After the presentation last year of the new Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 Also the possibility that the British firm, in collaboration with its Indian partner Bajaj, ends up developing a wide range of models around the platform recently launched by the brand's new modern classic.
Among them is the possibility that very soon we will have a new Speedmaster 400 or Thruxton 400. The latter would be almost confirmed after seeing the first images of the model, when a test mule was hunted in full action. Later, Indian virtual artist Pratyush Rout offered us his particular version of what we can expect.
Triumph Tiger 400, perhaps the most anticipated
With the current rise of adventure models, it is clear that the arrival of a Tiger 400 to the new range of Triumph models would be a great success. Even more so when Bajaj Auto is behind the development, as was already the case with the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X. Basically because a mount of this type is synonymous with success in most Asian and European markets.
In any case, the development of a Tiger 400 It would force Triumph to develop new possibilities on the platform we already know. Especially in the section of suspensions and cycle part. There he would have to undertake some reforms regarding the specifications shown by the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X, to provide his new mount with the necessary skills for efficient On and Offroad driving.
Another element to change would be the tire equipment, probably radial type and measuring 19 or 21 inches on the front axle. Although the braking kit is perfectly valid, the one already used by the brand's modern classics, an ABS system could be included with new driving modes, with the option of disconnectable ABS on its rear wheel.
Mechanically, Triumph has the balanced single-cylinder engine of 398cc with fuel injection and liquid cooling, double overhead camshaft (DOHC) and four valves, associated with a six-speed gearbox equipped with an anti-rebound system, which sends power to the rear axle.
The performance declared by the two current models that make up one of this engine approves a final power of 40 HP at 8,000 rpm, and a maximum torque of 37.5 Nm, at 6,500 revolutions. Perhaps these figures could vary significantly, taking into account the mixed use that could end up being given to a motorcycle like the Tiger 400.
From Motorrad Online they point out that the next Tiger 400 could be available this year, with a price in the order of 6,000/6,500 euros. We go one step further and set the next deadline as EICMA 2024.
In any case, the brand itself has the last word, so, for now, we have to wait.
