Triumph Trident 660 Vs Kawaskai Ninja 650: Kawasaki has officially launched the 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 650 in India, featuring a new OBD 2B engine and fresh Lime Green color options. This model also includes several new features compared to the previous generation of the Ninja 650.
In the Indian market, this bike will compete with the Triumph Trident 660. If you’re considering purchasing one of these two motorcycles, we’ve prepared a quick comparison to help you decide.
Let’s dive in!
Triumph Trident 660 Vs Kawaskai Ninja 650: Looks
The Triumph Trident 660 impresses with its striking aesthetics, featuring a single-piece seat, a robust fuel tank, an underbelly exhaust, and a circular headlamp. Additionally, it offers the My Triumph connectivity suite, a full LED lighting setup, alloy wheels, and a TFT instrument console that supports mobile connectivity.
On the other hand, the 2025 Ninja 650 showcases a sporty and aggressive design built on a trellis high-tensile steel chassis. It incorporates several premium design elements, including an LED headlight, rearview mirrors (ORVMs) at both the front and rear, an underbelly exhaust system, and aluminum swingarms. The Ninja 650 is enhanced with aero-shaped rear side mirrors and a sportier windscreen adorned with the Kawasaki logo. Other design features include a comprehensive LED lighting setup, halogen turn indicators, split-style sporty seats, 17-inch front and rear alloy wheels with tubeless tires, and an attractive tail section design topped with LED taillights positioned high above the rear tires.
Triumph Trident 660 Vs Kawaskai Ninja 650: Powertrain
Under the hood, the 2025 Ninja 650 is powered by an OBD-2B compliant 649cc twin-cylinder engine that produces a maximum output of 68 hp and peak torque of 64 Nm. This engine pairs with a 6-speed gearbox equipped with Assist & Slipper Clutch, enhancing rideability and control.
Triumph Trident 660 is equipped with a liquid-cooled inline three-cylinder engine with a displacement of 660cc to meet BS6 standards. It is coupled with a six-speed gearbox, including slipper and assist clutch. Notably, this robust engine is capable of generating a maximum power of 80bhp and a peak torque of 64Nm.
Triumph Trident 660 Vs Kawaskai Ninja 650: Performance
Kawaskai Ninja 650 has a top speed between 210 to 212 km/h, and the fuel efficiency ranges from 21 to 30 kilometers per liter. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is achieved in just 4.65 seconds.
On the other hand Triumph Trident 660 has a top speed of 212 kmph and it gives mileage of 15.15 kmpl and it can a accelarate from o to 100 km/l in just 4 second.
Triumph Trident 660 Vs Kawaskai Ninja 650: Features
The Triumph Trident 660 comes with two riding modes, Road and Rain, introduced by the company. Furthermore, to ensure rider safety, it incorporates dual-channel ABS, switchable traction control, and throttle-by-wire, along with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. Additionally, the bike is equipped with 41mm inverted forks at the front and a mono-shock unit at the rear for enhanced stability and control.
Kawasaki Ninja 650 comes equipped with disc brakes on both tires, a 2-Mode KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control), and an Anti-lock Braking System for improved safety. The suspension is handled by a combination of a telescopic fork and a horizontal back-link swingarm.
Triumph Trident 660 Vs Kawaskai Ninja 650:Which bike is best for You?
The Kawasaki Ninja 650 has been launched at a starting price of Rs 7.27 lakh (ex-showroom), which marks an increase of Rs 11,000 compared to the previous generation Ninja 650. Meanwhile, the Triumph Trident 660 starts at Rs 10.2 lakh (all prices ex-showroom).
While the Triumph Trident 660 is equipped with a more powerful engine and additional features, the more affordable price of the Kawasaki Ninja 650 makes it our top choice. We believe this bike is the best option for customers seeking value.
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