I’m a speed 400 owner in America, with 23 years of riding experience. I’ve had big bikes. I currently have 3,500 miles on my speed 400, and it’s my favorite motorcycle of all time.
I own a New Age Classic 350, and as much as I hate the clutch, it still surprises me how versatile it can be. Hustle, and it keeps up; slow stroll, and it makes it worthwhile. It's like a Labrador who would sit and play or run with me across the meadows. When I park it and sip my tea at the side of the road, I admire it as if I want to own it all over again.
Listening to you, Freddie saying that your #1 Bike is the RE C350cc made me almost cry !! of joy ..... I follow you since ever and You are one of the main reasons I, owning a T120 for road use, to buy a C350cc for whjile commuting in a urban environment .... And rest asure that, even still loving my T120, I always awake up in the morning happy because I will ride my C350 .. she is laizy, noisy, but makes me smile every single morning ... it´s rides smoothly, nice engine roar, fuel efficient and with this gorgeous looks .. and NO, I would never trade her for a T Speed 400 .... It has 0000 character ... thank you !! cheers from Brazil.
Actually Freddie Harley has actually released a 400cc motorcycle in India in collaboration with Hero Motocorp... it's called the x440.. it's a single cylinder based on the design of the Harley XR1200X
Hi Freddie, I think you’ll enjoy the Speed 400 . I test rode the Triumph 400 and the RE Guerrilla and liked them both, I previously had a Meteor 350, Himalayan 411 and before that a Bullet 500 efi. I’ve ended up buying a Kawasaki Eliminator 500se (which is a 451cc parallel twin) it has slightly more power at 45bhp and more torque than the Guerrilla and is only 174kg so lighter too. Although it’s cruiser styled it has mid mounted foot pegs, handles very well and has a very un criuser like engine that likes to rev. It’s a bit more expensive at £6400 but monthly pcp payments are the same as the £4850 base model Guerrilla due in part to Kawasaki’s £500 deposit contribution. We are in a nice position at the present time with so many great sub 500cc machines available to buy.
Here's the truth of the matter, Freddie...smaller displacement motorcycles are more fun and efficient! Unless you are doing major miles on the motorway, how much power and an overweight bike do you really need? You can work the powerband with the clutch which makes it more engaging to ride. It's a wonderful bike.
The average male is much smaller and lighter than myself. A small bike to me is a large bike to you. I'm personally wondering if the speed 400 might actually be too tall and heavy for a lot of riders
I bought one in black, it really is a great bike to ride. Being a short, small and not very strong lady, I like like my bikes to be small and light. I have a Kawasaki Z400 as well as a Honda Monkey 125. It feels decadent to have three bike until I realised I paid less for all three, then it cost for my husband's Ducati Monster SP. The Kawasaki is a really great fun bike to ride and very different in character to the Speed 400, I ride the speed with my husband when his is on his Royal Enfield Interceptor and the Z400 when he rides the Monster. The Monkey I use for runs to the shop and errands, it is a fantastic little bike.
I read your post on Rest day rider!! When I read your post here I thought this rings a bell, went and checked and alas I was right 😂😂 you like me, obviously have a great taste in content provider's. Regards to you and your husband 👍👍
I pre-ordered my Triumph Speed 400 and waited like a child for Christmas all winter, and I only have 2 things I wish were different. 1 The front gearing is too small, I don't care if I lose a bit from 0 to X, but 1st gear is almost useless as it comes stock. 2 Triumph should have put the same footpegs on as the 400 X as the seating position, on longer trips, gets a little cramped for me at least on the speed 400 (I'm the same height as Freddie)
@@andrewhayes4246 I did hear that some people experienced vibe issues, but for some reason, mine never felt like that. I would say half a gear higher, as starting in second feels a bit of as well 🙂
Bought it a month ago, and it is my first bike. Capable and enjoyable. In our country there's a number of riders that owned this bike because 400cc bike is the minimum requirement to get through in and out via expressways. It's a value for money if you ask me.
Freddie Dobbs presents the motorcycle world in much the same way as Bob Harris presented The Old Grey Whistle Test. Bob Harris was the voice of music back in 70s and became a legend within the music industry. Freddie Dobbs is the voice of motorcycling today imo. Freddie with the help of he's extremely talented partner Monica have turned motorcycling videos into an Art Form and for that reason Freddie gets my KING OF COOL 😎 Title 2024
The new speed 400 MY25 has just been launched. No new update to the engine, but it does come with verdestein wheels, thicker tyres, higher seat height, and adjustable Brake and clutch levers. Edit: the exhaust has been powder coated, but the new colors are decent.
Triumph also made a 350cc vertical twin in the 60's. A friend had one and it was HORRIBLE. For some reason his bike was extremely top heavy unlike the 500 Daytona it was based on. Maybe his was a trials version but I didn't dare to ride it.
Here's a question for you Freddie: How? Just how do you make such beautiful videos yet so simple and minimalist which are treat to the soul? Literally my soul craves for your videos almost everyday. What's your secret-sauce?
I bought my classic 350 earlier this year off the back of your vlogs, had to be the red/chrome too. Now 1800 miles in and absolutely love it. Thanks again F&M xx
Don't you ever feel a bit self conscious Freddy when you are doing your piece to camera and people pass by or a neighbour visiting the apartment garage?
I did what Freddie said was happening, my big heavy bikes have gone and I now have just one small 400 twin. I considered the Triumph but struggled to get a good P/X deal as the bikes hadn't been released but got a good deal against an immaculate used Ducati Scrambler Sixty2, happy days.
Seems like a good looking motorbike with the exception of the thing that many bikes seem let down by the number plate mount. Why are so many motorbikes sold with any ugly great stick at the back?
Blame the governments, it's their crap rules unfortunately. However some manufacturers do it slightly nicer with swingarm mounted plates and mudguards IMO.
Thanks Freddie. I also love my Classic 350. 10,000 miles, running sweeter than ever. Ridden 2up w panniers and top box over Wisconsin hills. With a little gearboxing, it’s a happy companion. 😀
Freddie, I have been riding motorcycles for over 51 years. I currently own a Harley Davidson Sport Glide, a Triumph Bonneville T100, a BSA Gold Star and. triumph Speed 400. If I could only keep one bike, it would be the Speed 400.
Freddie I live in Australia although a london born boy. Im just watching the speed 400 video and you mentiond the gapping whole in that cc size. Please look at the HD x 350 and x500 we get hear in aus. Cracking little bikes. Iv not heard about them being released in th uk. Oh well done on another fantastic vid.
If you live in an urban area no matter how much money you got, you can't get anything better looking than this or anything more fun to drive(very biased for sure)or anything more comfortable than this. And that makes classic 350 so much special. When you are on it you know there is nothing better than this out there. I've ridden almost everything from top to bottom but nothing like this. (Not applicable if you live in usa, anything less than 650cc feels under powered there if you drive in a not so legal manner, and yes I'm still talking about inside city)
Small cc, large cc, I've just sold my RE Himmy 411, great bike for smiles, and bought the mid point classic.. the Interceptor 650. Personal opinion is it sits just in the right place. Not too much of anything, power, torque, cost.. just in a sweet spot for value, smiles, and retro cool. Bit of a head turner as well.
Even BMW made a 300cc bike in a joint effort with another Indian company TVS motors. Now they have 3 bikes on the same platform G310r, G310gs and G310rr. You could say they did ok as between 2018 to mid 2022 they sold around 13000 units of 310r and 310gs combined in India. Pricing and quality led to lower sales in India and it couldn't pick up like the Speed 400.
400s are extremely popular in Hong Kong - I think because of the size of bikes and economy - the Honda 400 was hugely popular across Asia in 80s and 90s. Now there are a lot of scooters that make sense in cities like HK, Ho Chi Min and Bangkok, but I see this Triumph being popular.
As the biking demographic gets older a lot of us want smaller and lighter. I've just collected a new 450 Himalayan. So light, so simple, so enjoyable. And affordable! But if the youngsters like these 500cc bikes too, could rejuvenate motorcycle riding. Ride safe 👍
Interesting! I can tell by my audience demographics that youngsters LOVE these bikes (Enfields and the Speed 400 etc). Interestingly, and purely going on my UA-cam stats, under 40s have very close to zero interest in big adv bikes (Ducati Multistradas)
@@FreddieDobbsI watched your multistrada video and all I could think was, how would I get that beast around the garage, never mind the streets?Incredible motorcycle that only suits long legged brutes. I have a 2023 street triple R simply because it is a lightweight easy to live with simple motorcycle. These 400’s cater for everyone!
Been riding and owning motorcycles last 30 years , presently riding the interceptor 650 last 5 years , I booked the Triumph speed 400 and the Scrambler 400X but wasn't convinced somehow , meanwhile after repeated test rides of the classic 350 and bullet 350 for almost 1 year bought the new iconic standard black Bullet 350 ,its got loads of character and runs like a mechanical swiss watch,by far one of the best motorcycle i have had in years.Cheers
How does the interceptor compare... does it inspire the same emotion / joy?? I have an interceptor and am tempted by a classic for pootling and pillion jaunts..
@johnanderson3412 The Classic 350 has complete different character compared to the Interceptor, though it may feel a bit underpowered on highways speeds but it has a unique character which is addictive puts a smile on your face everytime.To be honest I now reach out to ride the Classic /Bullet 350 more than the interceptor especially city and back roads , it's got a wonderful character, and awesome long stroke low down torque available in any gear.in other words the Classic 350 compliments the Interceptor 650 to complete the pair,according to me, you can't just have one cos you will miss the other, Take multiple test rides back to back Classic 350 vs Interceptor and go with no expectations you'll be surprised I'm sure Hope it helps you decide .Cheers
@johnanderson3412 The Classic 350 has a complete different character which I feel is much better than the interceptor, not in terms of speed and power but an unique feel good factor which I have rarely found in any motorcycle . It is a long stroke engine with ample low down torque available in any gear. I find it more characterful than the interceptor for city and back roads.Very relaxed engine to potter around town, The interceptor and Classic 350 make a great pair but you'll miss the other if you just keep one.,it's best to take test rides back to back Interceptor vs Classic 350 to get a clear idea and feel.Hope this helps you in your decision. Ride safe Cheers
thanks Freddie . today saw these bikes still being ridden by Triumph test riders . we are only 3 miles from the factory . also a little later a test bike overtook us and it looked like it had 2 exhausts from the rear , it looked to have smallish size similar to the 400 ? .
I also loved my 350 classic. Now have a Honda 350ADV so good at everything even on the motorway! Load's of under seat storage and handles so good it keeps up with big bike's on the lanes.
I had a go on the Triumph 400X at Dorthey's Speed shop a couple of weekends ago and quite liked it. If you want to test ride bikes with those similar CC's then contact Nathan at Dorothy's Speed Shop, I had a great day riding round North Devon for the day. I tried the new Himalayan, Honda CRF 300 Rally, the CFMoto 450MT to mention a few. He has many including the BMW G 310 GS. My favorite was the CFMoto by far.
Great video. I've seen snippets of the Honda CB350 in India. Not sure if they will release it in the UK though. Would be an interesting comparison in this segment.
Harley Davidson actually made a sportster with a 400cc mill. That's QJ Motor SRV400 in the Philippines or SRV250/SRV300 in other countries. Their collaboration with China's one of the most important manufacturers (QJ Motor of Geely Group of Companies) made it possible. However, as per the local source, QJ Motor and HD didn't agree to have the SRV on both companies. Rather HD wanted it exclusive for them. So they ended up QJ Motor making Harley Davidson X350 and X500 for them using the Benelli Platform and HD agreed that QJ make Sportster looking bikes such as SRV250/300, SRV600 and Benda Motorcycles which happens to be under Keeway Group (that is under QJ Motor) to make Benda Chinchilla 450 and Napoleon 450 under the HD platform. :)
Well that’s wonderful for the Eastern part of the globe, but for we Americans, HD refuses to listen to their fellow countrymen. Ears Wide Shut here in Milwaukee. I’m through with holding my hopes for HD. Shot themselves in the foot more than once over the last 30 years. Goodbye H-D!!
@@ajkolb2746 South America has SRV300 already. But if we're talking about HD, yes. Many preferred the SRV series compared to the X series. It's weird why HD didn't adopted the concept of the SRV series since it will sell like hotcakes because of the badge and branding.
Why is it a retro? Would you call it a retro if it didn't have a Triumph badge on it? Cast wheels, upswept stainless exhaust, upside down forks bolt on subframe, alloy mono shock swingarm and a modern water cooled parallel twin.......... and it is so much better for it!
I test ride one a few months back. Great bike. Very small feeling and suits shorter riders really well. Not crazy power but definitely enough to have fun. Only mod that it really needs is taller gearing which I think the motor could handle due to enough power. Easy change of the sprocket and maybe a little windshield.
I think bikes like this also encourage people who haven't had a bike for years to get one as the cost is very reasonable, ive just traded my trident 660 for a honda cb300r, lot more fun with all usable power.
The India only Harley 400 has been mentioned elsewhere, but there are also mini-Harleys available in Australia and New Zealand in the shape of the X350 and X500.
Not long let mine go after 3,500 miles and 9 months of ownership. Potententialy a great bike let down by quality control issues across the bike and a faulty hardware / software immobiliser. On a survey of UK owners 25% experience problems, including bikes having been taken back by Triumph and replacements / refunds given. Add to this poor spares and accessories availability and you see why it has potential to be a great bike, but isn't. A great shame Triumph didn't bring manufacturing in house. Faced with repeated lost time for warranty trips to the dealer, still waiting after 9 months for a software update (to correct a hardware issue?), lack of accessories like heated grips, and you understand why I swapped mine for a Kawasaki Z500se.
you are so right about the universal desirability part, there are a lot of cool vehicles out there, but there have been just a handful that are wanted and achieveable by basically everyone and that is truly special. The Classic 350 is a great example, I don't think there's a single bike enthusiast that looks at it and doesn't think it is a gorgeous thing.
I went from 160 hp to 81 hp to 45 and now 40 with a Speed 400 in blue and yes it's drives very relaxed. The 160 & 81 hp I am going to sell, keeping the 650cc with 45 hp and the 400. And no the 650 is not an RE but a Mash Xride with street tires.
I have a CB1000r, a Zx9r and. 954 FireBlade…My partner has a Speed 400, I love “borrowing” it so much I’m going to get one for myself. Great fun bike which oooozes the essence of motorcycles.
@@radekknauer2891 They are more expensive than either Triumph, or RE, but not significantly more. They are also rarer and lighter. People buy CCM which are much more expensive, even rarer and even lighter than the Fantic. If price is the sole differentiator then yes, of course, but it rarely is when buying a motorcycle which is more of a lifestyle choice than transport.
Harley Davidson did launch the x440 in collaboration with HERO Motocorp around the same time when speed 400 was launched last year. But it only made it to the garages of Harley lovers with a small budget. Since the speed 400 was way reasonable and feature rich option. Also the Harley has too many variants , whereas the speed 400 had only 1 variant. ( Not talking about colour options)😅
I liked the look and the fit and finish of both Triumph 400’s at the NEC show last year but when I see them being ridden, they look like 125 or a learners motorcycle. Non of the Royal Enfield’s, apart from maybe the Hunter, give that impression and never mind the performance. You nailed it with the desirability or the ‘magic’ of the Classic 350………I want one and I want to change the exhaust, air filter, cam and install luggage racks and soft panniers. Non of which makes sense, but…… I am glad that the Triumph’s are selling well but I don’t desire one. (I own a Street Triple).
Freddie, I have no doubt you're right about BMW and HD missing a trick with introducing lower capacity bikes with more versatility into their range. To do so though would be to completely upend their business model. There's no way they could sell such bikes at a competitive price to the offerings of Triumph and RE. Unless, of course, they do what Triumph have chosen to do with their new singles and go into a collaboration with a foreign, volume manufacturer of motorcycles. For me, one of the attractions of RE is that after their century long tradition of bike manufacture, they are now fully recognised as an Indian brand and therefore truly authentic as such, even with the cachet of Britishness still part of their DNA. The Triumph was developed in the UK, looks like a modern Triumph, but can only be manufactured and sold at it'sattractive price point because it's made in India. Harley Davidson did have a forray into smaller capacity bikes in the 70's and they did something similiar. There was a range of small capacity bikes made in Italy utilising the manufacturing scale of companies such as the engine manufacturer Minarelli and Aermacchi. The latter of which, the excellent Harley Davidson SS 350 is an interesting footnote in the history of the brand and worth seeking out.
Good stuff Freddie, looking forward to more. I’m not in the market (just bought a bike) but love that these smaller retro classic bikes are taking off. Got mixed in with a big group of bikers a couple of weeks ago and one was one an identical Speed 400. It looked superb in motion; better than it does on screen (no slight against yours and Monika’s video-making of course, I mean every photo/video - some bikes just look better in the flesh 😁). Anyway, my point. You mentioned Harley and BMW not being in on this. Just watched Mr Darcy and The Old Man episode in Kyoto (Honda CB350 episode), where he visits a Harley dealership and they have 500X and 350X. So these bikes even exist, and could/would be very popular here. And a mini R nine T would, I’m sure, do big numbers.
Definitely a good thing. I’ve got a Caballero 500 and you have to pull clutch in to start. Therefore, you can’t bump-start ‘em if you needed to, which is a slight worry.
Motorcycles are freedom. They’re not as freeing with the cost of fuel these days so these smaller capacity bikes make sense. You can go about having fun, not worrying about how much it’s costing you.
OK, Freddie, I wish you well with your Triumph Speed 400, it looks great in blue. From 1979 until 1985 BMW produced an R45 boxer twin, it was basically an R65 sleeved down to 453cc, it was heavy, sluggish (95mph), low on power (35hp @ 7250rpm) and needless to say, it was expensive. Harley-Davidson do currently manufacture a lightweight motorcycle, the H-D X440 single cylinder model. There is talk of a new BSA 350cc "Bantam", we will have to wait and see if that appears in 2025. Thereb is a big demand for 350cc motorcycles in India and the rest of South East Asia.
You’ve hit the nail on the head Freddie. Bikes have been getting heavier generally over the last twenty years, principally because emissions regs have mandated bigger and heavier exhaust systems and bigger engines to maintain power. It’s almost impossible to find a decent mid capacity bike under 200Kg - the comparatively small engine Himalayan is 196Kg, as are the CF Moto 450 MT and Honda NX500. This is 170Kg wet - still not a real lightweight but that means the 40hp punches a lot harder. Triumph/Bajaj can’t make them fast enough at the moment.
If they are going to black the engine out ( yuk ). Then black the fixing bolts out. Gold forks really? Does anyone like them ? Looks tidy apart from a few issues.
I was very seriously looking at getting this bike (actually the scram 400 model) as my first bike earlier this year, but I wasn’t fond of the speedometer and it’s lack of symmetry, and the biggest thing is the gold forks. I find they do not match the bike at all and when you look at the bike they just jump out and I can’t look a way from them. And as a result I bough a 2024 Interceptor and love it through and through so far.
I test drove a 400 last week and really really wanted to like it but was pretty unimpressed...it looks great, but the motor, brakes and ergos sadly just weren't for me....
I'm so glad you did this! shoutout from India! What do you thinkn of the engine noise? Anything odd about the valve sounds or is it within spec with the bike you got?
By the time you are reviewing the Speed 400 ..In India a new version of these has launched and its called Speed T4. It has 31bhp and 34 Nm of Torque and it is 23k cheaper then this Speed 400. Speed 400 my25 is the existing model of speed 400 with adjustable clutch and break leavers and 150 section rear tyre..
For your knowledge Freddie, harley davidson have already come out with a 400 cc model. Its called harley davidson X440. Currently on sale in india and probably elsewhere.
I’m actually a fan of (actually probably indifferent is a better way to describe my thoughts) gold anodised forks. Interesting to hear you thoughts as I know plenty will agree with you. Thanks🙌🏻
I’m thinking that a bit of vinyl wrap would be a cheap and easily reversible way of changing the look of the forks. In fact, I may get a sheet of gold vinyl to spruce up my old black forks! Haha! 😎
I think it was a 250 trophy the 200 cc was named the tiger cub. The 250 trophy does have a similar look to the speed 400. BMW make a 310 of course although not a retro .
Triumph briefly made people look the other way and then Royal Enfield brought out the Guerrilla. Freddy , quick question why haven’t you reviewed the Himalayan 450? I’d love to hear your take on it.
Freddie, if Royal Enfield made a bike like the Classic 350, with 30 hp more, I would buy it tomorrow morning. I love it. By the way, I like your videos very much. Greetings from Italy.
Around 2012-13 Kawasaki changed their 250cc Z and Ninja to a 300 which has since become a 400 around 2018-19. So perhaps Triumph were waiting to see who followed suite and what the market would like as launching a 250cc would not be popular when there were 300 and 400's
Now it's Royal Enfield's turn, I've already seen and heard the Classic 650, if as can be deduced from the exhaust pipes, they have lengthened pistons (long stroke), it will have an unbeatable character xD
@@FreddieDobbs Its supposed to be launched in festival (diwali) seasons around Nov, before re's annual event in Goa which is in Dec. But its already Sept 3rd week and no sights of sneak-pics or any media activity from RE. Disappointing a bit. Also they may launch Scram 650 first.
I downgraded from a 1000cc, to the KTM adventure 390 4 years ago, and it's probably the most fun I've had in years. Though trips 300 miles + get a little uncomfortable on the stock seat. Don't knock the smaller bikes till you've ridden one
"motorcicles should be affordable mode of transport" that is exactly what i believe and my main point, if i had money i would get a dam car but cars this days, even a cheap one is over 20k dollars and payments a month are almost half your check in this economy. Motorcycles should be the alternative
The closest competitor for the Speed 400 seems to be the new Royal Enfield Guerilla. Compared to the Guerilla the Speed 400 has no centerstand, no functional mudguards, but it does have the most hideous pair of forklegs in the world of modern motorcycles. No wonder you're wearing sunglasses on a grey day, Freddie, those forklegs really hurt the eyes.
That's the weirdest looking pannier rail hanging off the back end. Haven't Harley already got a small capacity bike that they are flogging in the far east?
my two pence worth is the smaller cc bikes are way more user friendly…throw on some casual but protective gear and you can tip to the shop,go for a coffee,go round to the buddies house,and not look like your doin an around the world trip,want to ride my bike as many opportunities as possible,only thing at 400cc you are a little on the light side for a longer weekend trip,think 650 to 1000 cc bike in a compact package is the best of both worlds
I’m a speed 400 owner in America, with 23 years of riding experience. I’ve had big bikes. I currently have 3,500 miles on my speed 400, and it’s my favorite motorcycle of all time.
Isnt the performance from a single cylinder 400 a bit less for your roads?
@@neon0wl2107 not one bit. I took a 620 mile round-trip recently and cruised 75 the whole way.
I own a New Age Classic 350, and as much as I hate the clutch, it still surprises me how versatile it can be. Hustle, and it keeps up; slow stroll, and it makes it worthwhile. It's like a Labrador who would sit and play or run with me across the meadows. When I park it and sip my tea at the side of the road, I admire it as if I want to own it all over again.
Listening to you, Freddie saying that your #1 Bike is the RE C350cc made me almost cry !! of joy ..... I follow you since ever and You are one of the main reasons I, owning a T120 for road use, to buy a C350cc for whjile commuting in a urban environment .... And rest asure that, even still loving my T120, I always awake up in the morning happy because I will ride my C350 .. she is laizy, noisy, but makes me smile every single morning ... it´s rides smoothly, nice engine roar, fuel efficient and with this gorgeous looks .. and NO, I would never trade her for a T Speed 400 .... It has 0000 character ... thank you !! cheers from Brazil.
Actually Freddie Harley has actually released a 400cc motorcycle in India in collaboration with Hero Motocorp... it's called the x440.. it's a single cylinder based on the design of the Harley XR1200X
Thanks Shankar🙌🏻🙌🏻 I don’t think we’re getting it in Europe (or even the US)
@@FreddieDobbs yes as of now it's not being exported yet i think...btw great video Fred!!
@@FreddieDobbsTriumph speed and X 400 great little bikes? My local dealer has sold 75 of them last month alone
It looks horrendous & isn't selling well, btw 😂 @@FreddieDobbs
Hi Freddie, I think you’ll enjoy the Speed 400 . I test rode the Triumph 400 and the RE Guerrilla and liked them both, I previously had a Meteor 350, Himalayan 411 and before that a Bullet 500 efi. I’ve ended up buying a Kawasaki Eliminator 500se (which is a 451cc parallel twin) it has slightly more power at 45bhp and more torque than the Guerrilla and is only 174kg so lighter too. Although it’s cruiser styled it has mid mounted foot pegs, handles very well and has a very un criuser like engine that likes to rev. It’s a bit more expensive at £6400 but monthly pcp payments are the same as the £4850 base model Guerrilla due in part to Kawasaki’s £500 deposit contribution.
We are in a nice position at the present time with so many great sub 500cc machines available to buy.
Here's the truth of the matter, Freddie...smaller displacement motorcycles are more fun and efficient! Unless you are doing major miles on the motorway, how much power and an overweight bike do you really need? You can work the powerband with the clutch which makes it more engaging to ride. It's a wonderful bike.
The average male is much smaller and lighter than myself. A small bike to me is a large bike to you. I'm personally wondering if the speed 400 might actually be too tall and heavy for a lot of riders
I bought one in black, it really is a great bike to ride. Being a short, small and not very strong lady, I like like my bikes to be small and light.
I have a Kawasaki Z400 as well as a Honda Monkey 125. It feels decadent to have three bike until I realised I paid less for all three, then it cost for my husband's Ducati Monster SP.
The Kawasaki is a really great fun bike to ride and very different in character to the Speed 400, I ride the speed with my husband when his is on his Royal Enfield Interceptor and the Z400 when he rides the Monster. The Monkey I use for runs to the shop and errands, it is a fantastic little bike.
I read your post on Rest day rider!! When I read your post here I thought this rings a bell, went and checked and alas I was right 😂😂 you like me, obviously have a great taste in content provider's. Regards to you and your husband 👍👍
@@JulianOLeary-nv5nc Thanks, yes there are some very good content creators. Looking forward to itchy boots return.
Great bikes these - looking forward to seeing what your final thoughts on it are….I suspect (like me) you are going to love it!
Freddie one thing you are bringing into the world of motorcycling, is sensibility and practicality. Two of somewhat distinctive characters. 😊
I pre-ordered my Triumph Speed 400 and waited like a child for Christmas all winter, and I only have 2 things I wish were different.
1 The front gearing is too small, I don't care if I lose a bit from 0 to X, but 1st gear is almost useless as it comes stock.
2 Triumph should have put the same footpegs on as the 400 X as the seating position, on longer trips, gets a little cramped for me at least on the speed 400 (I'm the same height as Freddie)
@@LostYogi absolutely agree about 1st gear. The whole box needs to be one gear higher - lose 1st and add 7th. Motor is too vibey also.
@@andrewhayes4246 I did hear that some people experienced vibe issues, but for some reason, mine never felt like that.
I would say half a gear higher, as starting in second feels a bit of as well 🙂
Very interesting owner’s insight. Thanks very much for this🙌🏻
Bought it a month ago, and it is my first bike. Capable and enjoyable. In our country there's a number of riders that owned this bike because 400cc bike is the minimum requirement to get through in and out via expressways. It's a value for money if you ask me.
Freddie Dobbs presents the motorcycle world in much the same way as Bob Harris presented The Old Grey Whistle Test.
Bob Harris was the voice of music back in 70s and became a legend within the music industry.
Freddie Dobbs is the voice of motorcycling today imo.
Freddie with the help of he's extremely talented partner Monica have turned motorcycling videos into an Art Form and for that reason Freddie gets my KING OF COOL 😎 Title 2024
Totally agree 100% .
The new speed 400 MY25 has just been launched. No new update to the engine, but it does come with verdestein wheels, thicker tyres, higher seat height, and adjustable Brake and clutch levers.
Edit: the exhaust has been powder coated, but the new colors are decent.
The last Meriden small Triumph was the Cub. The actual last small Triumph was the TR25W which was a Triumph badged BSA Starfire.
Thank you Andrew!
Triumph also made a 350cc vertical twin in the 60's. A friend had one and it was HORRIBLE. For some reason his bike was extremely top heavy unlike the 500 Daytona it was based on. Maybe his was a trials version but I didn't dare to ride it.
Here's a question for you Freddie: How? Just how do you make such beautiful videos yet so simple and minimalist which are treat to the soul? Literally my soul craves for your videos almost everyday. What's your secret-sauce?
i think it begins with an M & ends with an A 😄
@@Matt-cl2qrI agree, I think Monika does the production and has a real talent for the visual while Freddie is a natural in front of the camera!
That’s incredibly kind of you to say so, thank you so much
@@FreddieDobbs credit where it's due, Freddie, you both work hard at this and deserve every success! 👍
I bought my classic 350 earlier this year off the back of your vlogs, had to be the red/chrome too. Now 1800 miles in and absolutely love it. Thanks again F&M xx
Same here 😊. Red and chrome Classic 350 as a result of Freddie's reviews. Just can't get enough of it.
Don't you ever feel a bit self conscious Freddy when you are doing your piece to camera and people pass by or a neighbour visiting the apartment garage?
I did what Freddie said was happening, my big heavy bikes have gone and I now have just one small 400 twin.
I considered the Triumph but struggled to get a good P/X deal as the bikes hadn't been released but got a good deal against an immaculate used Ducati Scrambler Sixty2, happy days.
Harley has also partnered with Hero motocorp to launch HD x440, but quality levels left much to be desired
Seems like a good looking motorbike with the exception of the thing that many bikes seem let down by the number plate mount. Why are so many motorbikes sold with any ugly great stick at the back?
I agree- it is awful
It's a standards thing, the number plate has to be the furthest back.
And that's why the tail-tidy industry is so busy.
@@AlexOnABoat I probably should’ve guessed that.
Blame the governments, it's their crap rules unfortunately. However some manufacturers do it slightly nicer with swingarm mounted plates and mudguards IMO.
Thanks Freddie. I also love my Classic 350. 10,000 miles, running sweeter than ever. Ridden 2up w panniers and top box over Wisconsin hills. With a little gearboxing, it’s a happy companion. 😀
Freddie, I have been riding motorcycles for over 51 years. I currently own a Harley Davidson Sport Glide, a Triumph Bonneville T100, a BSA Gold Star and. triumph Speed 400. If I could only keep one bike, it would be the Speed 400.
Freddie I live in Australia although a london born boy. Im just watching the speed 400 video and you mentiond the gapping whole in that cc size. Please look at the HD x 350 and x500 we get hear in aus. Cracking little bikes. Iv not heard about them being released in th uk. Oh well done on another fantastic vid.
If you live in an urban area no matter how much money you got, you can't get anything better looking than this or anything more fun to drive(very biased for sure)or anything more comfortable than this. And that makes classic 350 so much special. When you are on it you know there is nothing better than this out there. I've ridden almost everything from top to bottom but nothing like this. (Not applicable if you live in usa, anything less than 650cc feels under powered there if you drive in a not so legal manner, and yes I'm still talking about inside city)
Small cc, large cc, I've just sold my RE Himmy 411, great bike for smiles, and bought the mid point classic.. the Interceptor 650. Personal opinion is it sits just in the right place. Not too much of anything, power, torque, cost.. just in a sweet spot for value, smiles, and retro cool. Bit of a head turner as well.
I got one Dobbs, never looking back. excellent machine
Even BMW made a 300cc bike in a joint effort with another Indian company TVS motors. Now they have 3 bikes on the same platform G310r, G310gs and G310rr. You could say they did ok as between 2018 to mid 2022 they sold around 13000 units of 310r and 310gs combined in India. Pricing and quality led to lower sales in India and it couldn't pick up like the Speed 400.
400s are extremely popular in Hong Kong - I think because of the size of bikes and economy - the Honda 400 was hugely popular across Asia in 80s and 90s. Now there are a lot of scooters that make sense in cities like HK, Ho Chi Min and Bangkok, but I see this Triumph being popular.
Hello Freddie, always nice to see a new video. Here's a hard question for you: If you lived in India, would you buy a Royal Enfield or a 400 Triumph?
He will buy hero splendor 😂
So tough! But for me, in India, nothing can top a Classic 350 Enfield🖤 That’d be my pick
He would buy a RE classic 350!
I love how they hid the radiator. You can hardly notice it and it doesn’t kill the style of the bike
As the biking demographic gets older a lot of us want smaller and lighter. I've just collected a new 450 Himalayan. So light, so simple, so enjoyable. And affordable!
But if the youngsters like these 500cc bikes too, could rejuvenate motorcycle riding.
Ride safe 👍
Interesting! I can tell by my audience demographics that youngsters LOVE these bikes (Enfields and the Speed 400 etc). Interestingly, and purely going on my UA-cam stats, under 40s have very close to zero interest in big adv bikes (Ducati Multistradas)
@@FreddieDobbsI watched your multistrada video and all I could think was, how would I get that beast around the garage, never mind the streets?Incredible motorcycle that only suits long legged brutes. I have a 2023 street triple R simply because it is a lightweight easy to live with simple motorcycle. These 400’s cater for everyone!
Been riding and owning motorcycles last 30 years , presently riding the interceptor 650 last 5 years , I booked the Triumph speed 400 and the Scrambler 400X but wasn't convinced somehow , meanwhile after repeated test rides of the classic 350 and bullet 350 for almost 1 year bought the new iconic standard black Bullet 350 ,its got loads of character and runs like a mechanical swiss watch,by far one of the best motorcycle i have had in years.Cheers
How does the interceptor compare... does it inspire the same emotion / joy?? I have an interceptor and am tempted by a classic for pootling and pillion jaunts..
@johnanderson3412 The Classic 350 has complete different character compared to the Interceptor, though it may feel a bit underpowered on highways speeds but it has a unique character which is addictive puts a smile on your face everytime.To be honest I now reach out to ride the Classic /Bullet 350 more than the interceptor especially city and back roads , it's got a wonderful character, and awesome long stroke low down torque available in any gear.in other words the Classic 350 compliments the Interceptor 650 to complete the pair,according to me, you can't just have one cos you will miss the other, Take multiple test rides back to back Classic 350 vs Interceptor and go with no expectations you'll be surprised I'm sure Hope it helps you decide .Cheers
@johnanderson3412 The Classic 350 has a complete different character which I feel is much better than the interceptor, not in terms of speed and power but an unique feel good factor which I have rarely found in any motorcycle . It is a long stroke engine with ample low down torque available in any gear. I find it more characterful than the interceptor for city and back roads.Very relaxed engine to potter around town, The interceptor and Classic 350 make a great pair but you'll miss the other if you just keep one.,it's best to take test rides back to back Interceptor vs Classic 350 to get a clear idea and feel.Hope this helps you in your decision. Ride safe Cheers
thanks Freddie . today saw these bikes still being ridden by Triumph test riders . we are only 3 miles from the factory . also a little later a test bike overtook us and it looked like it had 2 exhausts from the rear , it looked to have smallish size similar to the 400 ? .
I also loved my 350 classic. Now have a Honda 350ADV so good at everything even on the motorway! Load's of under seat storage and handles so good it keeps up with big bike's on the lanes.
I had a go on the Triumph 400X at Dorthey's Speed shop a couple of weekends ago and quite liked it. If you want to test ride bikes with those similar CC's then contact Nathan at Dorothy's Speed Shop, I had a great day riding round North Devon for the day. I tried the new Himalayan, Honda CRF 300 Rally, the CFMoto 450MT to mention a few. He has many including the BMW G 310 GS. My favorite was the CFMoto by far.
Great video. I've seen snippets of the Honda CB350 in India. Not sure if they will release it in the UK though. Would be an interesting comparison in this segment.
Harley Davidson actually made a sportster with a 400cc mill. That's QJ Motor SRV400 in the Philippines or SRV250/SRV300 in other countries. Their collaboration with China's one of the most important manufacturers (QJ Motor of Geely Group of Companies) made it possible. However, as per the local source, QJ Motor and HD didn't agree to have the SRV on both companies. Rather HD wanted it exclusive for them. So they ended up QJ Motor making Harley Davidson X350 and X500 for them using the Benelli Platform and HD agreed that QJ make Sportster looking bikes such as SRV250/300, SRV600 and Benda Motorcycles which happens to be under Keeway Group (that is under QJ Motor) to make Benda Chinchilla 450 and Napoleon 450 under the HD platform. :)
WOW! Thank you for sharing this- I checked out the SRV400 pics online; it’s nice👌🏻
Well that’s wonderful for the Eastern part of the globe, but for we Americans, HD refuses to listen to their fellow countrymen. Ears Wide Shut here in Milwaukee.
I’m through with holding my hopes for HD. Shot themselves in the foot more than once over the last 30 years.
Goodbye H-D!!
@@ajkolb2746 South America has SRV300 already. But if we're talking about HD, yes. Many preferred the SRV series compared to the X series. It's weird why HD didn't adopted the concept of the SRV series since it will sell like hotcakes because of the badge and branding.
It's fascinating to see how Bajaj trabsitioned from Kawasaki Bajaj to now manufacturing for Triumph.
Why is it a retro? Would you call it a retro if it didn't have a Triumph badge on it? Cast wheels, upswept stainless exhaust, upside down forks bolt on subframe, alloy mono shock swingarm and a modern water cooled parallel twin.......... and it is so much better for it!
The classic 350 part was really touching and very true. Good video Fred!!
I test ride one a few months back.
Great bike.
Very small feeling and suits shorter riders really well.
Not crazy power but definitely enough to have fun.
Only mod that it really needs is taller gearing which I think the motor could handle due to enough power. Easy change of the sprocket and maybe a little windshield.
I think bikes like this also encourage people who haven't had a bike for years to get one as the cost is very reasonable, ive just traded my trident 660 for a honda cb300r, lot more fun with all usable power.
The India only Harley 400 has been mentioned elsewhere, but there are also mini-Harleys available in Australia and New Zealand in the shape of the X350 and X500.
Not long let mine go after 3,500 miles and 9 months of ownership. Potententialy a great bike let down by quality control issues across the bike and a faulty hardware / software immobiliser.
On a survey of UK owners 25% experience problems, including bikes having been taken back by Triumph and replacements / refunds given. Add to this poor spares and accessories availability and you see why it has potential to be a great bike, but isn't. A great shame Triumph didn't bring manufacturing in house.
Faced with repeated lost time for warranty trips to the dealer, still waiting after 9 months for a software update (to correct a hardware issue?), lack of accessories like heated grips, and you understand why I swapped mine for a Kawasaki Z500se.
you are so right about the universal desirability part, there are a lot of cool vehicles out there, but there have been just a handful that are wanted and achieveable by basically everyone and that is truly special. The Classic 350 is a great example, I don't think there's a single bike enthusiast that looks at it and doesn't think it is a gorgeous thing.
I’m a bike enthusiast and I detest chrome any vehicle. We are not in the 50’s move on !!
I went from 160 hp to 81 hp to 45 and now 40 with a Speed 400 in blue and yes it's drives very relaxed. The 160 & 81 hp I am going to sell, keeping the 650cc with 45 hp and the 400. And no the 650 is not an RE but a Mash Xride with street tires.
I have a CB1000r, a Zx9r and. 954 FireBlade…My partner has a Speed 400, I love “borrowing” it so much I’m going to get one for myself. Great fun bike which oooozes the essence of motorcycles.
Fantic Scambler 42bhp 150Kg ❤
They're too expensive!
@@radekknauer2891 They are more expensive than either Triumph, or RE, but not significantly more. They are also rarer and lighter. People buy CCM which are much more expensive, even rarer and even lighter than the Fantic. If price is the sole differentiator then yes, of course, but it rarely is when buying a motorcycle which is more of a lifestyle choice than transport.
Harley Davidson did launch the x440 in collaboration with HERO Motocorp around the same time when speed 400 was launched last year. But it only made it to the garages of Harley lovers with a small budget. Since the speed 400 was way reasonable and feature rich option. Also the Harley has too many variants , whereas the speed 400 had only 1 variant. ( Not talking about colour options)😅
You had to do this Freddie, I’ll be interested in your comparison of this with the Guerrilla😃👍
After the Guerrilla, I immediately knew I needed to try this😃
I liked the look and the fit and finish of both Triumph 400’s at the NEC show last year but when I see them being ridden, they look like 125 or a learners motorcycle. Non of the Royal Enfield’s, apart from maybe the Hunter, give that impression and never mind the performance.
You nailed it with the desirability or the ‘magic’ of the Classic 350………I want one and I want to change the exhaust, air filter, cam and install luggage racks and soft panniers. Non of which makes sense, but……
I am glad that the Triumph’s are selling well but I don’t desire one. (I own a Street Triple).
Freddie, I have no doubt you're right about BMW and HD missing a trick with introducing lower capacity bikes with more versatility into their range. To do so though would be to completely upend their business model. There's no way they could sell such bikes at a competitive price to the offerings of Triumph and RE. Unless, of course, they do what Triumph have chosen to do with their new singles and go into a collaboration with a foreign, volume manufacturer of motorcycles. For me, one of the attractions of RE is that after their century long tradition of bike manufacture, they are now fully recognised as an Indian brand and therefore truly authentic as such, even with the cachet of Britishness still part of their DNA. The Triumph was developed in the UK, looks like a modern Triumph, but can only be manufactured and sold at it'sattractive price point because it's made in India. Harley Davidson did have a forray into smaller capacity bikes in the 70's and they did something similiar. There was a range of small capacity bikes made in Italy utilising the manufacturing scale of companies such as the engine manufacturer Minarelli and Aermacchi. The latter of which, the excellent Harley Davidson SS 350 is an interesting footnote in the history of the brand and worth seeking out.
Good stuff Freddie, looking forward to more. I’m not in the market (just bought a bike) but love that these smaller retro classic bikes are taking off. Got mixed in with a big group of bikers a couple of weeks ago and one was one an identical Speed 400. It looked superb in motion; better than it does on screen (no slight against yours and Monika’s video-making of course, I mean every photo/video - some bikes just look better in the flesh 😁).
Anyway, my point. You mentioned Harley and BMW not being in on this. Just watched Mr Darcy and The Old Man episode in Kyoto (Honda CB350 episode), where he visits a Harley dealership and they have 500X and 350X. So these bikes even exist, and could/would be very popular here. And a mini R nine T would, I’m sure, do big numbers.
You don't need to pull the clutch in to start these Triumph 400's.
Definitely a good thing. I’ve got a Caballero 500 and you have to pull clutch in to start.
Therefore, you can’t bump-start ‘em if you needed to, which is a slight worry.
Motorcycles are freedom. They’re not as freeing with the cost of fuel these days so these smaller capacity bikes make sense. You can go about having fun, not worrying about how much it’s costing you.
OK, Freddie, I wish you well with your Triumph Speed 400, it looks great in blue.
From 1979 until 1985 BMW produced an R45 boxer twin, it was basically an R65 sleeved down to 453cc, it was heavy, sluggish (95mph), low on power (35hp @ 7250rpm) and needless to say, it was expensive. Harley-Davidson do currently manufacture a lightweight motorcycle, the H-D X440 single cylinder model. There is talk of a new BSA 350cc "Bantam", we will have to wait and see if that appears in 2025. Thereb is a big demand for 350cc motorcycles in India and the rest of South East Asia.
You’ve hit the nail on the head Freddie. Bikes have been getting heavier generally over the last twenty years, principally because emissions regs have mandated bigger and heavier exhaust systems and bigger engines to maintain power. It’s almost impossible to find a decent mid capacity bike under 200Kg - the comparatively small engine Himalayan is 196Kg, as are the CF Moto 450 MT and Honda NX500. This is 170Kg wet - still not a real lightweight but that means the 40hp punches a lot harder. Triumph/Bajaj can’t make them fast enough at the moment.
mt07 mt09 both lightweight. ktms light as well. modern exhaust are a couple of kilos...
Er… OK. Maybe inside your head. Not in the real world.
Looks like a fun little bike. I learned on a Suzuki tu250 single cylinder. Single cylinder is a fun little engine.
If they are going to black the engine out ( yuk ). Then black the fixing bolts out. Gold forks really? Does anyone like them ? Looks tidy apart from a few issues.
10:05 I love this shot for so many reasons. I considered sharing that the 400X might be my next purchase, but I don't want them to raise the price.
Thanks🙌🏻 I’ve noticed the price has already gone up by £200 since March
I was very seriously looking at getting this bike (actually the scram 400 model) as my first bike earlier this year, but I wasn’t fond of the speedometer and it’s lack of symmetry, and the biggest thing is the gold forks. I find they do not match the bike at all and when you look at the bike they just jump out and I can’t look a way from them. And as a result I bough a 2024 Interceptor and love it through and through so far.
Interesting!
I've heard they're finding metal shavings in the oil !🤔🤔😑
i think you dont know what running period is ....and how a new bike engine works ....
Mine arrived today.
Nice to see you making full use of all that freebie motorcycle clothing Freddie! 😂
I wonder if India will produce their own Freddie Dobbs, they make everything else British.
I test drove a 400 last week and really really wanted to like it but was pretty unimpressed...it looks great, but the motor, brakes and ergos sadly just weren't for me....
I'm so glad you did this! shoutout from India! What do you thinkn of the engine noise? Anything odd about the valve sounds or is it within spec with the bike you got?
Lol! Freddie doesn’t know anything about valves Josh! 😁😁
By the time you are reviewing the Speed 400 ..In India a new version of these has launched and its called Speed T4. It has 31bhp and 34 Nm of Torque and it is 23k cheaper then this Speed 400. Speed 400 my25 is the existing model of speed 400 with adjustable clutch and break leavers and 150 section rear tyre..
Rumour has it that RE just started working on a 250 cc motorcycle.... to be out by 2027..
For your knowledge Freddie, harley davidson have already come out with a 400 cc model. Its called harley davidson X440. Currently on sale in india and probably elsewhere.
Why has every new bike got to have gold anodised front forks ?
I’m actually a fan of (actually probably indifferent is a better way to describe my thoughts) gold anodised forks. Interesting to hear you thoughts as I know plenty will agree with you. Thanks🙌🏻
I think it's just a phase
its kind of nice from a visibility standpoint
I’m thinking that a bit of vinyl wrap would be a cheap and easily reversible way of changing the look of the forks.
In fact, I may get a sheet of gold vinyl to spruce up my old black forks! Haha! 😎
@@chrishart8548 It's a phase that I wish would fizzle out !
I think it was a 250 trophy the 200 cc was named the tiger cub. The 250 trophy does have a similar look to the speed 400. BMW make a 310 of course although not a retro .
Good info, do like the looks of the 400, 1 of my first bikes was a Gs550e Suzuki. Great for riding to work.
New rider who started riding with us here in the states has one, I must say it's pretty sweet.
Triumph briefly made people look the other way and then Royal Enfield brought out the Guerrilla. Freddy , quick question why haven’t you reviewed the Himalayan 450? I’d love to hear your take on it.
The only other company I can think of which were blind to the need to have an accessible smaller model is HD they are not as bright as they seem 😊
looks like a decent starter bike.
Harley makes a 440cc in india
Freddie, if Royal Enfield made a bike like the Classic 350, with 30 hp more, I would buy it tomorrow morning. I love it. By the way, I like your videos very much. Greetings from Italy.
They do make a few with 27hp more 😅
Hi over in Italy! I’ve heard that a Classic 650 may be on the way😃🤞🏼
I think you could do with a helmet with a touch more style and panache than that black pudding bowl, imo 😉
Around 2012-13 Kawasaki changed their 250cc Z and Ninja to a 300 which has since become a 400 around 2018-19. So perhaps Triumph were waiting to see who followed suite and what the market would like as launching a 250cc would not be popular when there were 300 and 400's
Now it's Royal Enfield's turn, I've already seen and heard the Classic 650, if as can be deduced from the exhaust pipes, they have lengthened pistons (long stroke), it will have an unbeatable character xD
If this does materialise… I will genuinely freak out!!
@@FreddieDobbs Its supposed to be launched in festival (diwali) seasons around Nov, before re's annual event in Goa which is in Dec. But its already Sept 3rd week and no sights of sneak-pics or any media activity from RE. Disappointing a bit. Also they may launch Scram 650 first.
Harley Davidson launched the x440 in India this year
I downgraded from a 1000cc, to the KTM adventure 390 4 years ago, and it's probably the most fun I've had in years. Though trips 300 miles + get a little uncomfortable on the stock seat. Don't knock the smaller bikes till you've ridden one
The Small capacity Triumph from the fifties and Sixties was the Tiger Cub 200 cc
Was that a 2 stroke ?
Ah thanks David!
@@chrishart8548 nope. A four stroke mate 🙂
@@FreddieDobbs pleasure Freddie.
Always enjoy your videos 👍
"motorcicles should be affordable mode of transport" that is exactly what i believe and my main point, if i had money i would get a dam car but cars this days, even a cheap one is over 20k dollars and payments a month are almost half your check in this economy. Motorcycles should be the alternative
The closest competitor for the Speed 400 seems to be the new Royal Enfield Guerilla. Compared to the Guerilla the Speed 400 has no centerstand, no functional mudguards, but it does have the most hideous pair of forklegs in the world of modern motorcycles. No wonder you're wearing sunglasses on a grey day, Freddie, those forklegs really hurt the eyes.
I would say the Husqvarna Vitpilen/Svartpilen are there too. They have a more retro futuristic look, but same class
It's not a grey day. That's sunny English weather
Bro can u make a beginners guide for retro bikes in uk
Nicely done review mate
That's the weirdest looking pannier rail hanging off the back end. Haven't Harley already got a small capacity bike that they are flogging in the far east?
Was that a joke? Or are you watching this on a really tiny screen?
It’s a D lock
Sits to high for me
Harley already selling 440cc bike in India called Harley x440.
Look up harley davidson 440-x Freddie, every one’s up for grabbing a piece of the pie
I hope that you are coming for the rider mania in November.
Hmm, I am genuinely keen to get out to this😃
I love my Speed 400. It’s the best bike I’ve ever owned and can’t ever imagine selling it. Amazing bike.
Really amazing this bike!
top notch content, colors are popping out from every frame
my two pence worth is the smaller cc bikes are way more user friendly…throw on some casual but protective gear and you can tip to the shop,go for a coffee,go round to the buddies house,and not look like your doin an around the world trip,want to ride my bike as many opportunities as possible,only thing at 400cc you are a little on the light side for a longer weekend trip,think 650 to 1000 cc bike in a compact package is the best of both worlds
Bonnevillesque ❤ … all eyes on her 😂. It’s so easy to be happy, small engine, simple classic but …
unfortunately nothing for 6.2 + guys
I would go for the guerilla. Having seen both in the flesh.
Looks like the New Speed Twin 1200................gives us the DOuble Dash back