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Morbidelli C252V vs Triumph Trident 800 in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, Kathmandu1 of 2 trim prices distributor-verified 28 Sept 2026Comparing C252V vs Trident 800 variants
The short answer

Morbidelli C252V costs रु 1,28,940 less ex-showroom. Trident 800 has 55.3 PS more power.

Choose the Morbidelli C252V if
Morbidelli C252V costs रु 1,28,940 less ex-showroom.

The C252V offers a premium V-Twin cruiser experience at a competitive price, ideal for riders seeking style and smooth belt-drive performance over raw speed.

Pros
Authentic V-Twin engine configuration provides unique character and sound
Low seat height of 710mm makes it highly accessible for shorter riders
Belt drive system ensures a smoother and quieter ride compared to chains
Modern tech features like a TFT display and Bluetooth pairing
Distinctive V-twin engine character and sound
Low 690mm seat height for easy accessibility
Cons
Relatively heavy at 182kg for a 250cc motorcycle
New brand in Nepal with a limited initial service network
150mm ground clearance is low for rougher Nepali rural roads
Power output is modest compared to 250cc-300cc single-cylinder rivals
Heavy 200kg kerb weight for a 250cc bike
Limited service network with only two centers
As of 28 Sept 2026
Choose the Triumph Trident 800 if
Trident 800 has 55.3 PS more power.

Strong performance, premium safety tech and global brand image make the Trident 660 a compelling middleweight for enthusiasts. Value is solid for riders wanting a quality European triple rather than cheaper but less characterful rivals.

Pros
Punchy 660 cc triple with strong midrange and 81 HP performance.
Dual-channel ABS, traction control and multiple riding modes enhance safety and control.
Reasonable 805 mm seat height and 189 kg kerb weight aid everyday usability.
Modern TFT display and full LED lighting give a premium, contemporary feel.
Cons
Ex-showroom price is high versus Japanese middleweight alternatives in Nepal.
Limited cargo and touring practicality compared to faired or adventure rivals.
Service network still relatively small outside major cities, affecting long-distance ownership confidence.
As of 10 Sept 2026
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Morbidelli
रु 10,29,900Lowest price
Triumph Trident 800 price in Nepal
Triumph
रु 11,58,840
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 10,29,900Cheapest
रु 11,58,840
Fuel
petrol
petrol
Distributor
KTM International Trading / Vaidya Group
Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd. (HH Bajaj – Triumph Motorcycles Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
No specific cash discount or festival offer officially disclosed for Trident 660 as of date.
Explore full specifications and service support
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
249 cc
660 cc
Max power
25.5 bhp (25.8 PS)
80 bhp (81.1 PS)+55.3 PS
Max torque
25 Nm
64 Nm+39 Nm
Transmission
Not disclosed
manual
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Wheelbase
1,490 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
8
35Better
Service centres
2
13Better
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Seat height 690 mm
·Reinforced T-bar handlebar with elevated dual clamps integrated into top yoke
·Dual cable throttle control
·Handle switch with illumination
·Front suspension: 37 mm inverted telescopic forks, 115 mm travel
·Rear suspension: multi-link shock absorbers with adjustable preload, 52 mm travel
As of 29 Sept 2026
·Showa 41 mm USD front forks comfort_interior
·Showa rear monoshock, preload adjustable_suspension
·Ergonomic roadster seating, 805 mm seat height comfort_interior
·riding_modes: Road and Rain
·adjustable_suspension: rear suspension adjustable
As of 12 Sept 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Dashboard type: LCD
·Gear indicator: Included
·USB charging port: Included
As of 29 Sept 2026
·Full-color TFT instrument cluster_type display
·Ride-by-wire throttle for smoother response
·Multiple riding modes selectable from cluster riding_modes
·cluster_type: TFT digital display
As of 12 Sept 2026
🛡️Safety
·ABS system: Included, Dual-Channel, Bosch
·Traction control system (TCS): Included
·Front Brake: Disc, 4-piston caliper, 320 mm
·Rear Brake: Disc, 2-piston caliper, 260 mm
·Headlight: LED
·Taillight: LED
·Turn signal: LED
·Hazard light: Included
As of 29 Sept 2026
·Dual-channel ABS abs_type standard
·Front brakes: dual 310 mm discs, twin-piston calipers front_brake
·Rear brake: single 255 mm disc, single-piston caliper rear_brake
·Traction control standard traction_control
·Tyres: 17-inch cast aluminum alloy wheels, road tyres tyre_type
·Headlamp type LED headlamp_type with full LED lighting
·abs_type: dual-channel ABS
·traction_control: adjustable traction control
As of 12 Sept 2026
Warranty & After-sales
·2-year whole-vehicle warranty or 20,000 km, whichever comes first
As of 19 Sept 2026
·vehicle warranty: 2 years, unlimited mileage
·service interval: 12 months or 10,000 miles
As of 12 Sept 2026
✨Design & Exterior
·Frame: Double-cradle steel frame
·Front Wheel: Alloy
·Rear Wheel: Alloy
·Front Suspension: 37 mm upside-down telescopic forks, 115 mm travel
·Rear Suspension: Multi-link shock-absorber, preload adjustable, 52 mm travel
·Front Tyre: 130/90-16, CST
·Rear Tyre: 150/80-16, CST
·LED daytime running light (DRL) integrated in headlight
·Full LED lighting front and rear
As of 29 Sept 2026
·Naked roadster styling with compact proportions design_exterior
·5-spoke cast aluminum alloy wheels design_exterior
·LED lighting all around including headlamp and indicators headlamp_type
·Triple exhaust header with low-slung silencer design_exterior
As of 10 Sept 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Imported as CBU/CKD from China
·Launched in Nepal under the Morbidelli rebrand
·Locally assembled in Parsa, Nepal
·Locally assembled in Parsa, Nepal
·Officially launched in Nepal with showroom presence in Kathmandu
As of 28 Sept 2026
·Officially sold in Nepal via Triumph Motorcycles Nepal sales_imports
·Listed in Nepal price table as available status
·Recent price hike to Rs 22,89,000 ex-showroom sales_imports
As of 10 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Morbidelli C252V
Triumph Trident 800

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 10,29,900
रु 11,58,840
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 12,300
≈ रु 35,300
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,931
≈ रु 2,157
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 10,44,131
≈ रु 11,96,297
EMI / month
≈ रु 19,222 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 21,628 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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Our verdict

These two split the decision: the Morbidelli C252V is रु 1,28,940 cheaper ex-showroom (12.5%), while the Triumph Trident 800 is ahead on dealer and service reach and power — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for.

Choose the Morbidelli C252V if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
Choose the Triumph Trident 800 if
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking
  • you drive loaded, or climb steep gradients often

Measured: 11 more service centres in Nepal (13 vs 2); 55.3 PS more power; 39 Nm more torque.

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
1 of 2

Checked against the distributor's own published price, most recently on 28 September 2026. The rest are listed as published and carry no verification date.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Morbidelli: 8 showrooms, 2 service centres · Triumph: 35 showrooms, 13 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Morbidelli C252V vs Triumph Trident 800 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Morbidelli C252V or Triumph Trident 800?

As of October 2026, the Morbidelli C252V starts at Rs 10.3 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.29 lakh less than the Triumph Trident 800 at Rs 11.59 lakh.

What is the price of the Morbidelli C252V and Triumph Trident 800 in Nepal?

The Morbidelli C252V costs Rs 10.3 lakh and the Triumph Trident 800 costs Rs 11.59 lakh (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Morbidelli C252V or the Triumph Trident 800?

These two split the decision: the Morbidelli C252V is रु 1,28,940 cheaper ex-showroom (12.5%), while the Triumph Trident 800 is ahead on dealer and service reach and power — so the answer depends on which of those you are buying for. Take the Morbidelli C252V if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Take the Triumph Trident 800 if you want servicing within reach of where you live. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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