Triumph Motorcycles has introduced its smallest and most affordable bikes in June – the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X. Essentially the same bikes but specced differently for their respective segments, these two modern classics were developed with India’s Bajaj, hence, it will be sold first in the country with waiting times spanning up to months.
As it turns out, we only have to wait a few more months before the bikes arrive locally. And most importantly, we now have a ballpark figure for their prices.
According to Triumph Motorcycles Philippines, these two entry-level models are to be priced around P300,000, which, considering the 400cc segment, is pretty competitive.
Fellow European brand KTM and its 390 Duke, as well as its sister company Husqvarna and the Svartpilen/Vitpilen 401s, sell their bikes at the front-end of the P300k mark.
If Triumph PH will sell their 400s below P350k, then we’re bound to see a tightly competed segment once they arrive. But what will you get with Triumph’s 400cc entry-level bikes?
Thankfully, Triumph PH’s customer-facing website is already updated with the spec sheet of both the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X. Here’s a rundown:
Between the Legs
At the heart of both the Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler X throbs a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine a displacement of 398.15 cc, The engine comes. with 89mm bore and 64mm stroke, culminating in a high compression ratio of 12:1. Maximum power output is at 39.5 hp at 8,000 rpm, coupled with a peak torque of 37.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm. These numbers are sent to rear wheel via a 6-speed gearbox.
A Bosch electronic fuel injection system with electronic throttle control ensures seamless power delivery while optimizing fuel efficiency. The stainless twin-skin header system, accompanied by a stainless steel silencer, speaks volumes about the bike’s emphasis on superior exhaust design.
Chassis and Suspension
The Triumph 400’s chassis feature a hybrid spine/perimeter structure constructed from tubular steel, further fortified by a bolt-on rear subframe. This setup provides the perfect blend of rigidity and flexibility, ensuring stability during high-speed runs and nimble cornering.
For the Speed 400, the front suspension boasts 43mm upside-down Big Piston forks with 140mm of wheel travel. The rear suspension, a gas monoshock RSU with an external reservoir and pre-load adjustment, provides 130mm of wheel travel.
Meanwhile, the Scrambler 400 X, with its light off-road capability, has a longer wheel travel at 150mm front and back, designed to give it an edge over the Speed 400 street bike.
Wheels, Safety & Control
The Speed 400 comes with 17-inch, 10-spoke cast aluminum alloy wheels to complement the bike’s muscular stance. The front tires are 110/70 while the rear measures 150/60.
The Scrambler 400 X has bigger front wheels at 19 inches, wrapped in a narrower 100/90 rubber. The rear tires are slightly narrower, too, measuring 140/80.
The Triumph Speed 400 takes rider safety seriously, with the front brakes featuring a 300mm fixed disc with a four-piston radial caliper and an advanced ABS system. The rear brakes employ a 230mm fixed disc with a floating caliper, backed by ABS, as well. As the Scrambler 400 X has bigger front wheels, its brake discs are bigger too at 320mm.
Both come with an analog speedometer with integrated multi-function LCD screen.
Dimensions
The Triumph Speed 400 comes with an 814mm handlebar. Seat height is a beginner-friendly 790mm, while the wheelbase measures 1,377 mm.
Meanwhile, the Scrambler 400 X has a wider handlebar at 901mm and a higher seat at 835mm. Wheelbase is longer, too, while it’s marginally heavier at 179 kg (compared to the 170-kg Speed 400).
Both bikes have a 13L fuel tank capacity.
When Will They Arrive?
According to Triumph Motorcycles Philippines, the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X are arriving early in 2024, with the hopes of units arriving as early as January. With a high global demand for these bikes, we’re expecting a bit of delay through our fingers are crossed that our allocation will be prioritized.
Available colors are Carnival Red/Phantom Black, Caspian Blue/Storm Grey, and Phantom Black/Storm Grey for the Speed 400, while the Scrambler 400 X will be available in Matt Khaki Green/Fusion White, Carnival Red/Phantom Black, and Phantom Black/Silver Ice.
More information, specs, and other details will be available at launch. And don’t worry, we’re already in line for the review as well so we’ll have a taste of what an entry-level Triumph is all about.