Triumph Thruxton 400 Launched in India at Rs 2.74 Lakh

Triumph has launched the Thruxton 400 in India at an ex-showroom price of Rs 2.74 lakh. The classic cafe racer mixes the signature look of the bigger Thruxton bikes with the easy-to-handle power of the popular 400cc platform. It is available in four colours: Lava Red Gloss, Pearl Metallic White, Metallic Racing Yellow, and Phantom Black. Regardless of the colour chosen, the bike gets eye-catching graphics and contrasting accents on the fuel tank, fairing, and rear seat cowl. In terms of market competition, the Thruxton 400 doesn't have a direct rival in its displacement and price bracket. However, it could serve as a cheaper alternative to modern retro machines, including the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650.

Triumph Thruxton 400: Design and Features

The Thruxton 400 features a half-fairing, circular LED headlamp and a raked windscreen. Its riding posture is sportier and aggressive than the Speed 400, thanks to clip-on handlebars and rear-set footpegs. The bike has a ribbed seat with a body-coloured cowl, a sculpted fuel tank with a racing stripe, bar-end mirrors, an all-black USD fork, a rectangular taillight, and brushed aluminium accents on the side panels. 

Also Read: Top 5 Premium Bikes Under Rs 3 Lakh: Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, Triumph Speed 400

While the bike is a modern classic, its feature set is contemporary. Some of the key features are a digi-analogue instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS, and traction control. 

Triumph Thruxton 400: Engine and Hardware

The bike has a proven 398cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that is tuned to produce a maximum power output of 41.42bhp at 9,000rpm, which is an increase of around 2bhp over the Speed 400's 39.45bhp. While the torque is the same at 37.5Nm, the rev is higher at 7,500rpm. The difference of 1,000rpm (both power and torque) from the Speed 400 is a result of a new camshaft and revised engine tune. The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox. 

As for the hardware, the Thruxton 400 has a lot in common with the Speed 400, but Triumph has made subtle adjustments to fine-tune its dynamics. For instance, the wheelbase has been reduced by 10mm to 1376mm, and the suspension travel has increased by 10mm to 140mm. The seat height has risen to 795mm, while ground clearance is a bit lower at 158mm.

Also Read: 2025 Triumph Trident 660 Launched in India with Revised Suspension and New Features

The bike's weight has increased by 4 kg (183 kg). Thanks to a tapered subframe, the Thruxton boasts a lower stance compared to the Speed 400.