The Indian motorcycle market has embraced neo-retro cruisers, prompting manufacturers to release diverse models. The Triumph Thruxton 400, with its café racer styling, is a recent entrant.
This motorcycle showcases a classic café racer design and is equipped with a 398cc TR-Series engine, generating 42 PS of power and 37.5 Nm of peak torque. Clip-on handlebars offer a sporty riding position. Based on the Triumph Speed 400 platform, the Thruxton 400 features a distinctive cowl design. Advanced features like ride-by-wire and traction control contribute to its overall performance.
The Thruxton 400 is designed to compete with the Royal Enfield Continental GT, which has been a popular choice for riders seeking a café racer experience in India.
The Triumph Thruxton 400 and Royal Enfield Continental GT are compared in terms of performance and features.
The Thruxton, derived from the Speed 400, adopts the café racer aesthetic, with a riding posture that is more accessible than earlier versions of the Thruxton. The Royal Enfield Continental GT, though more expensive, offers a more powerful parallel-twin engine. However, its heavier build can make it less agile. The Triumph’s single-cylinder engine and lightweight chassis promote easier handling, especially in urban environments. A table comparing the Thruxton 400 with other 400cc motorcycles is included.