KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The Thruxton 400 is based on the Speed 400.
- It does not have any direct rivals.
- The passenger seat can be removed to incorporate a lockable cowl.
- Four paint schemes on offer.
The long-awaited Triumph Thruxton 400 has finally arrived, and it is the fifth motorcycle from the partnership between Bajaj and Triumph. While the Thruxton name has seen itself getting the axe globally, it has returned on the smaller capacity TR platform.
There are many things that it shares with the Speed 400, but before going any further, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates.
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Triumph Thruxton 400 Launched; Details
The Thruxton 400 bears many familiar visual elements, but it still gets its own identity, with the half-fairing that is inspired by the Speed Triple 1200 RR, and it also carries over the round headlamp with the X-shaped DRL. The fuel tank and the side panels, as well as the upswept exhaust pipe remain familiar.
However, the tail section has been redesigned, with the Thruxton receiving a more simple tail lamp instead of the usual Triumph unit, and there is also a lockable cowl which can be removed to accomodate the pillion seat.
Underneath the familiar looks, not a lot has changed. The Thruxton 400 continues with the 398cc, liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine, producing 41.4bhp at 9000rpm and 37.5Nm of torque at 7500rpm. These figures are slightly different compared to the Speed 400, with a marginally higher power output and torque coming in slightly later at the rev range, indicating its focus on offering better high-end performance.
The hardware elements also remain quite familiar; built on the same steel perimeter frame, the Thruxton 400 uses 43mm USD big piston forks and a gas-charged monoshock with pre-load adjustability. The 300mm disc with four-piston radial callipers at the front, along with the 230mm disc with a floating calliper have also been retained. It also continues to ride on 17-inch wheels with alloy rims. Interestingly, the Thruxton 400 gets a slimmer 150/60-section rear tyre. With a kerb weight of 183kg, the Thruxton 400 weighs 4kg more than the Speed 400. The clip-on handlebars and rear-set footpegs will further result in a more committed riding position, but that's something to be discussed.
In terms of features, the Thruxton 400 carries over the same semi-digital instrument cluster from the Speed 400, and along with that, it also gets ride-by-wire throttle, a slip-and-assist clutch, a USB-C charging port, switchable traction control, dual-channel ABS, and a lockable seat cowl among other things. Additionally, you can also opt for heated grips from the accessories suite.
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Verdict
The Thruxton 400 is easily a unique motorcycle that sits in a space of its own. Its half-fairing, neo-retro treatment make it stand out, and it might just be the only cafe racer available under Rs 3 lakh. Plus, it shares many bits with the Speed 400, which itself offers high quality levels.
