Kiwi Rider July Vol.1 2023 | Page 16

ROAD NEWS

TRIUMPH 400s DEBUT

It ’ s been a long time coming , but Triumph Motorcycles ’ new line of 400cc LAMS bikes have finally broken cover , and they look pretty classy to boot . Set to join the wider Triumph lineup from 2024 , the new bikes , dubbed the Scrambler 400 X and Speed 400 ( is that an oxymoron ...?), are both designed in the UK by Triumph but built by Triumph ’ s Indian partner Bajaj Auto in India .

This should result in some pretty sharp pricing which will be announced closer to the local launch of the bikes in 2024 . While the new 400s from Triumph are designed to act as a more affordable entry-point to the brand than the existing Trident and Tiger Sport 660s , that doesn ’ t mean they are lacking in modern technology and performance despite their size .
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