Triumph just dropped a bombshell from its British headquarters! While we were all busy obsessing over the Speed 400, Triumph went and “tracked” our hearts with the all-new Tracker 400.
Think of it as the Speed 400’s rebellious, mud-loving cousin who spent a summer in the U.S. watching flat-track races. Here is everything you need to know about this retro-flavored beast.
🏁 The Aesthetic: “Elbows Out, Ego Up”
The Tracker 400 isn’t just a Speed 400 in a new shirt. It’s a dedicated flat-track-inspired machine with a “stripped-back” attitude.
- The Look: Slim fuel tank with knee recesses, a stubby “don’t-touch-me” tail section, and a minimalist flyscreen.
- The Stance: It features wider handlebars ($+23\text{mm}$) that are significantly lower ($-134\text{mm}$) and rear-set footpegs that are higher up. Translation? You aren’t just riding; you’re attacking the asphalt.
- The Shoes: It rolls on 17-inch alloys wrapped in Pirelli MT60 RS knobby-style tires—perfect for looking cool at the cafe and even cooler on a gravel shortcut.
⚡ The Heart: The “Thruxton” Soul
While the Speed 400 is a gentleman, the Tracker 400 is a hooligan. It uses the same 398cc TR-Series engine, but borrows the spicy tune from the Thruxton 400.
| Feature | Specification |
| Peak Power | $41.5\text{ hp}$ @ $9,000\text{ rpm}$ |
| Peak Torque | $37.5\text{ Nm}$ @ $7,500\text{ rpm}$ |
| Gearbox | 6-speed with Slipper & Assist Clutch |
| Character | Higher revving, more aggressive mid-range |
🇮🇳 The India Twist: The “350cc” Secret
Here’s where it gets juicy. Even though this bike is built in India (Chakan, represent!), Bajaj and Triumph are playing hard to get.
- The GST Headache: Because of India’s revised GST 2.0 rules, bikes above 350cc are taxed at a whopping 40%, while those under 350cc sit at 18%.
- The 350 Derivative: Bajaj is reportedly working on a downsized 350cc motor. This means India might skip the “Tracker 400” and get a Tracker 350 (alongside a Bonneville 350) by mid-2026.
- The Price Gap: If it stays at 400cc, it would cost a fortune. But as a 350? It could undercut its rivals and become the ultimate Royal Enfield Guerilla 450 slayer.
The Tech & Toys
Don’t let the “retro” looks fool you; this thing is packed with modern wizardry:
- Full LED Lighting: Because 1970s vibes shouldn’t mean 1970s visibility.
- Safety Suite: Switchable Traction Control and Dual-channel ABS.
- Suspension: 43mm USD front forks and a gas-charged rear monoshock.
- UK Price: GBP 5,745 (approx. ₹6.94 lakh). Ouch, British taxes!
The Verdict: Triumph has created a niche within a niche. It’s sportier than the Speed, more upright than the Thruxton, and cooler than just about anything else in the 400cc class.
It’s the showdown we’ve all been waiting for: the British Secret Agent (Triumph Tracker 400) vs. the Indian Street Brawler (Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450).
If these two bikes met in a dark alley, the Tracker would try to out-maneuver the Guerrilla with agility, while the Guerrilla would simply try to punch through a brick wall. Here is how they stack up:
The Stat Sheet: Power & Punch
| Feature | Triumph Tracker 400 | RE Guerrilla 450 |
| Engine | 398cc Liquid-Cooled Single | 452cc Liquid-Cooled Single (Sherpa) |
| Max Power | $41.4\text{ hp}$ @ $9,000\text{ rpm}$ | $40\text{ hp}$ @ $8,000\text{ rpm}$ |
| Max Torque | $37.5\text{ Nm}$ @ $7,500\text{ rpm}$ | $40\text{ Nm}$ @ $5,500\text{ rpm}$ |
| Weight (Wet) | $173\text{ kg}$ | $185\text{ kg}$ |
| Front Forks | 43mm USD (Upside Down) | Traditional Telescopic |
| Tech/Console | Digi-Analogue + Traction Control | 4″ TFT with Google Maps |
Why the Tracker 400 wins on “Feel”:
- The Power-to-Weight King: The Tracker is a massive 12 kg lighter than the Guerrilla. In the world of motorcycles, that’s like the Tracker showing up to the race after losing a heavy backpack. It will feel much more flickable in traffic.
- High-Revving Drama: While the Guerrilla has more torque, the Tracker gets the Thruxton tune. It wants to be revved to the moon ($9,000\text{ rpm}$!). It’s for the rider who loves the “scream” of a single.
- Premium Bits: You get gold-finished USD forks and switchable Traction Control as standard. The Guerrilla sticks to old-school telescopic forks.
Why the Guerrilla 450 wins on “Grit”:
- Torque Monster: The Guerrilla hits its peak torque ($40\text{ Nm}$) much earlier. It’s a tractor in a tracksuit—it pulls like a train from the moment you twist the throttle.
- The “Dash” Factor: The top-spec Guerrilla comes with that gorgeous circular TFT display with full-map navigation. The Tracker’s console looks a bit “last decade” in comparison.
- Road Presence: With a fat 160-section rear tire (wider than the Tracker’s 150), the Guerrilla looks like a much bigger, meaner motorcycle from behind.
💰 The “India” Reality Check
As of late 2025, the Triumph Speed 400 actually undercuts the Guerrilla 450 by about ₹22,000 in India because Triumph decided to eat the GST cost increase!
If the Tracker comes to India as a 350cc version to dodge those heavy taxes, it could potentially be the cheapest “premium” scrambler-style bike on the market.
The Choice: > Pick the Tracker if you want a precision tool for canyon carving and “elbows-out” hooliganism.
- Pick the Guerrilla if you want a torque-heavy beast that feels unburstable and has better tech.
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