Triumph recently launched two of the most affordable motorcycles in the world. They are the Speed 400 and the Scrambler 400 X. The two motorcycles will be launched in the Indian market tomorrow and will be manufactured by Bajaj Auto. So yes, these new motorcycles are very important for both Bajaj and Triumph. Here’s what you should know about the new Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X.
Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X: Engine and Transmission
Both motorcycles feature new TR-series engines. It was a fuel-injected, liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine with a cubic capacity of 398.15 cc. It puts out 39.5 bhp at 8,000 rpm and peak torque of 37.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed transmission with slip assist clutch.
Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X: Shared basics
Both motorcycles share a peripheral frame, but different subframes. Suspension functions are performed by a large 43mm piston fork at the front and a gas-filled monoshock at the rear. However, the Scrambler 400 X has more suspension travel than the Speed 400.
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Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X: Braking Hardware
Both motorcycles have a rear disc size of 230mm. However, the Scrambler 400 X features larger 320mm discs at the front compared to the 300mm discs on the Speed 400. Both motorcycles come standard with dual-channel ABS. On the Scrambler 400 X, however, it’s switchable.
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Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X: Wheel Sizes and Tires
The Speed 400 is fitted with 17-inch alloy wheels front and rear. They will come with road tires, while the Scrambler 400 X will come with dual-purpose tires. The front alloys measure 19 inches and the rear alloys measure 17 inches.
First published date: July 4, 2023, 17:00 PM India Standard Time
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