Triumph Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 key quick facts
- Triumph's Trident service information says the bike is supplied with two keys from the factory.
- A maximum of four keys can be added to the Trident's immobiliser system.
- The transponder chip sits inside the ignition key and is activated by an antenna coil when the ignition is turned ON.
- The immobiliser control module only allows the engine to start when it gets a matching signal from the key and the engine ECM.
- Triumph's US parts catalog lists one cut immobiliser key part for the Trident 660, Tiger Sport 660, Daytona 660 and Tiger Sport 800.
Triumph Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 key types by year
| Years | Models | Key type | Chip | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-present | Trident 660 | transponder key | yes | Two keys supplied, four maximum. Keys are added or deleted with diagnostic equipment. |
| 2022-present | Tiger Sport 660 | transponder key | yes | Shares the Trident's cut immobiliser key part in Triumph's parts catalog. |
How the 660 immobiliser is put together
Triumph's service information for the Trident describes three parts that have to agree before the engine will start. The first is the transponder chip inside the ignition key. The second is the antenna coil at the ignition switch, which wakes the chip when the key is turned to ON. The third is the immobiliser control module, which talks to both the chip and the engine ECM and only allows a start when it receives a matching signal.
The system has to be paired with the engine ECM and with each key. That pairing is why a used ECM, a used immobiliser module or a key from another Trident does nothing on your bike until it has been set up for it.
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Two keys supplied, four at most
The Trident leaves the factory with two keys. Triumph says keys can be added to or deleted from the immobiliser system, up to a maximum of four. Two things follow from that. If you bought the bike used with a single key, there is room to add a spare without any parts being replaced. And if a key was lost or stolen with the bike's paperwork, it can be deleted from the system so it no longer starts the engine, although its blade would still turn the locks.
Looking after a transponder key
The service information includes handling advice that explains most intermittent no-starts on a healthy bike.
- Do not keep another transponder key next to the one in the ignition; a second chip close by can upset the reading
- Keep magnets and magnetic items off the key ring
- Do not submerge the key in water or any other fluid
- Do not drop the key or strike it against hard material; the chip is inside the plastic head
Replacing a lost Trident 660 or Tiger Sport 660 key
With one working key, a spare is straightforward: a blade is cut to match and the new transponder key is added to the immobiliser, then both keys are tested. Triumph's parts catalog lists the same cut immobiliser key for the Trident 660, Tiger Sport 660, Daytona 660 and Tiger Sport 800, so the four share a key family.
With both keys gone, the blade is cut to the bike's locks and a new key is programmed to the immobiliser at the bike. Whether that can be done to the existing module depends on the bike, so call with the VIN and year first. You will need photo ID and the registration or title in your name, and the bike needs a charged battery so the voltage stays steady during programming.
What to have ready
Have this ready when you call or text
- Year, make and model of the bike
- Where the bike is parked
- Whether you have any working key, a broken key or a key code
- Photo ID and registration or title (we verify ownership before making a key)
Triumph Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 key FAQ
How many keys can a Trident 660 have?
Four. Triumph's service information says the bike is supplied with two keys and a maximum of four can be added to the immobiliser system.
Can a lost Trident key be blocked?
Yes. Triumph says keys can be deleted from the immobiliser system as well as added, so a missing key can be removed and will no longer start the engine.
Do the Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 use the same key?
Triumph's US parts catalog lists one cut immobiliser key part for both, along with the Daytona 660 and Tiger Sport 800. Each key is still cut and paired to its own bike.
Will a plain copy of my Trident key work?
It will turn the locks but not start the engine. The immobiliser needs a matching signal from the transponder chip inside a paired key.
The immobilizer system on this bike
- Triumph Immobilizer and Keyless Ignition: Keys and Lost KeysTriumph's engine immobiliser reads a transponder in the key and only lets the engine start for a key that has been paired to the bike.
More Triumph models
- Air-Cooled Bonneville and Scrambler
- America and Speedmaster (865)
- Bobber and Speedmaster (1200)
- Bonneville and Street/Speed Twin
- Daytona 600 and Daytona 650
- Daytona 675, 660 and Moto2 765
- Daytona 955i and Speed Triple 955i
- Rocket 3 and Rocket III
- Scrambler 1200 XC and XE
- Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X
- Speed Triple 1050 (2005-2017)
- Speed Triple RS and 1200 RS
- Sprint ST 1050 and Sprint GT
- Sprint ST 955i and Sprint RS
- Street Triple
- Thruxton 900, 1200, R and TFC
- Thunderbird
- Tiger 1050
- Tiger 1200 and Tiger Explorer
- Tiger 800, Tiger 850 Sport, Tiger 900
- Trophy and Trophy SE (1215)
- All Triumph keys
Services for this bike
- Lost Motorcycle Key, No SpareNo key at all? We make a working key at the bike.Details →
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- Transponder and Immobilizer Key ProgrammingChip keys and fobs programmed to your immobilizer.Details →
- Motorcycle Key Duplication and Spare KeysA spare now costs far less than a lost only-key later.Details →
- Motorcycle Ignition Repair and ReplacementSticking, worn or damaged ignitions repaired or replaced.Details →
- Broken Motorcycle Key ExtractionSnapped key removed and a new one cut from the pieces.Details →
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Related guides
- Motorcycle Immobilizers Explained: HISS, KIPASS and MoreA motorcycle immobilizer is an anti-theft system that only lets the engine start when it recognizes a coded chip in the key or a paired fob.
- When to Get a Spare Motorcycle Key, and Why NowGet a spare motorcycle key as soon as you are down to one working key.
- Bought a Used Motorcycle With No Key? Here's What to DoA used or auction motorcycle without keys can usually get new ones, but plan on the full all-keys-lost process and bring the signed title or other transfer paperwork plus photo ID, since a locksmith or dealer has to tie you to the VIN.
- Motorcycle Key Fob and Keyless Ignition ProblemsMost keyless motorcycle problems come down to a weak fob battery, a fob the bike is not reading, a damaged fob or a lost one.
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