The all-new TR-series engine at the centre of both bikes measures in at 398cc and puts down a very healthy 40hp and 37.5Nm of peak torque . That ’ s much higher than the bikes Triumph will be immediately competing against in the segment ( i . e . Royal Enfield ’ s 350 and 411 lineups ), thanks to a thoroughly modern design that includes a four-valve head with dual overhead cams and water cooling . The engine transfers its power to the rear wheel via a six-speed gearbox and chain drive . The clutch is of the torque-assist variety , meaning that while it has a light action at the lever , it is very learner friendly and won ’ t lock up the rear wheel on fast downshifts . Also helping keep the new 400s on the sprightly side of the LAMS class is a low weight , with the Speed 400 tipping the scales at just 170kg wet while the Scrambler 400 weighs in at 9kg heavier . Triumph has worked to ensure they are still approachable ( despite their relatively strong performance ) with low seat heights of 790mm for the Speed 400 and 835mm for the Scrambler respectively . While they may represent the new entry point to the Triumph brand , it ’ s hard to call either 400 a non-premium affair .
Suspension for both comes in the form of 43mm big-piston USD forks with a monoshock rear with an external reservoir ( the Scrambler gets longer travel versions ) while braking comes in the form of a 300mm disc with a four-piston caliper on the Speed 400 and a 320mm disc and four-piston caliper on the Scrambler . Both are backed by both ABS braking and traction control . The ABS on the Scrambler is also switchable for riding off-road . Rolling stock is a set of 17-inch cast alloys for the Speed 400 while the Scrambler adds a little off-road capability with a 19-inch front . Instrumentation is a stylish analogue speed with an integrated LCD screen with all the expected features including a gear position indicator , fuel gauge , and a digital tachometer . A USB-C charging socket allows for on-themove charging of handlebar-mounted devices , such as smartphones and navigation systems . A transponder chip in the key is part of an immobiliser system fitted as standard . This is all topped off with Triumph ’ s iconic modern classic styling with full LED lighting and a range of accessories ready for launch . The Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 will first launch in India in mid-2023 , with the world market set to receive the bikes in 2024 .
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