Triumph Motorcycles entered the middleweight naked motorcycle segment by launching the Trident 660. Starting at an introductory price of INR 695,000, ex-showroom India, this street fighter is the most affordable bike in Triumph’s portfolio. The Trident opens a new chapter in the Triumph Roadster segment as it introduces a new three-cylinder 660 cc engine, retains the design language of the Street and Speed Triple family and provides state-of-the-art safety features and technology.
Steve Sargent, Chief Product Officer at Triumph Motorcycles, explains the idea behind the Trident. He said, “What we wanted with the new Trident 660 was to give the riders in this really exciting middleweight roadster world all of the things they want from their bike, with a genuine set of real advantages that set a new benchmark for choice. From the competitive price to the triple power and performance, plus the benefits of class-leading handling and technology, we believe the Trident 660 is a real milestone in the category and introduces the Triumph brand and the advantages of a triple engine to a whole new generation of riders across the world.”
At the launch, Shoeb Farooq, Business Head – Triumph Motorcycles India, said, “The Trident is the latest addition to Triumph’s Roadster portfolio in India, taking the count to four – Street Triple RS, Street Triple R, Speed Triple 1200 RS and Trident 660. The response to the Trident has been overwhelming, as we’ve had 125+ bookings even before the price announcement.”
Even though Triumph has stuck to a clean design, the new bike boasts the Roadster tribe’s DNA muscular styling and borrows their parts. It gets a retro yet eloquent 7-inch full- LED round headlight. Don’t let the looks fool you, as the entire lighting system uses LED lamps. The tail lamp is integrated under the seat and houses the indicators, which get auto-cancelling features.
The Trident comes across as a big bike due to its flexing 14-litre fuel tank and beefy non-adjustable Showa 41 mm upside-down front forks. At the rear, it gets a pre-load adjustable mono-shock. The forks offer 120 mm front-wheel travel and 133.5 mm rear wheel travel. Weighing in at 189 kg, the Trident is one of the lightest mid-weight bikes in India and is based on all-new tubular steel chassis with a steel swingarm. Due to the suspension setup and a lightweight body frame, it is ideal for commuting and handles well. The ride quality is on the firm side, and because of this, it’s precise in changing directions.
Keeping a check on its affordable price tag, the Trident sports two 310 mm discs with twin Nissin at the front and a single 255 mm disc at the rear, unlike other Triumph Roadsters, which get Brembo brakes. Dual-channel ABS comes standard. It also gets five-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels with Michelin Road 5 tyres. The Trident sports an underslung exhaust that emits a typical three-cylinder throaty roar. It also comes with body-coloured radiator cowls and fork protectors, aluminium handlebars and teardrop shape mirrors.
Following in the footsteps of the Street and the Speed Triple, the new Triumph bike also offers a sporty riding stance.
The Trident uses a 660 cc liquid-cooled, 12 valves, DOHC engine, which is the only 3-cylinder motor in its segment and churns out 80 bhp at 10,250 rpm and 64 Nm of torque at 6,250 rpm. Technically this powertrain is based on the Street Triple 675 engine and retains the same 74 mm bore but has a shortened stroke. Triumph has heavily reworked the internals of the motor with 67 new components like a redesigned crank, new pistons, new cams, updated gearbox ratios, etc. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox, and as an accessory option, one can even opt for a shift assist up-and-down quick-shifter, which enables the rider to upshift and downshift without engaging the clutch.
Triumph has left no stone unturned as the Trident comes fully loaded with a long list of electronics. It boasts of ride-by-wire technology along with two riding modes—Road and Rain. The new bike comes standard with switchable traction control, which can also be disengaged. It gets an all-digital colour TFT screen. With My Triumph Connectivity System accessory Bluetooth module, it offers additional features like turn-by-turn navigation, GoPro control and phone and music control.
The Trident comes with a class-leading 16,000 km service interval with a 2-year unlimited mileage warranty. Triumph also offers a 2-year unlimited mileage warranty on the 45 additional accessories.
The Trident will take on the likes of the Kawasaki Z650 and the recently launched Honda CB650R priced at INR 618,000, ex-showroom India and INR 867,000, ex-showroom Gurugram, respectively. (MT)
VinFast Signs Letters of Intent With Over 50 Two-Wheeler Dealers In India
- By MT Bureau
- October 08, 2026
Vietnamese automotive company VinFast has signed Letters of Intent (LoI) with its first group of over 50 e-motorcycle dealer partners in India, establishing a distribution footprint across 15 states and 34 cities. The agreement was finalised at VinFast’s manufacturing facility in Hai Phong, Vietnam, during a delegation visit by Indian retail partners.
As per the terms, VinFast and its retail partners will open showrooms in locations including Delhi NCR, Rajasthan, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal and Odisha. The initial expansion target focuses on commercial centres with high two-wheeler adoption rates as part of the manufacturer's network setup.
Vo Thi Cam Tu, Managing Director of VinFast E-Scooters Overseas Market, said, "India is one of the most important markets in VinFast's global growth story, and this partnership reflects the scale of ambition we hold for the region. As we expand our presence across markets worldwide, India stands out for its scale, its growing demand for electric mobility, and the opportunity it offers to redefine mobility. This LoI signing demonstrates our long-term commitment to India, as well as our expectations and confidence in the vast scale and potential of the market."
Anurag Saxena, Chief Executive Officer of VinFast India E-Scooters, said, "Partnering with more than 50 dealer partners across 15 states and territories and 34 cities marks the beginning of our journey to bring VinFast e-motorcycles across India. Alongside, we are also building charging infrastructure and strengthening after-sales services to ensure that customers across these locations receive the support they need throughout their ownership journey."
The company entered the Indian market in 2025 with electric car manufacturing and distribution operations. The latest agreement represents VinFast's first dedicated retail network for electric two-wheelers in India, where two-wheeler registrations reached 21.41 million units in fiscal year 2025-2026, with electric models accounting for 6.54 per cent of total sales.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Launches XR300 L A And XR300 Rally Motorcycles At INR 183,000
- By MT Bureau
- October 07, 2026
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers in the country, has announced pricing and opened bookings for the Honda XR300 L and Honda XR300 Rally. The announcement follows the initial unveiling of both models in July 2026 as part of the company's product expansion plans.
The XR300 L is priced at INR 183,000 ex-showroom Bengaluru, while the XR300 Rally is priced at INR 208,000 ex-showroom Bengaluru. Effective from 5 October 2026, bookings for both models have opened across the manufacturer's BigWing dealership network and online platform for a reservation amount of INR 5,000.
Both motorcycles are powered by a 293.5cc air-cooled engine equipped with an oil cooler; both variants come with torque control systems, rear suspension setups, front and rear disc brakes, switchable dual-channel ABS and an assist slipper clutch.
The XR300 L is designed for mixed city and off-road use and is offered in Extreme Red and Shasta White colour options. The XR300 Rally features bodywork designed for wind protection during long-distance riding, along with a TFT instrument cluster with smartphone connectivity.
The Rally variant is available in Extreme Red and True Black options. Both models form part of the manufacturer's domestic production initiative for local and export markets.
Triumph Motorcycles Introduces Bonneville T40, T40 Black And T4 Models In India
- By MT Bureau
- October 06, 2026
Triumph Motorcycles, one of the leading premium motorcycle manufacturers, has expanded its lineup in India with the launch of the Bonneville T40, T40 Black and T4 models, with pricing starting at INR 279,999 ex-showroom, Delhi, while the latter is priced at INR 254,999 ex-showroom, Delhi.
The new models feature traditional styling elements, including a teardrop fuel tank, round headlight, twin rear shock absorbers and spoked wheels with aluminium rims. The motorcycles are available in two-tone schemes with hand-painted coach lining and peashooter silencers. The bikes offer an accessible ergonomic setup, featuring a low seat height that can be reduced to 770 millimetres with an accessory seat.
All three variants are powered by a 350cc iteration of Triumph's TR Series engine. The engine produces 29 PS of power at 7,000 rpm and 31 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm, tuned to deliver low-end torque and a distinct exhaust note.
The T40 and T40 Black feature a four-inch circular TFT instrument display with smartphone connectivity, including map navigation, phone and music controls. The models also come equipped with five ride modes, cruise control, cornering ABS and cornering traction control. The Bonneville T4 includes a colour LCD with turn-by-turn navigation, selectable ride modes, and dual-channel ABS.
Steve Sargent, Chief Product Officer, Triumph Motorcycles, said, “The Bonneville is one of the most significant motorcycles in Triumph's history, so introducing a new model carrying that name comes with a responsibility to get it right. From the outset, our ambition was not simply to create a smaller Bonneville, but to create a motorcycle that delivers the style, character and ownership experience riders expect from a genuine Bonneville. Bringing that experience to more riders is strategically important for Triumph, particularly as lower-capacity motorcycle categories continue to grow around the world."
"Working closely with Bajaj, we challenged ourselves to retain the details and qualities that make a Bonneville special, from the proportions and finish to traditional touches such as hand-painted coach lining, while also introducing a level of technology and rider-focused innovation not previously seen in this category. The result is a motorcycle that stays true to the values that have defined the Bonneville for generations while opening the experience to even more riders.” Sargent added.
The company has begun online bookings for the motorcycles starting 7 October 2026. Deliveries for the Bonneville T40 and T40 Black are scheduled to begin in the second week of November 2026, while deliveries for the Bonneville T4 will commence in the second week of January 2027.
Aprilia India Introduces SXR GT Scooter Lineup Starting At INR 109,999
- By MT Bureau
- October 06, 2026
Aprilia India has launched its SXR GT scooter lineup, introducing the SXR GT 125 hp-e and SXR GT 175 hp-e models to expand its product offerings in the country. The SXR GT 125 hp-e is priced at an introductory rate of INR 109,999 ex-showroom, Maharashtra, while the SXR GT 175 hp-e is priced at INR 129,999 ex-showroom, Maharashtra.
The scooters are powered by air-cooled single-cylinder engines. The 124.45 cc engine produces 7.8 kW of power at 7,400 rpm and 10.4 Nm of torque at 6,200 rpm, while the 174.7 cc engine delivers 9.76 kW at 7,200 rpm and 14.14 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm.
Both scooters feature three valves per cylinder, electronic fuel injection, electric starting, and compliance with BSVI OBD II Stage B regulations and E20 fuel blends. The chassis setup incorporates 14-inch wheels fitted to both models.
Suspension is handled by telescopic front forks and a dual-effect hydraulic shock absorber with five-position adjustability at the rear. Braking relies on a 220 mm front disc brake paired with a 140 mm rear drum brake, with the 125 cc variant utilising a combined braking system and the 175 cc variant employing an anti-lock braking system.
The SXR GT 125 hp-e is available in Matte Black, Glossy Azzurro, and Glossy White colour finishes, while the SXR GT 175 hp-e comes in Metallic Blue, Matte Black and Matte Green. Both models have gone on sale across Aprilia dealerships in India.
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