Triumph Launches Thruxton 400: Café-Racer Style, 42 hp, and 161 km/h Top Speed

Triumph Thruxton 400. Photo: Triumph
Triumph Thruxton 400. Photo: Triumph

Triumph officially unveils the Thruxton 400 with café-racer looks and a top speed of 161 km/h

After numerous spy shots and speculation, Triumph has finally unveiled the highly anticipated Thruxton 400, a classically inspired model with strong café-racer appeal. The launch took place in India, with a price tag of ₹2.74 lakh (approximately US$3,290), placing it just below the Scrambler 400 X in the British brand’s 400cc lineup.

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Triumph Thruxton 400. Photo: Triumph
Based on the Speed 400 platform, the Thruxton 400 draws direct inspiration from the legendary Thruxton 1200R, one of the modern café-racer icons. More than just a cosmetic makeover, this new model features significant structural and performance upgrades.

Highlights of the Triumph Thruxton 400:

Triumph Thruxton 400. Photo: Triumph

  • Clip-on handlebars with forged top yoke and revised rear-set footpegs
  • Café-racer styling with front fairing and retro sport looks
  • Revised steering geometry and retuned suspension for a sportier ride
  • 398cc single-cylinder engine with 42 hp — 2 hp more than the Speed 400 — and 37.5 Nm of torque
  • Redline increased to 10,200 rpm (up from 9,200 rpm)
  • Claimed top speed of 161 km/h (compared to 148 km/h for the Speed 400)
  • 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, one second quicker than the Speed 400
  • Weight of 183 kg, 4.5 kg heavier than the Speed 400
  • Available in four colors: Lava Red Gloss, Pearl White, Phantom Black, and Metallic Racing Yellow

With the launch of the Thruxton 400, Triumph aims to expand its entry-level lineup with a model that blends classic style and refined performance — especially targeting riders who value authenticity, personality, and urban performance.

Triumph Thruxton 400. Photo: Triumph
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