFMOTO at 693cc.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspensions at the rear. However, the Trident uses Showa suspension components while the CFMOTO uses Kayaba components. The Trident's rear suspension only has preload adjustment, while the CFMOTO's rear suspension has compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

Both bikes have steel frames and similar braking systems, with the Trident having double disk brakes at the front with a diameter of 310 mm, and the CFMOTO having a single disk brake at the front with a larger diameter of 320 mm.

Triumph Trident 660 2021

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS, riding modes, and cruise control. However, the Trident also has traction control, while the CFMOTO does not.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Trident has a slightly wider front tire at 120 mm compared to the CFMOTO's 110 mm. Both bikes have the same rear tire width of 180 mm. The Trident has a smaller front tire diameter of 17 inches compared to the CFMOTO's 18 inches. Both bikes have the same rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The Trident has a slightly higher seat height at 805 mm compared to the CFMOTO's 800 mm. The CFMOTO is slightly heavier with a kerb weight of 196 kg compared to the Trident's 189 kg. Both bikes have similar fuel tank capacities, with the Trident at 14 liters and the CFMOTO at 13 liters. The Trident has a longer range of 304 km compared to the CFMOTO's 270 km. Both bikes have similar combined fuel consumption, with the Trident at 4.6 l/100km and the CFMOTO at 4.8 l/100km.

CFMOTO 700CL-X 2022

In terms of equipment, both bikes have LED headlights. The Trident also has a TFT display, while the CFMOTO has cornering lights in addition to LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the Trident has a powerful three-cylinder engine, a good chassis and brakes for its class, extensive electronic equipment, and optional quickshifter with blipper. It also has simple and accessible controls. On the other hand, the CFMOTO has a characterful engine, agile handling, finely controllable brakes, ample equipment for the price, a comfortable seating position, and a fully adjustable chassis.

In terms of weaknesses, the Trident's traction control is overall very defensive. The CFMOTO's buttons could give better feedback, and its brakes may not be suitable for very sporty driving.