Triumph’s next big act for India’s biking scene has been fully revealed—the Speed 400-based cafe racer (Thruxton 400?), seen completely undisguised in a striking red paint job with a silver diagonal stripe across the tank and fairing. Drawing heavy inspiration from the swanky Speed Triple 1200 RR, this new cafe racer is shaping up as a neo-retro head-turner.
The front end sports a throwback semi-fairing (that old-school bubble look) gracefully extending over the tank, with integrated clip-on handlebars and revised, more aggressive ergonomics—a proper nod to classic cafe racer attitude. The rear’s also got a makeover: there’s a body-coloured cowl sitting over what can be swapped out for a pillion seat, plus a fresh, simpler tail-light that adds to the race-inspired aura.
Mechanically, things remain familiar—it’ll run the reliable 398cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine found in the regular Speed 400, making about 39.5 hp and 37.5 Nm, with a six-speed gearbox and features like dual-channel ABS, traction control, and a semi-digital dash. Expect the ride and performance to feel quite similar to the Speed 400, just with a sharper, more focused feel and styling to match.
Word is, this new cafe racer—likely carrying the “Thruxton 400” name—will hit showrooms in August 2025 and slot in at the top of Triumph’s 400cc lineup. Early pricing speculation suggests an ex-showroom price close to ₹2.8 lakh, making it a desirable—and affordable—way for Indian riders to own a British-style cafe racer straight from the factory.
With this addition, Triumph aims to stake its claim in the growing 400cc segment, merging that much-loved retro look with proven modern hardware. For fans of timeless racers and everyday practicality, this one’s lining up to be a very sweet spot indeed.
