Triumph-Bajaj 400cc Bikes Made Their Global Debut; India Launch Next Month
Published by
Nikhil Ramchandani
Triumph Scrambler 400 and Speed 400
The UK-based Triumph Motorcycles has finally unveiled the highly anticipated Speed 400 (roadster) and Scrambler 400X bikes in London. Co-developed in collaboration with Bajaj, these bikes will hit our shores on July 5.
Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X – Engine Specifications
Powering the Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X is the new TR series 398cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC motor that makes 40PS at 8000rpm and 37.5Nm at 6500rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
Despite being liquid cooled, it still features a few cooling fins, probably for aesthetic purposes.
What’s more impressive is that this engine has a service interval of 16,000 kilometres.
In terms of appearance, both motorcycles look primarily similar, featuring neo-retro styling inspired by the Speed Twin 900 and the Scrambler 900.
Being a scram, the Scrambler 900 also sports a split seat, headlight grille, raised front fender (optional) and knuckle guards. On the other hand, the Speed 400 gets a single-piece seat and handlebar-mounted mirrors for a roadster appeal.
The double-barrel exhausts on both bikes are also finished differently.
Underpinnings and Braking System
The major difference between both bikes lies in their underpinnings. Each of these British motorcycles uses a distinct chassis, suspension setup, and wheels, among others.
While the Scrambler gets a bigger 19-inch front wheel, the Speed gets a smaller 17-inch unit. The rear wheel, however, is of 17-inch in both bikes.
The Triumph Scram comes wrapped in Metzeler Karoo Street tyres; the Speed gets more premium & sportier Metzeler Sportec M9RR rubber.
The suspension setup on both bikes is similar, featuring a 43mm big-piston USD and a monoshock; however, the Scrambler has more suspension travel of 150mm at each end, while Speed 400 offers 140mm at the front and 130mm at the rear.
The Scram also gets a slightly larger 320mm disc up front compared to the roadster’s 300mm unit. Both get 230mm rear at the back, assisted by dual-channel ABS (switchable in Scrambler).
At 835mm, the scrambler’s saddle height is a bit higher compared to Speed’s 790mm.
Both bikes have the same 13-litre fuel tank.
Tipping the weight scale at 170kg, the Speed 400 is 9kg lighter than the Scrambler 400X.
When it comes to features, the Triumph Scrambler and Speed 400 get all-LED lighting, a C-type USB port, switchable traction control, dual-channel ABS (switchable in Scrambler), an assist clutch, ride-by-wire technology, an immobiliser, a semi-digital instrument with a small LCD screen. Unfortunately, it misses out on Bluetooth connectivity.
Expected Price
Since both bikes will be locally produced, expected Triumph to price the Speed 400 from around Rs 3 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Scrambler may command a slightly higher price.