Triumph Motorcycles India has updated its portfolio with the launch of the new Speed Twin 900. This motorcycle, formerly known as the Street Twin, is available at Rs 8.35 lakh. Here we list the alternatives that potential buyers can consider in the same price range.
Kawasaki W800 (Rs 7.33 lakh)
Kawasaki’s retro-style W800 is a budget-friendly alternative to the Triumph Speed Twin 900. This motorcycle from the Japanese manufacturer, which is available at a relatively lower price tag of Rs 7.33 lakh, is powered by a 773cc, air-cooled, twin-cylinder engine that makes 50.95bhp at 6,500rpm and 62.9Nm at 4,800rpm. The retro styling cues on the motorcycle include a round headlight, wire-spoke wheels, and many chrome-treated parts. And the feature list comprises an LED headlight, a semi-digital instrument cluster, and an assist and slipper clutch mechanism.
Triumph Trident 660 (Rs 7.58 lakh)
Triumph’s most affordable inline three-cylinder motorcycle, too, is available at a lower price tag than the Speed Twin 900. This roadster is priced at Rs 7.58 lakh, making it Rs 77,000 cheaper than the retro-style Speed Twin 900. The 660cc, inline three-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine on the Trident 660 makes 80bhp at 10,250rpm and 64Nm of peak torque at 6,250rpm. The comprehensive feature list comprises full-LED lighting, a Bluetooth-ready digital instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS, and traction control system.
Ducati Scrambler Icon (Rs 8.38 lakh)
Priced at Rs 8.38 lakh, the Ducati Scrambler Icon is marginally more expensive than the Triumph Speed Twin 900. This Ducati motorcycle is powered by an 803cc, L-twin, air-cooled engine that makes 71.87bhp at 8,250rpm and 66.2Nm of peak torque at 5,750rpm. The feature list includes full-LED lighting, a digital instrument cluster, and a dual-channel ABS. Further, elements such as dual-purpose tyres and a tall-set handlebar give the Scrambler a rugged persona.
Honda CB650R (Rs 8.68 lakh)
Honda’s retro-style CB650R is nearly Rs 33,000 more expensive than the Triumph Speed Twin 900. For this premium, the CB650R gets a 649cc, inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that makes 85.8bhp at 12,000rpm and 57.5Nm of peak torque at 8,500rpm. The styling cues comprise a round headlight, muscular fuel tank, split-style seats, and a compact exhaust canister. Then, the feature list includes full-LED lighting, a digital instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS, traction control system, and an emergency stop signal.
Kawasaki Z900 (Rs 8.84 lakh)
Kawasaki’s inline four-cylinder engine-powered Z900 is available at Rs 8.84 lakh, making it Rs 49,000 more expensive than the Triumph Speed Twin. This roadster from the Japanese manufacturer is tuned to draw an impressive 124bhp at 9,500rpm and 98.6Nm of peak torque at 7,700rpm. The feature list, too, is more premium than the retro-style Triumph, and the Z900 packs full-LED lighting, a Bluetooth-enabled colour TFT display, three ride modes, dual-channel ABS, and traction control system. Further, the performance and feature list are complemented by an aggressive design that is inspired by the company’s litre-class roadster, the Z H2.
All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi
