The suspension setup—non-
adjustable Showa 41mm up-
side-down forks up front and a
preload-adjustable rear shock—
has not seen major changes
for 2026. It's a similar setup to
the Trident 660, but unlike that
sportier version, the softness of
suspension seems to play into
the Tiger's strength.
Triumph has judged the
balance between comfort and
control pretty well, if, indeed,
the same setup on the Trident is
too soft. Over rough pavement,
the Tiger absorbs most of the
imperfections, although don't
go searching for hard-edged
potholes, lest you go blowing
through the stroke quicker than
you can blink.
Wider side panels accommo
-
date a larger radiator and give it a
slightly fatter look from the front,
while a 10mm-wider handlebar
provides a touch more cockpit
room. There's also a little more
tank capacity, 0.36 of a gallon, to
be precise.
(Above) Triumph
has gone hard with the
accessories for the
Tiger. Side cases are a
must for big-mile trips.
(Below) The single-
piece seat offers
excellent comfort
for long days in
the saddle.
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RIDE REVIEW I 2026 TRIUMPH TIGER SPORT 660
