Triumph recently launched its most affordable motorcycle in India, the Speed T4, priced at Rs. 2.17 lakh (ex-showroom). It is the more affordable and less powerful version of the standard model. Let’s dive deeper into the Speed T4 through this detailed image gallery.
In order to price it competitively, Triumph has equipped the Speed T4 with conventional right-side-up telescopic forks instead of the USD units seen on the Speed 400. It will be interesting to see how this suspension setup performs compared to the Speed 400.
It is powered by the same 398cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine from the Speed 400. However, Triumph offers a different state of tune on the Speed T4, which makes 30.6bhp at 7,000rpm and 36Nm of torque at 5,000rpm. The motor is linked with a six-speed gearbox. Triumph claims that 85 per cent of the torque is available from 2,500rpm. This should help with better tractability in the city with fewer gear shifts.
The Speed T4 comes with bias-ply MRF Zapper tyres, compared to the radial units on the Speed 400. The front gets a 110/70-17 tyre while the rear features a narrower 140/70-17 tyre. These are not only affordable on the pocket but have also helped Triumph to lower the overall cost of the bike.
The Speed T4 also gets a ribbed-pattern seat with thicker cushioning that should help in better comfort over longer journeys. It has a fairly accessible seat height of 806mm.
Besides the tyres, the Triumph Speed T4 comes devoid of a few features to keep the costs in check. The motorcycle doesn’t get electronic rider aids such as a traction control system and a ride-by-wire throttle.
The Triumph Speed T4 is available in three colours – Metallic White, Cocktail Red Wine, and Phantom Black. These paint schemes offer a dash of freshness and vibrancy to its overall styling.
All these changes have resulted in a price tag of Rs. 2.17 lakh (ex-showroom), which is Rs. 23,000 lower than the Speed 400. At this price point, the Speed T4 will compete against the Jawa 42 FJ and the Royal Enfield Hunter 350.
