Royal Enfield recently launched its most affordable 450cc bike in India, the Guerrilla 450. The modern-retro naked roadster primarily competes against the Triumph Speed 400 and the Harley-Davidson X440. In this article, we compare the specifications of the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 and the Speed 400.
Design
Design is the biggest distinguishing factor between the two bikes and both of them feature a handsome modern-retro styling. The Guerrilla's design is largely similar to the Himalayan 450. The round headlamp, slim teardrop tank, and minimalist tail section accentuate the roadster styling of the bike. The motorcycle is available in five paint schemes - Brava Blue, Yellow Ribbon, Playa Black, Gold Dip, and Smoke Silver.
Meanwhile, the Triumph Speed 400 carries a more authentic neo-retro styling that is highlighted by the round fuel tank and a flatter tail section. The golden-finished USD forks add the much-needed pizzaz to its design. Unlike the Guerrilla 450, the Speed 400 is available in three colours - Carnival Red/Phantom Black, Caspian Blue/Storm Grey, and Phantom Black/Storm Grey.
Features
In the features department, both motorcycles are evenly matched save for a couple of features here and there. Both motorcycles come loaded with LED lighting, ride-by-wire throttle, riding modes, and USB charging ports.
However, the higher-spec Guerrilla 450 variants get a four-inch TFT cluster complete with Google Maps and Bluetooth connectivity. Meanwhile, the Triumph Speed 400 gets a semi-digital instrument console and a traction control system, which the Royal Enfield misses out on.
Engine Specifications
Powering the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 is the same 452cc, liquid-cooled motor that powers the Himalayan 450. Although it makes the same output figures of 39.5bhp at 8,000rpm and 40Nm at 5,500rpm, Royal Enfield has altered the final drive ratio by offering a smaller 45-teeth rear sprocket and also a different power map compared to its ADV sibling.
Meanwhile, the Triumph Speed 400 uses a 399cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor that pumps out a similar power figure of 39.5bhp at 8,000rpm, but the torque output is slightly lower at 37.5Nm at 6,500rpm. That said, the engine offers excellent refinement and a good low and mid-range punch. Both engines come paired with a six-speed gearbox along with an assist and slipper clutch.
Cycle Parts
The hardware on the Guerrilla 450 is basic compared to the Speed 400. It runs Showa-tuned telescopic forks as against the USD forks on the Triumph. Meanwhile, both motorcycles get a monoshock at the back. Both bikes also run on 17-inch wheels, but the Royal Enfield gets fatter rubber at both ends. It rides on 120/70-section front and 160/60-section rear tyres, while the Speed 400 gets 110/70 and 150/60 front and rear tyres.
The braking hardware on the Guerrilla 450 consists of a 310mm front disc and a 270mm rear disc. The Speed 400, on the other hand, gets its stopping power from a 300mm disc up front and a 230mm disc at the back. Both motorcycles get dual-channel ABS as standard.
Variants and Price
The Guerrilla 450 is available in three variants: Analog, Dash, and Flash, and is priced between Rs. 2.39 lakh to Rs. 2.54 lakh. The base-spec Analog variant gets a semi-digital cluster and a Tripper Navigation pod. In contrast, the higher variants come loaded with a four-inch TFT display with Google Maps and Bluetooth connectivity.
On the other hand, the Triumph Speed 400 is available in a single variant, priced at Rs. 2.34 lakh. However, Triumph India is offering a discount of Rs.10,000 till 31 July, thereby offering a lower price point of Rs. 2.24 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom India.
