Harley-Davidson and Triumph Motorcycles have entered the sub-500cc motorcycle segment of the Indian market with their respective products, and these have been priced aggressively. The new Harley-Davidson X440 will be manufactured by Hero MotoCorp, while the Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X will be produced by Bajaj Auto in India. This has allowed the two brands to price their respective motorcycles competitively. Now, the Harley-Davidson X440 and the Triumph Speed 400 are available in nearly similar price range, and this makes them rivals in India. Here, we compare various aspects of these motorcycles for you to make an informed buying decision.
Styling comparison of the Harley-Davidson X440 and Triumph Speed 400
Both motorcycles feature a neo-retro styling that is inspired by their respective higher displacement siblings. Thus, the new Harley-Davidson X440 carries an XR1200-inspired design that comprises a round headlight with integrated Harley-Davidson branding, a single-pod instrument cluster, a flat handlebar, a step-up seat, a sleek tail section, a side-slung exhaust, and retro-style round indicators. Notably, the entry-level X440 uses wire-spoke wheels, while the top model comes with diamond-cut alloy units. The colour options for this entry-level Harley-Davidson comprise four themes – Mustard Denim, Metallic Thick Red, Metallic Dark Silver, and Matte Black. The colour options vary depending on the variant selected.
Meanwhile, the Speed Twin-inspired styling on the Triumph Speed 400 comprises a round headlight, a semi-digital instrument cluster, a curvy fuel tank with knee recesses, a step-up seat, and a side-slung exhaust. Further, the classic Triumph engine profile with triangle badge, finned cylinder head, and exhaust header clamps complements the retro-design of the Speed 400. The colour palette comprises three options – Carnival Red with Phantom Black, Caspian Blue with Storm Grey, and Phantom Black with Storm Grey.
Engine specification comparison of the Harley-Davidson X440 and Triumph Speed 400
The new Harley-Davidson X440 has a displacement advantage between the two, and it uses a 440cc, single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled engine. This motor delivers a maximum output of 27bhp and a peak torque of 38Nm. However, the Triumph Speed 400, with its liquid-cooled setup, makes more power. The Speed 400 is powered by a 398.15cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that makes 39.5bhp and 37.5Nm of peak torque. Both motorcycles use a six-speed gearbox. The Speed 400 also has a weight advantage, and it tips the weighing scale at 176kg (kerb). In comparison, the Harley-Davidson X440 weighs 190.5kg (kerb).
Feature comparison of the Harley-Davidson X440 and Triumph Speed 400
The feature list on the new Harley-Davidson X440 comprises full-LED lighting, a colour-TFT display, and a dual-channel ABS. Further, the top-spec model benefits from a Bluetooth module that brings turn-by-turn navigation to this motorcycle. The Triumph Speed 400, too, gets full LED and a dual-channel ABS. However, the British product further benefits from a traction control system for enhanced rider safety. Notably, the Speed 400 misses out on a colour-TFT display and Bluetooth connectivity. Instead, it uses an LCD screen with an analogue speedometer.
Hardware comparison of the Harley-Davidson X440 and Triumph Speed 400
The X440 is built around a trellis frame, and it uses 43mm upside-down front forks and gas-charged, preload-adjustable twin rear shocks to handle the suspension duties. The braking tasks are handled by single-disc brakes on both wheels. The Triumph Speed 400, too, packs upside-down front forks and disc brakes on both wheels. However, the Anglo-Indian motorcycle uses a rear mono-shock instead of twin-sided springs on the Harley-Davidson product.
Price comparison of the Harley-Davidson X440 and Triumph Speed 400
The new Harley-Davidson is available in three variants and the base model is priced at Rs. 2.29 lakh. The mid and top-spec models are available at Rs. 2.49 lakh and Rs. 2.69 lakh, respectively. In comparison, the Triumph Speed 400 is listed in a single variant, and it has been priced aggressively at Rs. 2.33 lakh. Notably, the first 10,000 customers will get an ex-showroom price of Rs. 2.23 lakh.
All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi
