FEATURES
The first thing you notice after swinging your leg across on the Trigger is the completely striking new digital dashboard. Delightful in appearance and in stark contrast with the average quality switchgear, it seems to have been taken from a high end motorcycle. Apart from speed, engine rpm and fuel level, the display features a clock and twin trip-meters. The digital tachometer is as accurate as one can get with the slightest of input on the throttle resulting in precise readout on the dash. Same is the case with the speedometer displaying speeds with no lag and extremely sensitive to the slightest of movements at the front wheel. All indicators are clear to read even during the brightest of sunlight and the amber back-lit dash makes it a pleasure to look at in the dark.
The seat is broad – both for the rider and pillion, with the right mix of cushioning and firmness for a comfortable ride. The grab rails are broad and provide a nice brace for the co-rider under hard braking or while going over bad roads.
Unlike in the case of the now discontinued Dazzler, the Honda Trigger features a kick-start and a chain guard. However, the biggest inclusion on the Trigger has been the Combi Braking System is available only on the top end variant of the Trigger. While the front disc brake works independently, application of the rear brake links the front brake and is claimed to cut speed in a more efficient manner (how good – we find that out later in the review). The six spoke alloy wheels and the tyres have been retained from the Dazzler.
The Honda Streetfire inspired headlight provides ample low beam spread during the night but somewhat loses out on high beam performance. The clear lens turn blinkers are different in design from the Dazzler and do their job reasonably well.
The horn, which is typical Honda and not too loud, could have done with a bit more force. The new LED tail light is a welcome addition and emits ample brightness both during day and night.
Having been done with the feature highlighting, it was time for us to make the rubber meet the road
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