Almost six years after Bajaj Auto tied up with iconic British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph Motorcycles, the joint venture today introduced two products -- the Triumph Speed 400 and the Triumph Scrambler 400X -- for the Indian market at an extremely competitive price point.
"Introducing two ground-up motorcycles joining our iconic Modern Classic line-up. The Speed 400 & Scrambler 400X incorporate Triumph’s iconic Speed & Scrambler DNA, class-leading capability with an engine platform, the TR-Series 400cc. Be among the first to own one," Bajaj Auto said today.
After the India launch, both models will be on sale in all other markets from the start of 2024.
The Speed 400 roadster joins Triumph’s modern classic line-up, the Speed Twin 900 and 1200, while the Scrambler 400 X takes its rugged design cues from the Scrambler 900 and 1200, with an off-road pedigree.
The Speed 400 has been priced at an extremely competitive price point of ₹2.33 lakh (ex-showroom) in India, and the first 10,000 customers will get ₹10,000 (ex-showroom) too. The Scrambler 400X price has not been revealed yet, and the company is expected to announce it before October.
Conceived and designed in Hinckley, UK, and built at Bajaj's Chakan plant in Pune, both the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X will feature an all-new engine with a six-speed gearbox, offering 40 PS peak power and 37.5 Nm peak torque. They will have liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, exceeding Euro 5 emissions, and concealed liquid-cooling and machined cooling fins.
"Technical highlights include a four-valve, DOHC cylinder head and a crankshaft that has been perfectly weighted and balanced to optimise inertia for low-speed rideability. The six-speed gearbox delivers light, precise gear selection with ratios perfectly spread to make the most of this characterful and torque-rich engine."
The Scrambler 400 X is available in three colour schemes -- Matt Khaki Green and Fusion White, Carnival Red and Phantom Black, plus Phantom Black and Silver Ice options. The Speed 400’s two-tone paint schemes, each featuring a Triumph tank graphic, wear Carnival Red, Caspian Blue and Phantom Black colours.
Both the Speed 400 and the Scrambler 400 X come equipped with a steering lock and an anti-theft immobiliser as standard. The transponder chip integrated into the ignition key ensures only the owner can start the engine.
Other specifications include rider-focused technology to enhance performance and safety; ride-by-wire throttle for enhance rideability, safety and control; switchable traction control on both Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X; dual-channel ABS (switchable on Scrambler 400 X for off-road use); torque-assist clutch; all-LED lighting; and immobiliser.
According to the company, over 25 genuine accessories are available for the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X. “Bosch dual-channel ABS delivers assured braking in all conditions for added safety and peace of mind and on the Scrambler 400 X can also be deactivated for enhanced control when riding off-road.”
