Outstanding, the first UK review I’ve seen on utube what a cracking bike. I rode numerous Japanese 400s back in the 80s with similar power output. I recall riding two up with camping gear on a Honda 400 four Newcastle to Cornwall cruising at 70 no problem. Triumph have a winner here and should sell bucket loads 👍
The Honda four was an awesome bike!! You have it spot in here though, this bike is powerful enough and cheap enough and practical for all kinds of riding… winner winner! 🥇 Well done Triumph Motorcycles 🫡
I noticed that even at 70+ mph your mirrors were still completely clear. That’s my criteria for acceptable motor vibration, and it looks like the little Scrambler passed with flying colors. Well done, Triumph! 😃
It’s a seriously good bike this one, I’m always brutally honest but I literally found nothing to complain about with this motorcycle… Do you think you’ll get one?
@@ontheroadadventure, yes, most likely. I'm getting a bit long in the tooth, and the missus doesn't really ride with me anymore, so I'm looking to downsize from my Indian Roadmaster. I grew up on small bikes like this, e.g., a Yamaha XT500, so it'll be like revisiting my misspent youth. I'll take a look at the Himalayan 452, and maybe I'll wait long enough to check out the much rumored 2025 KTM 390 Adventure, too. But I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Triumphs, ever since I had an old TR6 back in the day, complete with the old right-side shifter. The mirrors on that bike buzzed at _idle,_ and it'd loosen your fillings at speed. These modern Hinckley-era Triumphs are ever so much more civilized! 😉
@@tracythorleifson I’d stick with the Triumph or RE, I had a 890 adventure from KTM brand new… KTM Collected it from me after ten days of constant problems, leaks, non starts… awful bike I’d never buy KTM again
I have to agree with the KTM reliability. I had a 390 duke and it was nothing but problems since day 1. It eventually got a full engine rebuild at 7000 miles and by 9500 miles blew yet another head gasket. Never again with KTM.
This is really bizarre reasoning. Triumph ARE a British company, they may be made in India, but to a Triumph design not Triumph adding their name to something. You wouldn't suggest that Apple smartphones are just badge engineering.... they are designed by Apple and built in someone else's factory in China. This is the way of the world today in many industries, it shouldn't been seen as a negative thing. BMW do it, KTM do it, Husqvarna do it among many others.
This is exactly the point im making, If it has Triumphs build quality and customer service then i dont mind where it was actually put together.... I mean you mention KTM and BMW for example both no longer known for great reliability yet still main brands
I don't think maxrider listens properly, one things for sure where ever triumph is made the quality is miles ahead of the bikes of yesteryear made in England 😊
Amazing product built in India for the world. The bike has been on Indian roads for quite a while now and has proven to be reliable and a very capable bike. The fit and finish is impeccable and makes a great choice.
I got the bike 2 weeks back in Bangalore. I have done 500kms on it now. I have to agree with everything said in the review. Coming from a Himalayan 411 I used for 8 years and a Yamaha prior to that, I must say, this bike creates a feeling of joy when you ride it
Nice one! Been riding mine for just over a month back here in India. Apparently, for the first 1000 kilometers, the RPM stays locked at just below 6000. I didn't know that until much later, and even thought to myself sadly that I'd have to get used to this. But, as soon as I crossed 1000 kms, the RPM limiter unlocked itself and she really showed me her true colours! Best of luck mate, she's a keeper!
Great review. After a 20 year lay-off (my last bike was a BMW r1100gs) I'm pleased to say I've got a black one on order. Perfect bike for returning riders and commuters
@@ontheroadadventureI think there will always be the diehards who want them. The rest of us will be keeping money in our pockets and having just as much fun 😊
@@lilynorthover8378 Me and Ewa Ride Africa Twin 1100’s but I’m not convinced such large expensive bikes are needed for touring anymore, sacrificing power and speed for such huge savings in costs is the smart man’s choice…
Great video mate. Looks a fantastic bike.. The small bike market has taken off. Not everyone can cope with larger machines, that are tall and heavy.. And these fit the bill. It allows older riders to continue riding longer, our ladies and smaller men to take up biking.. It's a large market so Triumph have made a wise decision.. Price wise some 125s are over the 4k mark, so 5.7 for a 400 isn't bad..
Bigger bikes are also just more expensive...biking should be cheaper than driving a car and it really isn't even with modern "mid size" bikes. Smaller bikes play to the overall strength of biking, I'm hoping the Japanese manufacturers start putting out some quality small-mid size bikes in response.
Had mine a month now, cracking little bike, I got rid of a triumph 1200 bobber for the scrambler and the grin factor has multiplied by a factor of 10... lovely plush suspension and the throttle is light years ahead of the bobbers "open it and wait" affair (hated it) I don't miss the power of the bobber and truth be told the little scrambler does all I want it to... and much more comfortably... for the money its a winner...👍😎
I think we all can agree that Triumph has a winner here. What really impressed me is your well-rounded review of the 400X. Love to follow your moto camping escapades and rides down the Devon lanes. To me, this review shows you have a lot more to offer. More bike reviews please?
Hi thanks so much. More reviews will come alongside our usual travel content. We like to keep a good mix of motorcycle stuff on the channel. I have a really interesting one to ride and review very soon I’m looking forward to in the coming days 👍
Thanks for posting this review. I'm an old guy (62) and have been looking to downsize my 800 xcx. I've had motorcycles, most of my life, and currently looking at this bike and a KTM 390 adventure. Both are great for what I'm looking for, weight, maintenance, and reliability. I guess I just need to test ride both and to make a decision. But the Triumph has that "old school" style that catches my eye. Great review....
Hi Timmy, I had the KTM 890 Adventure, Lasted me 10 days before the Poor Build quality and reliability issues had me quit on it. I personally would be taking the Triumph, which really is a fantastic bike. Have you taken each for a test yet?
@ontheroadadventure Thanks for the reply, I've heard about problems with the 890. I currently have a 2018 690r, and prior to that, I had a 530exc. Both are great bikes, but they had to be "tuned" for the better. Had many other brands over the years as well, but I must say the 800 has been a "gem", only things I've done were bags, lights and little odds and ends with no problems with performance. I've been leaning to the Triumph anyway, I'm going to try and test ride one next week, hopefully. The only downside is that it's over an hour drive on the Southern California freeways to do that. I'll take your advice and try one out. Once again, thanks for the input 👍.
Finally a review I was waiting from UK. This is costing approx 3050 Gbp here in India on road. This includes insurance and road tax. Planning to buy one for my Birthday this May. Only concern is limited number of Triumph dealers here. Cheers!
It should sell really well. And maybe more importantly it might help attract new young blood in. It's affordable. I'd happily have one. Heated grips, a small screen, soft bag, and off you go. Big bikes are definitely not necessary. Useful at times, and enjoyable, but not necessary. Good one. Ride safe.👍
The running costs are very attractive, Did I mention 80mpg?! You can have the same trip/tour/ride as people on big 1300cc adventure bikes but a fraction of the cost…. It’s getting harder and harder to justify huge powerful bikes
Triumph have done a good job here making sure this small capacity bike is not boring or meh… I have been riding a long time and I would be happy to own one of these, I don’t think this will just appeal to new A2 riders
@@ontheroadadventure it’s great if you can do some modifications yourself and play with the bike, so yes I agree it’s for more experienced ones probably
Give it time and there will be so much available that all prices will come down Drastically.... Will be interesting to see how the used market is with these....
A simple honest and useful review on roads I recognise 👏👏. Thank you. I saw this bike yesterday and was very impressed , it didn’t feel small, looked nicely finished and lacking in ‘trinkety bling’. Would seem ideal for what we call “roads” in Devon, it’s a shame the cat precludes a centre stand. It will be interesting to see how the finish fares though winter. I’ll be keen to see if Royal Enfield and even BSA try to emulate this style and size. TBH it’s probably all the bike anyone ‘needs’ in the real world.
I agree with all you say. The only person this doesn’t really suit is people like us that do huge travels, not sure it has the legs for 600mile days fully loaded up, but everything else this bike will do brilliantly at a affordable cost 👍
Nice review! Really would like one of these a 2nd "local" bike. And as you say - it really doesn't matter where its made (as long as there are no moral issues of course) - what matters most is the quality control - nail that - all good!
Moral issues?? Pardon me for saying this, if that was the case then the war crimes committed by European/US/UK/NATO will Triumph any other country by a large margin!
Great review, and what a super bike from Triumph, it looks fun 😀 keep them coming , I do enjoy your channel. I've just shown this to my boy, and he nearly wet himself. Guess where he is going tomorrow 😂 and I'm going with him 👍👍 Forget to mention, what a handsome bike, its a bargain and I bet so much fun.
Thanks so much Nigel, Glad you enjoy our content and motorcycle reviews. Are you in Devon? Who is your local Dealer? Most Triumph Dealers have Demos available for you now. I know your going to love the scrambler, It looks cool, is practical AND affordable.... Great job from Triumph
@ontheroadadventure it's a pleasure you offer great content and have a bit of fun at the same time, I'm just outside of Tedtbury, and the local Triumph dealer is in Cheltenham . I'm going to ride over in the morning with one of my boys to take a look. It's a great ride over.
Great little vid mate. That looks like a really nice bike..just like my 1200XC!! Hopefully Triumph will market this bike the right way and it will be a sales success!! 😁
I have had my Triumph Tr-6 with a hard tail and magneto for 40 years. I have a Triumph 250 aka BSA C-15 250 Enduro and it's 60+ years old. First kick . Goes 60 MPH down fire roads. Made in England, the real thing. I paid $500 for it . I don't ride It fast .l enjoy the ride. The Triumph crowd called it the Triumph turd. Imagine a England that made little bikes. Triumph employees could not wait to go back to work on Monday because they loved working for the company. They made 750 motorcycles a week. They sold every motorcycle they could build. Imagine that !
Fantastic bike, super review, well done mate, l totally agree with everything you said. I do think this bike would be more than capable on dirt roads and the weight means you can throw it about, excellent bike.
Great review. You’re getting g rally slick at these reviews. Whilst it does seem a shame that the last ‘heavyweight’ British brand are building their bikes abroad I do understand that they need to stay competitive. My Speed Triple was made in Thailand which does kind of pi*s me off a little though! 😎
Sure. The British should be proud that they are no longer capable of building unique and affordable motorcycles in their own nation. Harley-Davidson can't do it either.
Ive got a 190 kg Royal Enfield Meteor 350 & I use that off road. It tracks beautiful & is well balanced off road even with the standard Ceat Tyres. The Triumph weigh's 179 kg wet with much better suspension than my Meteor & obviously more ground clearance & Metzler dual purpose tyres so I'd say with that low weight the Triumph with it's relatively small size would be fabulous off road. It's obviously not an Enduro bike or Moto X bike but it will adventure tour. I've done long distance on my Meteor 350 no problem so I'd expect the Triumph with the extra dispacement & much more HP to be more than capable riding to your nearest trail or taking longer journeys off road adventure riding. I don't think the 19" front wheel is a disadvantage as I think it helps give you better visibility of what is directly in front of you whereas a 21" front wheel with screen etc tends to put you higher at the front & more removed from what you are about to run into or over. It's also with it's shorter wheelbase & lighter weight more nimble than most others in the class apart from the BMW G310GS & KTM 390. KTM though has a much taller seat height. The Triumph also seems to produce better torque across the rev range.
So happy you did this video, I absolutely love the look of these new 400’s I’m waiting for my test ride date from my local. I’m worried I’ll end up with the scram 400 next to the trk Out of curiosity would you have this or the trk if it was 1 bike only
That’s a tough choice! I think I would edge toward the Benelli but only because I do huge touring distances and would want the wind protection from the adv styled Benelli
Gearing seems jolly tight, would do with an extra tooth in the front sprocket, great video, love the 400.hope the quality and reliability are up to mark.
@@ontheroadadventure definitely, I Did it to a 125herald . Amazing how the Power n usefulness of the gearing became. Oh, the street 400 is geared better funnily enough .tks for the video.luv 'em. Hope Eva is as right as rain and back on the Africa WITH YOU. 😜
@@DaveDayve Thanks Dave, Yes she was back on her bike the next day after falling off but at the moment in Devon there’s so much ice on the roads we are struggling to get much riding time together…. Nobody hates winter like a biker 😞
Excellent comprehensive review, thank you for sharing! I look forward to these becoming available in the USA, it’ll be interesting to see if they have some gravel road handling capability for use here in the southwestern deserts. I’m looking for my next bike to have a little bit of exploring capabilities in between my daily rides.
I think it would be ok on gravel, also I’m sure there will be custom options and upgrade’s available in good time. When do you guys get the scrambler 400 x over there?
Currently have a SV650S but have been tempted to pull the trigger on a himalayan 450 but this has really thrown me off. Really Wasn't expecting a triumph to be priced this aggressively. Nice to see bridge has a unit may have to pop down on the weekend.
lol it’s that age old argument it’s not British 🇬🇧 but everything from triumph is as it’s designed engineered and tested in the uk 🇬🇧 until it is production ready and then yes it is assembled somewhere else to make it affordable to us all ☝️another good video I never got to ride one in pre production but I rember them starting to build the first prototypes as covid hit I think they will definitely sell well world wide 👌
Nice little 400 and good review + happy memories of when I lived Exmouth back In The seventies/ eighties, Bridge motorcycles have moved from in the city 🤣🤪😊⛄️⛄️
Thanks for the review, been curious about these as it looks like a perfect little commuter. What was the red light (above the green lamp light) on the gauge cluster?
Hi yes this would make a great Commuter but also the scrambler looks cool and is engaging to ride as opposed to practical and boring. The Red light was because i was exceeding the Rev limit due to it being a new bike. Does it bother you that the triumph scrambler is made in india? or is this idea out dated for you now too?
@@ontheroadadventure ahh that makes sense, thanks for the info on the lamp. I'm not bothered one bit about the location of manufacturing as long as QA standards are met.
What a lovely looking machine! The gold forks and tan seat really set it apart. It seems to be really pokey for a 400cc single too, plus that great exhaust note what's not to like!? Very tempting as a second bike 🤔 thanks for sharing, I didn't even realise Triumph made a 400!
@@ontheroadadventure the Triumph accessories I like are the small windscreen, center tank pad, luggage rack, and the high mud guard. Not sure if upgraded seat is worth the expense, but it does look sharp. I want both the upper and lower engine bars. Still not sure if the upper one comes with the bike. The reviews from India say that it does. I still can’t get a straight answer on that. I also like the bullet style turn lights. Again not sure it’s worth the add on price. Luggage has been a big thought and I believe the Mosko Moto Reckless 80 will solve all my needs with a Triumph specific Cruz Tools kit in the Fatty Tool Roll. For Navigation I will be using the REVER App with my IPhone on a Quad lock mount.
@@ontheroadadventure yes to be honest, i expected cheaply made and gutless but i had a hoot on it to be honest! The price is good too but i think wait a year and these will be an absolute bargain! If you're a taller rider with a restricted A2 licence or you're a taller older biker wanting something lighter and smaller then you should defo try one. I might look for one once a few used ones are about as it will make such a fun second bike (current bike is a speed twin 1200)
Top video &honest opinion, thanks i would be interested in one, but Triumph and most other makers no longer fit centre stands for essential chain maintenance, just pass this on to the owner any idea of any brand of rear paddock stand to suit this bike?
I have a much simpler solution for you bud, you just need a wheel monkey from tru tension. There are other wheel rollers available but this is one I use to do chains with no centre stand. Look it up on Amazon or eBay 👍
No problem, brilliant things that keep the centre of gravity nice and low whilst you work on the chain, you dont need the risk of a paddock stand lifting the bike into the air
I took it to well above that and it has plenty of good in it. It’s truly happy around 65mph and still very smooth, the more you push it the more vibes you get but it really is not as bad as you would think it to be! I was very surprised
Thanks bud much appreciated. So many paid reviews mean that cutting to the truth can often be difficult. I mean all I say in my reviews, doesn’t mean I’m always right but it will always be an honest opinion 👍
Great feedback, looking to chop my T7 in for one as the T7 is a bit of overkill for what I need it. If I may ask what mic setup do you use while riding?
@@ontheroadadventure Cheers for the feedback, I have been struggling with the mic placement to get some clean audio on my bike rides. Have a purple panda that arrived that I am going to test out this weekend. But it can also be my helmet that is creating the noise on the mic. I will have to get out and sort out a ride on this one.
Been riding for last two months and it is a fantastic machine for commuters and little bit off Roading. They engine never shuts off/ overheats. You have great power at low and mid range, can easily cruise 120kmph without vibrations. I just got the ECU update today which made the throttle response more smoother, gear shifte like butter. Check out my channel for short clips on genuine accessories I have installed to make little touring ready.
Go ride it! You should try as many bikes as you get the chance too.... I do like The interceptor, but would i spend 6.5k on a new interceptor or would i spend that money on a nice used Triumph Bonnie T120 or Scrambler....
Thanks for bringing us along. Seems like a great little bike. It's good to see manufacturers bringing out these smaller CC lower priced vehicles. I don't see the worldwide inflation stopping anytime soon, so these $20,000 BMWs and such are only getting more and more out of reach for the common man. I'm also excited to see what this CF Moto MT450 will be like
I bought mine for the curvy backroads and it is perfect and fun and nimble with up to 80mpg amazing handling I think I’m selling my Kawasaki KLR650 as this bike is a true scrambler. This is perfect for all but USA interstate touring. This bike is definitely a keeper. However UA-cam/Google has inserted way way too many commercials into your video. They're getting rich while you who put all the effort in making this are not getting many of the benefits of this platform.
I thought very highly of this bike, we will be making more content with the Triumph 400's very soon so will be interested in your thoughts and findings. Have you had any problems with yours yet? Ive heard stories of paint flaking and some electrical problems?
@@ontheroadadventure It’s too new to tell but as far as paint goes that’s what bottles of touch up is for. Bikes to me are to ride and enjoy, I will ride it til it breaks then fix and ride some more. For the price there selling for compared to others one could buy one to ride and one to look at in the garage. Zero electrical problems and they have a great 2 year warranty so no worries there. I’ll let you know if there’s any problems but for now this bike simply puts a big ole smile on my face every time I ride.
@@ontheroadadventure And with such light weight of this bike I find it flickable in the curves and great up hills in the dirt and back gravel roads. You need to visit here in East Tennessee and the hundreds of twisties. I spent 8 months riding a Kawasaki 200cc Rouser and that made me truly appreciate light weight bikes plus the fact there are many beautiful women who love to ride behind you.
What is the weight limit on the Triumph Scram 400x ?! I am always confused about the full load weight! Do they count the total weight of the bike + how much on the top or only the load weight without the bike?! Thanx ✌️😎
I Believe the max weight limit on a bike is the weight you put on it including yourself, fuel and luggage. I’m about 100kg and was no drama at all and moved along surprisingly well as you can see in the video
I think the triumph Scrambler 400 X is appealing because of its price. In this review I gave it a good test and found it to be a great quality bike, a typical Triumph Scrambler… This could well be the best mid size bike of 2024…
Looks a cracking little bike. The new Himalayan is more expensive but it has better kit, quality and off road capabilities so it would be dependent on what sort of riding you did l guess.
I think that’s a fair comment, if I was going to do any real off roading I’d probably take the royal Enfield out of the two but for a street everyday bike I’d take the triumph, especially at this very attractive price
Maybe the New RE has now lost its appeal in this market though now it is being loaded with tech, what happened to the simplicity that made it a success in the first place? I’d take the triumph
@@batotofhell One can see why bike manufacturers are so confused by us bikers because we complain that the the old model was too asthmatic for main roads and modern speeds and they give us a solution and we say ‘ oh that’s not the old bike’ 😂 I do get what you’re saying and agree that for a certain demographic we loved the simplicity and character of the air cooled model. I guess it depends on what percentage we make up the customer base for the new one.
@@ontheroadadventureWell maybe I can chime in! RE primary market is still India & Indian buyers are younger, more aspirational, so they needed that bike. You can't blame RE for that & not much or very complex tech has been added to make it over electronic dependent! I don't get why people are getting so upset about this? The company has to survive for future & this is one off the directions they have to take, nothing wrong with it. Remember Rest of the World is still a second thought for RE infront of India.
Hi nice review...any comparisons as per vibrations at 70mph to other bikes? Single cylinders have such a range of vibration depending on whether they have decent counter balancers or not. Appreciate you r review ice quality. I have Green 400X on order.
@@drd3816An Indian reviewer mentioned that the engine goes from smooth to buzzy around 5-6k and above. But he also mentioned that the expectations vary between Indian and western consumers so an individual's test ride would be more appropriate.
Also Harley Davidson launched a new bike called x440 cc in India with the collaboration with hero India motor corp.that bike has a inbuilt e sim and sos call button.ex showroom price of that bike is 2,790 British pounds.also Aprilia launched a new bike called rs457 cc in India.ex showroom price of that bike is 4,100 British pounds in India.
Thanks for the great vid even though it could cost me alot of money. One question how would it cope with an 85kg rider plus camping gear? I'm in the process of doing my bike test and want a basic bike to have fun on mainly around dartmoor but maybe the odd week away in wales or even the nc 500. I was looking at a cb500x which is a good bike but lacks the character i would like, i keep coming back to this little Triumph.
No problem at all for the weight bud I exceed that and the bike had loads of power, it performed far better than I was expecting. I know what you’re saying, you want something practical AND cool…. I think you need to get on one of these and try it out, could be just what your after by the sounds of it. Check out Triumphs website and you’ll see the accessories they do for it, panniers etc
Thanks for the reply i will definitely try one out, the other bike that interests me is the ducati desert sled 800 i like the old school looks but the price difference will pay for alot of trips.
Excellent review, many thanks for sharing your thoughts. I have a decision to make, and a question I would like to share in search of insights and suggestions. I am a 5.6 tall, 30” inseam, 59 years old, in a fair shape folk. I was planning to get a Triumph Street Scrambler 900 as my second bike. This was until I discovered that there was this scrambler 400x. I have a BMW 750GS that I use mainly for long distance travel. Thus, the second bike is planned for urban commuting and occasional excursions to the countryside with mild offroad. Assuming that money won´t be a factor to consider in my decision, given the differences between these two bikes, which one would you think will be a better choice in my case? and why? Something to notice, the scrambler 400x is planned to arrive into my country on June, so I can not take a driving test to compare. I will appreciate very much any suggestions.
@@ontheroadadventure Thanks for the advice. I think that´s a good point. Only thing that makes me think is seat height. I guess I could gain some mm adjusting the preload to the minimum (lowest?) setting.
For myself I see this as competing with the Enfield interceptor. I recognize the interceptor is a bigger, more expensive bike, and a twin, but it is the bike I would buy if I were buying a Royal Enfield. The Triumph single is smaller, but I suspect the performance is competitive with the interceptor.
Well it's Co-engineered with Bajaj in India. My friend was an engineer for this project, he is with Bajaj! Triumph won't openly say it because, Pardon me for the words I'm going to use; Badge snobbers won't like this association. Even though Bajaj has a good QC & QA at their manufacturing units!
Triumph should have started to sell smaller bikes years, decades ago. but it looks like they REALLY came up with the goods with the 400s. d'as a really pretty bike. if i were 16 i would sell my sister for this scrambler. and prolly my mum as well...........
I think these re going to sell really well, Good quality affordable bikes are what allot of people have been asking for now. £20k plus bikes are not for everyone
It is a good looking bike but I don't undetstand why the seat height is higher than the Scrambler 900? Us older riders remember when a 400cc wasn't seen as a small bike?! I commuted 70 miles a day on an MZ 251 in the early 90s for about 12 months, which included motorways.
I guess i would consicer a big bike to be 1000cc plus... Thats not to say its needed, as you have said you can do anything on anybike. Seat height is quite tall on this one, but the street 400 is much lower
Sometimes simplicity is the best, and yes most likely i would use this on a sunny sunday afternoon bimble. Of course we have our Africa Twins for things like when we were Crossing the alps in November which do have all the things we need. Its all about having the right tool for the job your doing...
Actually, the Smaller engine capacity Motorbikes are getting popular because companies like BMW, Triumph,Harley have understood now, what Suzuki ,Yamaha and Honda understood Decades ago. Its not about these days things are getting manufactured in India and China😂. Indian Market is a Money making machine for 2 Wheeler manufacturing Companies. I have to a test ride Scram 400. Already Rode BMW G310GS and mostly gonna book BMW but the overall quality of these small engine capacity bikes are very good, considering what Europeans and Americans think are small capacity are actually Premium for us Indians(majority). Good Review Bro.
Thats an awesome bike and great review. I am all fo rthe simple bikes with out all them tech gadgets haha I just want a bike that gets me safely from A to B with no issues. I have seen the new Himalayan 2024 from £4,200 right up to 6k Not sure what is going on wth the price difference though. if thats any help to your question.
Going to take a serious look at this model thinking of downsizing from 1200gs will depend on pillion comfort for what I take the girlfriend out for a spin
This looks like a bike I want. Do you wager that someone 6 foot tall would do well enough on a bike this size? I'm looking for something spritely and simple, and watching you get on the highway made me think this might be just the one I've been looking for.
Yes mate, Height wise youll be fine, Strangely it feels like quite a big bike although light. Power is no issue at all. Spritely and simple..... Boxes ticked id say. Are you in the uk?
I really don't understand, why everybody is comparing this Triumph with the RE Himalayan. These are two completely different bikes. The RE (incl. the Scram version) is an adventure bike, even more an off roader, whilst the Triumph is a scrambler, mainly built for sealed roads and occasional rides on easy to ride unpaved roads. The only simililatity between the Triumph 400 Scrambler and the Himalayan might be the price. Otherwise this little Triumph is much more comparable to the the Honda CL500 scrambler.
I guess it’s because they are two of the most talked about motorcycles at the moment both in the same power, and price brackets. Most of us in the uk won’t be using either off road
@@ontheroadadventure yes, I have thrown my leg over one. Nice proportions, I'm 6'2'' and feels nice. But I ride a Rocket 3 - everything is wee compared to that. A cracking bit of kit though and a great review. Thank you!
@@ontheroadadventure Numerous reviews out of India have reported stalling after pulling in the clutch. I'm hoping it's just in some of the early models. I have a 400x on order myself.
Great little back road Tractor dodger, Royal Enfield must be spitting feathers 😂. Saw it at Carl Rosner Triumph 2 weeks ago, very impressed with the build quality looks and price.
Would've have been nice to know why the red and green lights in the clock were on. I've heard UK and Europe bikes are built in Triumphs Thailand factory. Nice bike at a very good price.
I rode the same bike today. Asked salesman why the red engine light was on. The rev counter pulses over 6k rpm. He said its because its not run in yet ( only 159 miles on it) green light was dipped headlight
@@ontheroadadventure The jury is out for me at the moment. I'm just going to sit back and wait for a bit . I want to see how they fare reliability wise over the next few months
Great review of this good looking bike. You say you’re 5’ 7” tall. May I ask what your inside leg measurement is? I’m a 30” inside leg, but wondered if I’d find the bike a bit too tall for me.
I live in TH too and i do not want a high exhaust and its exactly why i have not purchased a bigger cc Triumph scrambler yet--as well as the added weight and heat --see you on the road bro i will be touring on this 400X!@@Alsinsin
@@Alsinsincool I plan on riding that area I have not been east of BKK-I live Trang now-I have ridden 35k I’m in TH but have much more to see-we should have a coffee one day -I will set mine up for touring but use it instead of my scooter if I can
I wish people would check what they`re saying?. Yes the Triumph Speed and Scrambler 400s are made in India, BUT, the bikes sold in the UK and Europe are being built in Thailand, along with the rest of the Bonneville range. The bike was designed, built, and developed here in the UK, with volume production being set up in India, Thailand, and believe it or not, in a production facility in Brazil.The Brazilian built bikes be primarily for the American continent, the Indian built bikes for the asian subcontinent, and the Thai built bikes for the UK, Europe, and i believe Japan. They are definitely NOT Bajaj 400s with a Triumph badge on them. If you don`t believe me, go back and watch Triumph`s own promotional video on the bikes, everything i`ve said above was said on that video by Triumphs head of marketing.
Well this is all good news if this is of a concern, for me the point I’m making is I don’t care where it’s built, provided it is built to triumph level of build quality and has the back up of triumphs customer service and support. We have no reason to doubt the brand
Watch Revzilla's reviews for off-road riding this bike in India - handles it easily. Think I found the successor to my Speedy 1200, getting on a bit as I am. This will probably be my last bike. Just got to hope I can get my leg over the back end! Had to sell my 660 Tiger cos I couldn't get on it any more.
I have money down on this in Colorado. I think this bike will do the thousands of miles of forest service roads with no problem. The pads on the tank are for knee grip when standing.
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Outstanding, the first UK review I’ve seen on utube what a cracking bike. I rode numerous Japanese 400s back in the 80s with similar power output. I recall riding two up with camping gear on a Honda 400 four Newcastle to Cornwall cruising at 70 no problem. Triumph have a winner here and should sell bucket loads 👍
The Honda four was an awesome bike!! You have it spot in here though, this bike is powerful enough and cheap enough and practical for all kinds of riding… winner winner! 🥇 Well done Triumph Motorcycles 🫡
Big time
No good if your 6ft 2 inches tall
@@stephengrainger7586 Have you sat on one? I felt it was quite a big bike, certainly compared to what I was expecting
I took the scrambler for a test ride and I’m 6’2” it was so comfortable more so than the Ducati scrambler I learned on. I bought one on Saturday.
I noticed that even at 70+ mph your mirrors were still completely clear. That’s my criteria for acceptable motor vibration, and it looks like the little Scrambler passed with flying colors. Well done, Triumph! 😃
It’s a seriously good bike this one, I’m always brutally honest but I literally found nothing to complain about with this motorcycle… Do you think you’ll get one?
@@ontheroadadventure, yes, most likely. I'm getting a bit long in the tooth, and the missus doesn't really ride with me anymore, so I'm looking to downsize from my Indian Roadmaster. I grew up on small bikes like this, e.g., a Yamaha XT500, so it'll be like revisiting my misspent youth. I'll take a look at the Himalayan 452, and maybe I'll wait long enough to check out the much rumored 2025 KTM 390 Adventure, too. But I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Triumphs, ever since I had an old TR6 back in the day, complete with the old right-side shifter. The mirrors on that bike buzzed at _idle,_ and it'd loosen your fillings at speed. These modern Hinckley-era Triumphs are ever so much more civilized! 😉
@@tracythorleifson I’d stick with the Triumph or RE, I had a 890 adventure from KTM brand new… KTM Collected it from me after ten days of constant problems, leaks, non starts… awful bike I’d never buy KTM again
I have to agree with the KTM reliability. I had a 390 duke and it was nothing but problems since day 1. It eventually got a full engine rebuild at 7000 miles and by 9500 miles blew yet another head gasket. Never again with KTM.
This is really bizarre reasoning. Triumph ARE a British company, they may be made in India, but to a Triumph design not Triumph adding their name to something. You wouldn't suggest that Apple smartphones are just badge engineering.... they are designed by Apple and built in someone else's factory in China. This is the way of the world today in many industries, it shouldn't been seen as a negative thing. BMW do it, KTM do it, Husqvarna do it among many others.
This is exactly the point im making, If it has Triumphs build quality and customer service then i dont mind where it was actually put together.... I mean you mention KTM and BMW for example both no longer known for great reliability yet still main brands
I don't think maxrider listens properly, one things for sure where ever triumph is made the quality is miles ahead of the bikes of yesteryear made in England 😊
@@johnnyboy1586 Triumph no how to keep confidence from the customer
There cheaper to build in India
@@stephengrainger7586 If that means we get a new motorcycle from 5k that’s half good then I’m all for it
Amazing product built in India for the world. The bike has been on Indian roads for quite a while now and has proven to be reliable and a very capable bike. The fit and finish is impeccable and makes a great choice.
I literally couldn’t fault the bike! Bravo Triumph
It being built in India is not a problem for me
Same I don’t care where it’s built as long as I’m looked after when I have my triumph
We agree, Triumph know how to look after their customersw. We have faith in them
cant say fairer than that really
I got the bike 2 weeks back in Bangalore. I have done 500kms on it now. I have to agree with everything said in the review. Coming from a Himalayan 411 I used for 8 years and a Yamaha prior to that, I must say, this bike creates a feeling of joy when you ride it
The best value bike available currently I would say. Enjoy your Triumph 👍
I ordered a 400 speed today-the scrambler was just a bit too tall
What a wonderful machine and a credit to the marvellous engineers at triumph
A fine choice you have made there 👍 How long is the wait currently?
What is your height sir?
Nice one! Been riding mine for just over a month back here in India. Apparently, for the first 1000 kilometers, the RPM stays locked at just below 6000. I didn't know that until much later, and even thought to myself sadly that I'd have to get used to this. But, as soon as I crossed 1000 kms, the RPM limiter unlocked itself and she really showed me her true colours! Best of luck mate, she's a keeper!
Interesting, not sure we have that limit here
Enjoy your triumph
are you tempted by the Triumph Scrambler 400?
Great review. After a 20 year lay-off (my last bike was a BMW r1100gs) I'm pleased to say I've got a black one on order. Perfect bike for returning riders and commuters
Fantastic choice of bike, you are going to love it! And in the correct colour too 🫡
Same for me. But on a ST1100. July delivery.
Do we think big landship bikes have had there day?
@@ontheroadadventureI think there will always be the diehards who want them. The rest of us will be keeping money in our pockets and having just as much fun 😊
@@lilynorthover8378 Me and Ewa Ride Africa Twin 1100’s but I’m not convinced such large expensive bikes are needed for touring anymore, sacrificing power and speed for such huge savings in costs is the smart man’s choice…
Great video mate. Looks a fantastic bike.. The small bike market has taken off. Not everyone can cope with larger machines, that are tall and heavy.. And these fit the bill. It allows older riders to continue riding longer, our ladies and smaller men to take up biking.. It's a large market so Triumph have made a wise decision.. Price wise some 125s are over the 4k mark, so 5.7 for a 400 isn't bad..
It’s harder to justify 20 grand land ships that do 45mpg when this will do the same job…
The 400x is relatively tall and heavy
@@bobjohnson1633 I like that it feels like a full size bike. The street 400 is much smaller
Bigger bikes are also just more expensive...biking should be cheaper than driving a car and it really isn't even with modern "mid size" bikes. Smaller bikes play to the overall strength of biking, I'm hoping the Japanese manufacturers start putting out some quality small-mid size bikes in response.
I think this is inevitable now
Had mine a month now, cracking little bike, I got rid of a triumph 1200 bobber for the scrambler and the grin factor has multiplied by a factor of 10... lovely plush suspension and the throttle is light years ahead of the bobbers "open it and wait" affair (hated it)
I don't miss the power of the bobber and truth be told the little scrambler does all I want it to... and much more comfortably... for the money its a winner...👍😎
Excellent review, glad you love your scrambler!
Cheaper tax and insurance for you
I think we all can agree that Triumph has a winner here. What really impressed me is your well-rounded review of the 400X. Love to follow your moto camping escapades and rides down the Devon lanes. To me, this review shows you have a lot more to offer. More bike reviews please?
Hi thanks so much. More reviews will come alongside our usual travel content. We like to keep a good mix of motorcycle stuff on the channel. I have a really interesting one to ride and review very soon I’m looking forward to in the coming days 👍
Thanks for posting this review. I'm an old guy (62) and have been looking to downsize my 800 xcx. I've had motorcycles, most of my life, and currently looking at this bike and a KTM 390 adventure. Both are great for what I'm looking for, weight, maintenance, and reliability. I guess I just need to test ride both and to make a decision. But the Triumph has that "old school" style that catches my eye.
Great review....
Hi Timmy, I had the KTM 890 Adventure, Lasted me 10 days before the Poor Build quality and reliability issues had me quit on it. I personally would be taking the Triumph, which really is a fantastic bike. Have you taken each for a test yet?
@ontheroadadventure Thanks for the reply, I've heard about problems with the 890. I currently have a 2018 690r, and prior to that, I had a 530exc. Both are great bikes, but they had to be "tuned" for the better.
Had many other brands over the years as well, but I must say the 800 has been a "gem", only things I've done were bags, lights and little odds and ends with no problems with performance. I've been leaning to the Triumph anyway, I'm going to try and test ride one next week, hopefully. The only downside is that it's over an hour drive on the Southern California freeways to do that. I'll take your advice and try one out. Once again, thanks for the input 👍.
No problem, i think youll be impressed by the 400 x@@timmy24540
As a Triumph rider for decades, there's only one thing for me to say: I want ihis one!
I had no idea I would want this one until I rode it
I really enjoy your down to earth, realistic commentary, and review here.
Thanks Mike, really appreciate your comments. We like to keep it real around here, I feel like I’m talking to my biker friends on UA-cam
Finally a review I was waiting from UK. This is costing approx 3050 Gbp here in India on road. This includes insurance and road tax. Planning to buy one for my Birthday this May. Only concern is limited number of Triumph dealers here. Cheers!
On the plus side, servicing is basic, and triumph is known to be reliable. I think you’ll find if to be a great bike
It should sell really well.
And maybe more importantly it might help attract new young blood in.
It's affordable.
I'd happily have one.
Heated grips, a small screen, soft bag, and off you go.
Big bikes are definitely not necessary. Useful at times, and enjoyable, but not necessary.
Good one.
Ride safe.👍
Triumph have made some really good accessories for this one, you could definitely tour on it once kitted out
Great bike for us older riders too
@@momo-go4pl A great all rounder from triumph 👍
You are so enthusiastic for motorcycles, it makes me want this Triumph Scrambler 400, not sure I’d need a big scrambler
Motorcycles are my passion and I guess that comes across, it definitely helps when triumph have given us such offerings
Great review and a great option from triumph that I can actually afford to buy and run
The running costs are very attractive, Did I mention 80mpg?! You can have the same trip/tour/ride as people on big 1300cc adventure bikes but a fraction of the cost…. It’s getting harder and harder to justify huge powerful bikes
What a great bike! I bet this is every bikers dream at some point, they just sound lovely.
Triumph have done a good job here making sure this small capacity bike is not boring or meh… I have been riding a long time and I would be happy to own one of these, I don’t think this will just appeal to new A2 riders
@@ontheroadadventure it’s great if you can do some modifications yourself and play with the bike, so yes I agree it’s for more experienced ones probably
I know there are lots of options from triumph, I suspect the custom parts scene is going to explode for this bike
Hopefully it’s not though to be all crazy expensive!
Give it time and there will be so much available that all prices will come down Drastically.... Will be interesting to see how the used market is with these....
A simple honest and useful review on roads I recognise 👏👏. Thank you. I saw this bike yesterday and was very impressed , it didn’t feel small, looked nicely finished and lacking in ‘trinkety bling’. Would seem ideal for what we call “roads” in Devon, it’s a shame the cat precludes a centre stand. It will be interesting to see how the finish fares though winter. I’ll be keen to see if Royal Enfield and even BSA try to emulate this style and size. TBH it’s probably all the bike anyone ‘needs’ in the real world.
I agree with all you say. The only person this doesn’t really suit is people like us that do huge travels, not sure it has the legs for 600mile days fully loaded up, but everything else this bike will do brilliantly at a affordable cost 👍
Well RE has their 450 Liquid Engine now! And they are serious about the 450 Scrambler, its been testing non-stop in India.
I’m green laning & off roading every weekend on mine ! Superb in the mud ! The screen makes all the difference. Thanks for a good review 👍🇬🇧
Triumph have done an amazing job on this bike, does the suspension stand up to green laneing?
In the day of the average speed camera and big brother watching you this bike makes sense
Sad but true
You are right there bud. Go slow, see more, save money…. That should be the sales slogan for these bikes!
Delighted to see a bike review from someone not over 6ft for a change.
No problems there from me lol
Most reviewers are under 6’. Missenden Flyer, Mark Pulling, Username Kate, English Biker Dan, On The Road (above), Motobob...etc, etc...
Nice review! Really would like one of these a 2nd "local" bike. And as you say - it really doesn't matter where its made (as long as there are no moral issues of course) - what matters most is the quality control - nail that - all good!
Quality control, parts availability and service are what matters overall 👍
Made in India, not China. No communists or concentration camps involved here.
Well that’s good news!
Moral issues?? Pardon me for saying this, if that was the case then the war crimes committed by European/US/UK/NATO will Triumph any other country by a large margin!
Passed my test last week purchased one at the weekend pick it up later this week, I can’t wait.
What a excellent bike to start out on, Great choice bud
It's a great video, I wish you success
Thank you! You too!
Great review, and what a super bike from Triumph, it looks fun 😀 keep them coming , I do enjoy your channel. I've just shown this to my boy, and he nearly wet himself. Guess where he is going tomorrow 😂 and I'm going with him 👍👍 Forget to mention, what a handsome bike, its a bargain and I bet so much fun.
Thanks so much Nigel, Glad you enjoy our content and motorcycle reviews. Are you in Devon? Who is your local Dealer? Most Triumph Dealers have Demos available for you now. I know your going to love the scrambler, It looks cool, is practical AND affordable.... Great job from Triumph
@ontheroadadventure it's a pleasure you offer great content and have a bit of fun at the same time, I'm just outside of Tedtbury, and the local Triumph dealer is in Cheltenham . I'm going to ride over in the morning with one of my boys to take a look. It's a great ride over.
@@nigelsride Awesome, enjoy your ride and watch out for Ice in the morning 👍
Great little vid mate. That looks like a really nice bike..just like my 1200XC!! Hopefully Triumph will market this bike the right way and it will be a sales success!! 😁
Thanks, I love the whole scrambler range, Triumph have done something very clever with this little bike, I’m a big fan of
I have had my Triumph Tr-6 with a hard tail and magneto for 40 years. I have a Triumph 250 aka BSA C-15 250 Enduro and it's 60+ years old. First kick . Goes 60 MPH down fire roads. Made in England, the real thing. I paid $500 for it . I don't ride It fast .l enjoy the ride. The Triumph crowd called it the Triumph turd. Imagine a England that made little bikes. Triumph employees could not wait to go back to work on Monday because they loved working for the company. They made 750 motorcycles a week. They sold every motorcycle they could build. Imagine that !
How did it all go so wrong here in the uk? 🤷♂️
Fantastic bike, super review, well done mate, l totally agree with everything you said. I do think this bike would be more than capable on dirt roads and the weight means you can throw it about, excellent bike.
I would love to have a go on some dirt! Not much about that’s legal to ride around me though…
Great review. You’re getting g rally slick at these reviews. Whilst it does seem a shame that the last ‘heavyweight’ British brand are building their bikes abroad I do understand that they need to stay competitive. My Speed Triple was made in Thailand which does kind of pi*s me off a little though! 😎
Thanks bud, we appreciate your comments 👍 As long as we get triumph quality I don’t care where it’s put together
Sure. The British should be proud that they are no longer capable of building unique and affordable motorcycles in their own nation. Harley-Davidson can't do it either.
@@doylegaines1319 It’s sad but true, For some reason it’s just not cost effective to manufacture very much in the uk anymore
First review I've seen on this bike and you did a good job of it , always entertaining 👍
Thanks so much, I appreciate your comments and support
Ive got a 190 kg Royal Enfield Meteor 350 & I use that off road. It tracks beautiful & is well balanced off road even with the standard Ceat Tyres. The Triumph weigh's 179 kg wet with much better suspension than my Meteor & obviously more ground clearance & Metzler dual purpose tyres so I'd say with that low weight the Triumph with it's relatively small size would be fabulous off road. It's obviously not an Enduro bike or Moto X bike but it will adventure tour. I've done long distance on my Meteor 350 no problem so I'd expect the Triumph with the extra dispacement & much more HP to be more than capable riding to your nearest trail or taking longer journeys off road adventure riding. I don't think the 19" front wheel is a disadvantage as I think it helps give you better visibility of what is directly in front of you whereas a 21" front wheel with screen etc tends to put you higher at the front & more removed from what you are about to run into or over. It's also with it's shorter wheelbase & lighter weight more nimble than most others in the class apart from the BMW G310GS & KTM 390. KTM though has a much taller seat height. The Triumph also seems to produce better torque across the rev range.
This is a big bike in a small package! Love it
So happy you did this video, I absolutely love the look of these new 400’s I’m waiting for my test ride date from my local. I’m worried I’ll end up with the scram 400 next to the trk
Out of curiosity would you have this or the trk if it was 1 bike only
That’s a tough choice! I think I would edge toward the Benelli but only because I do huge touring distances and would want the wind protection from the adv styled Benelli
Gearing seems jolly tight, would do with an extra tooth in the front sprocket, great video, love the 400.hope the quality and reliability are up to mark.
You could be right there, I’m sure there will be lots of people modding these
@@ontheroadadventure definitely, I Did it to a 125herald . Amazing how the
Power n usefulness of the gearing became. Oh, the street 400 is geared better funnily enough .tks for the video.luv 'em. Hope Eva is as right as rain and back on the Africa WITH YOU. 😜
@@DaveDayve Thanks Dave, Yes she was back on her bike the next day after falling off but at the moment in Devon there’s so much ice on the roads we are struggling to get much riding time together…. Nobody hates winter like a biker 😞
Excellent comprehensive review, thank you for sharing! I look forward to these becoming available in the USA, it’ll be interesting to see if they have some gravel road handling capability for use here in the southwestern deserts. I’m looking for my next bike to have a little bit of exploring capabilities in between my daily rides.
I think it would be ok on gravel, also I’m sure there will be custom options and upgrade’s available in good time. When do you guys get the scrambler 400 x over there?
Currently have a SV650S but have been tempted to pull the trigger on a himalayan 450 but this has really thrown me off. Really Wasn't expecting a triumph to be priced this aggressively. Nice to see bridge has a unit may have to pop down on the weekend.
Triumph have definitely put a spanner in the works at this quality and price
lol it’s that age old argument it’s not British 🇬🇧 but everything from triumph is as it’s designed engineered and tested in the uk 🇬🇧 until it is production ready and then yes it is assembled somewhere else to make it affordable to us all ☝️another good video I never got to ride one in pre production but I rember them starting to build the first prototypes as covid hit I think they will definitely sell well world wide 👌
In these hard times, even more so these bikes make sense 👍
Well its co-engineered with Bajaj in India! Not completely British but I do get your point!
@@BlackHawkTejas It will be interesting to hear from owners in a year or two and see how these have got on
Nice little 400 and good review + happy memories of when I lived Exmouth back In The seventies/ eighties, Bridge motorcycles have moved from in the city 🤣🤪😊⛄️⛄️
Yes Bridge has moved since then! I got a video for you here then for Exmouth… ua-cam.com/video/GZB3mxJbPCk/v-deo.htmlsi=mEiHeUkjCJr0Zm5x
Thanks for the review, been curious about these as it looks like a perfect little commuter. What was the red light (above the green lamp light) on the gauge cluster?
Hi yes this would make a great Commuter but also the scrambler looks cool and is engaging to ride as opposed to practical and boring. The Red light was because i was exceeding the Rev limit due to it being a new bike. Does it bother you that the triumph scrambler is made in india? or is this idea out dated for you now too?
@@ontheroadadventure ahh that makes sense, thanks for the info on the lamp. I'm not bothered one bit about the location of manufacturing as long as QA standards are met.
@@notbenh I feel the same, and triumph have a good reputation for customer service so we have confidence in the brand and the product
What a lovely looking machine! The gold forks and tan seat really set it apart. It seems to be really pokey for a 400cc single too, plus that great exhaust note what's not to like!? Very tempting as a second bike 🤔 thanks for sharing, I didn't even realise Triumph made a 400!
It’s a bike we didn’t know we needed until Triumph shown us! I think it looks cool too, bet we will see people making these custom
You mean triumph caught up with everyone else 😂😂😂
I think they are leading the way with this one now
@@ontheroadadventure Mmm maybe 😏 maybe not, but either way they are late to the game, only ones worse are Harley Davidson 😂
@@kevindarkstarYou can’t argue with that!
Excited and waiting for mine to arrive in the states. Appreciate the great review
Hope you enjoy it!
@@ontheroadadventure the Triumph accessories I like are the small windscreen, center tank pad, luggage rack, and the high mud guard.
Not sure if upgraded seat is worth the expense, but it does look sharp.
I want both the upper and lower engine bars. Still not sure if the upper one comes with the bike. The reviews from India say that it does. I still can’t get a straight answer on that.
I also like the bullet style turn lights. Again not sure it’s worth the add on price.
Luggage has been a big thought and I believe the Mosko Moto Reckless 80 will solve all my needs with a Triumph specific Cruz Tools kit in the Fatty Tool Roll.
For Navigation I will be using the REVER App with my IPhone on a Quad lock mount.
@@billesbacon Sounds like a great set up to me, would love to see the finished product when you have done the mods
@@ontheroadadventure of course I will post a nice image. My son in law is getting the red one so we are gonna have a blast
I rode one this week, really impressed! would like one as a winter hack!
Did you think it would be as good as it is? I was genuinely surprised by this one…
@@ontheroadadventure yes to be honest, i expected cheaply made and gutless but i had a hoot on it to be honest! The price is good too but i think wait a year and these will be an absolute bargain! If you're a taller rider with a restricted A2 licence or you're a taller older biker wanting something lighter and smaller then you should defo try one.
I might look for one once a few used ones are about as it will make such a fun second bike (current bike is a speed twin 1200)
@@ukvamp I was expecting it to be gutless and vibrate terribly but I found nothing to moan about at all! Brilliant machine - A perfect affordable bike
Top video &honest opinion, thanks i would be interested in one, but Triumph and most other makers no longer fit centre stands for essential chain maintenance, just pass this on to the owner any idea of any brand of rear paddock stand to suit this bike?
I have a much simpler solution for you bud, you just need a wheel monkey from tru tension. There are other wheel rollers available but this is one I use to do chains with no centre stand. Look it up on Amazon or eBay 👍
@@ontheroadadventure Cheers mate i,ll check it out
No problem, brilliant things that keep the centre of gravity nice and low whilst you work on the chain, you dont need the risk of a paddock stand lifting the bike into the air
Hi what are the red and green lights that are on the speedo assembly for .
That’s where you will find all your warning lights, TC, headlights, indicators etc
But what are those two lights for and why were they on?
Apparently one is because it is in the running in period and the max revs had been exceeded, the other is dipped headlight on
How does it behave on the road at cruising speeds of 100 to 120...does it vibrate a lot???
I took it to well above that and it has plenty of good in it. It’s truly happy around 65mph and still very smooth, the more you push it the more vibes you get but it really is not as bad as you would think it to be! I was very surprised
This is a very nice review. Have to see if there is a triumph dealer near me.
Yes go and take one for a spin if you get chance, excellent value for money
Just sold my tracer 9 GT and now im looking for a smaller/lighter bike. this one really catch me eye. Will test this weekend
Its a great choice, it doesnt feel like a tiny bike to ride at all
I didnt know you guys use mph. Learned something new today haha. Wish I had this bike when I was motorbiking Southeast Asia.
Yes MPH in the uk, The triumph 400 x would have been perfect for that trip. theres not much this bike wouldnt do, i think it hits a sweet spot
@@ontheroadadventure Better than a CRF rally ?
@@leeinwis Depends what you’re using it for? Obviously CRF would far outperform the triumph off road
Good real world no BS review, cheers. I think these will be a big sales success for Triumph
Thanks bud much appreciated. So many paid reviews mean that cutting to the truth can often be difficult. I mean all I say in my reviews, doesn’t mean I’m always right but it will always be an honest opinion 👍
Great feedback, looking to chop my T7 in for one as the T7 is a bit of overkill for what I need it. If I may ask what mic setup do you use while riding?
The triumph 400 x is more than capable at real world speeds and a fraction of the costs. A great choice. I use a lav mic to the media mod
@@ontheroadadventure Cheers for the feedback, I have been struggling with the mic placement to get some clean audio on my bike rides. Have a purple panda that arrived that I am going to test out this weekend. But it can also be my helmet that is creating the noise on the mic. I will have to get out and sort out a ride on this one.
Do you have a dead cat on it?
@@ontheroadadventure yes I do have one fitted and the mic is even hidden behind my cheek pad. Very weird really.
@@Andre-Mostert try wearing a buff to block wind coming in under your lid
I want the speed 400 for a second bike. It’s got a cool retro look, great for cruising around town.
That would be a excellent choice, you’ll be surprised how much go these 400’s have in them
Very Nice and clear review. Greetings from Santiago de Chile
Thanks so much for joining the channel 👍
Been riding for last two months and it is a fantastic machine for commuters and little bit off Roading. They engine never shuts off/ overheats. You have great power at low and mid range, can easily cruise 120kmph without vibrations. I just got the ECU update today which made the throttle response more smoother, gear shifte like butter. Check out my channel for short clips on genuine accessories I have installed to make little touring ready.
Thanks for sharing
Great review. That does look like an incredible bike for the price 👍
It feels like a bike I didn’t know that I needed….
@@ontheroadadventure that’s the reason I keep putting off test riding a RE Interceptor 650😂
Go ride it! You should try as many bikes as you get the chance too.... I do like The interceptor, but would i spend 6.5k on a new interceptor or would i spend that money on a nice used Triumph Bonnie T120 or Scrambler....
@@ontheroadadventurethat is a possible option 👍
Thanks for bringing us along. Seems like a great little bike. It's good to see manufacturers bringing out these smaller CC lower priced vehicles. I don't see the worldwide inflation stopping anytime soon, so these $20,000 BMWs and such are only getting more and more out of reach for the common man. I'm also excited to see what this CF Moto MT450 will be like
Triumph have done a great job here. Check out the Benelli 502x review on here now that bikes a bargain fully loaded at £6500
the only thing i would like is 21-18 wheels on these, or at least, keep the 19-17, but with spokes, and 200mm of suspension travel.
I’m sure there are going to be loads of parts for mods on the market soon
I bought mine for the curvy backroads and it is perfect and fun and nimble with up to 80mpg amazing handling I think I’m selling my Kawasaki KLR650 as this bike is a true scrambler. This is perfect for all but USA interstate touring. This bike is definitely a keeper. However UA-cam/Google has inserted way way too many commercials into your video. They're getting rich while you who put all the effort in making this are not getting many of the benefits of this platform.
I thought very highly of this bike, we will be making more content with the Triumph 400's very soon so will be interested in your thoughts and findings. Have you had any problems with yours yet? Ive heard stories of paint flaking and some electrical problems?
@@ontheroadadventure It’s too new to tell but as far as paint goes that’s what bottles of touch up is for. Bikes to me are to ride and enjoy, I will ride it til it breaks then fix and ride some more. For the price there selling for compared to others one could buy one to ride and one to look at in the garage. Zero electrical problems and they have a great 2 year warranty so no worries there. I’ll let you know if there’s any problems but for now this bike simply puts a big ole smile on my face every time I ride.
They say its more fun to ride a slow bike fast, than a fast bike slow... I think theres allot of truth in that
@@ontheroadadventure And with such light weight of this bike I find it flickable in the curves and great up hills in the dirt and back gravel roads. You need to visit here in East Tennessee and the hundreds of twisties. I spent 8 months riding a Kawasaki 200cc Rouser and that made me truly appreciate light weight bikes plus the fact there are many beautiful women who love to ride behind you.
I think it looks like a great little bike. Could be a second bike option?!
Would make a great choice
Coolest entry level bike I have seen for a long time
You and Us Both!
How much was the fuel consumption measurement?
About 80mpg. Pretty impressive eh
What is the service intervals on this one?
I’m not certain, will need a Google on that one
10k miles
@@davemitchell3998 wow that is impressive!!
What is the weight limit on the Triumph Scram 400x ?! I am always confused about the full load weight! Do they count the total weight of the bike + how much on the top or only the load weight without the bike?! Thanx ✌️😎
I Believe the max weight limit on a bike is the weight you put on it including yourself, fuel and luggage. I’m about 100kg and was no drama at all and moved along surprisingly well as you can see in the video
Nice review. What are the vibes like thru the bars at speed??
There are some but not nearly as much as I would expect from a single and definitely not enough to put me off the bike at all
Watched some reviews on this now and definitely would give it a go, is this worth it you think? I’m sceptical at the massive price drop, is it good?
I think the triumph Scrambler 400 X is appealing because of its price. In this review I gave it a good test and found it to be a great quality bike, a typical Triumph Scrambler… This could well be the best mid size bike of 2024…
Love the bike not sold on the colours available
Im sure there will be more to come over the coming years with different paint jobs, there’s allot of scope for customisation on these I think?
Looks a cracking little bike.
The new Himalayan is more expensive but it has better kit, quality and off road capabilities so it would be dependent on what sort of riding you did l guess.
I think that’s a fair comment, if I was going to do any real off roading I’d probably take the royal Enfield out of the two but for a street everyday bike I’d take the triumph, especially at this very attractive price
Maybe the New RE has now lost its appeal in this market though now it is being loaded with tech, what happened to the simplicity that made it a success in the first place? I’d take the triumph
@@batotofhell One can see why bike manufacturers are so confused by us bikers because we complain that the the old model was too asthmatic for main roads and modern speeds and they give us a solution and we say ‘ oh that’s not the old bike’ 😂
I do get what you’re saying and agree that for a certain demographic we loved the simplicity and character of the air cooled model. I guess it depends on what percentage we make up the customer base for the new one.
More power was definitely needed for the RE but I’m not convinced about adding the tech either. I liked its simple charm
@@ontheroadadventureWell maybe I can chime in! RE primary market is still India & Indian buyers are younger, more aspirational, so they needed that bike. You can't blame RE for that & not much or very complex tech has been added to make it over electronic dependent! I don't get why people are getting so upset about this?
The company has to survive for future & this is one off the directions they have to take, nothing wrong with it.
Remember Rest of the World is still a second thought for RE infront of India.
Lovely review!!! Are vibrations on the highway serious and where feel most? Than you ✌️
No, vibes only start after 65mph and it really is not nearly as bad as you would think.
@@ontheroadadventure Thanx ✌️
no problem
Hi nice review...any comparisons as per vibrations at 70mph to other bikes? Single cylinders have such a range of vibration depending on whether they have decent counter balancers or not. Appreciate you r review ice quality. I have Green 400X on order.
Hi and thanks. Honestly vibes were much less than expected it’s not going to be a problem for you at all. You will love your new bike 👍
Thanks for the response...and good to hear. All the best!@@ontheroadadventure
@@drd3816 My please, Thanks for joining us on the channel 👍
@@drd3816An Indian reviewer mentioned that the engine goes from smooth to buzzy around 5-6k and above. But he also mentioned that the expectations vary between Indian and western consumers so an individual's test ride would be more appropriate.
I do agree that every review you see is just one persons opinion, Its always best to test one yourself where possible.
Also Harley Davidson launched a new bike called x440 cc in India with the collaboration with hero India motor corp.that bike has a inbuilt e sim and sos call button.ex showroom price of that bike is 2,790 British pounds.also Aprilia launched a new bike called rs457 cc in India.ex showroom price of that bike is 4,100 British pounds in India.
We don’t have those here yet but I’m sure they will come
Thanks for the great vid even though it could cost me alot of money. One question how would it cope with an 85kg rider plus camping gear? I'm in the process of doing my bike test and want a basic bike to have fun on mainly around dartmoor but maybe the odd week away in wales or even the nc 500. I was looking at a cb500x which is a good bike but lacks the character i would like, i keep coming back to this little Triumph.
No problem at all for the weight bud I exceed that and the bike had loads of power, it performed far better than I was expecting. I know what you’re saying, you want something practical AND cool…. I think you need to get on one of these and try it out, could be just what your after by the sounds of it. Check out Triumphs website and you’ll see the accessories they do for it, panniers etc
Thanks for the reply i will definitely try one out, the other bike that interests me is the ducati desert sled 800 i like the old school looks but the price difference will pay for alot of trips.
Price and reliability would definitely have me at triumphs door over Ducati
I've recently sold a Ducati scrambler 800 in favour of the new 400 Triumph scrambler. The Ducati had too much engine for that type of bike.
Interesting.... How was Reliability for you on the Ducati? how many miles did it have? I think the Scrambler 400 will be a very popular bike
Excellent review, many thanks for sharing your thoughts. I have a decision to make, and a question I would like to share in search of insights and suggestions. I am a 5.6 tall, 30” inseam, 59 years old, in a fair shape folk. I was planning to get a Triumph Street Scrambler 900 as my second bike. This was until I discovered that there was this scrambler 400x. I have a BMW 750GS that I use mainly for long distance travel. Thus, the second bike is planned for urban commuting and occasional excursions to the countryside with mild offroad. Assuming that money won´t be a factor to consider in my decision, given the differences between these two bikes, which one would you think will be a better choice in my case? and why? Something to notice, the scrambler 400x is planned to arrive into my country on June, so I can not take a driving test to compare. I will appreciate very much any suggestions.
for urban use, id take the 400 x as it will be much lighter although of course down on power compared to the 900
@@ontheroadadventure Thanks for the advice. I think that´s a good point. Only thing that makes me think is seat height. I guess I could gain some mm adjusting the preload to the minimum (lowest?) setting.
@@joaomunoz183 Only way to be sure is to sit on them both side by side and ideally go for a test ride
come on Triumph, make a 500 with 21 and 18 inch spoked wheel combo, add adjustable sussers with 200mm and away we go
Like a Mini Rally pro!
For myself I see this as competing with the Enfield interceptor. I recognize the interceptor is a bigger, more expensive bike, and a twin, but it is the bike I would buy if I were buying a Royal Enfield. The Triumph single is smaller, but I suspect the performance is competitive with the interceptor.
Yes I believe the interceptor is around the same power output? I think Triumph would still have me sold if I were choosing one of the two
Interceptor has same power output but higher torque.
@@hop-skip-ouch8798 That makes sense being a twin 👍
@@hop-skip-ouch8798 Yes but much heavier also, 170 kgs vs 202kgs, the stupid weight is the reason why i never really considered a Interceptor
@@hydrotricine The RE450 alternates might be close the Triumph 400s. We'll probably see them this year. They've already been spied on road.
Lovely little bike….do you know if it was designed/developed in UK?
I assume it is by triumph in the uk and then manufactured where it makes sense financially
Well it's Co-engineered with Bajaj in India. My friend was an engineer for this project, he is with Bajaj!
Triumph won't openly say it because, Pardon me for the words I'm going to use; Badge snobbers won't like this association. Even though Bajaj has a good QC & QA at their manufacturing units!
Triumph should have started to sell smaller bikes years, decades ago. but it looks like they REALLY came up with the goods with the 400s. d'as a really pretty bike. if i were 16 i would sell my sister for this scrambler. and prolly my mum as well...........
I think these re going to sell really well, Good quality affordable bikes are what allot of people have been asking for now. £20k plus bikes are not for everyone
It is a good looking bike but I don't undetstand why the seat height is higher than the Scrambler 900? Us older riders remember when a 400cc wasn't seen as a small bike?! I commuted 70 miles a day on an MZ 251 in the early 90s for about 12 months, which included motorways.
I guess i would consicer a big bike to be 1000cc plus... Thats not to say its needed, as you have said you can do anything on anybike. Seat height is quite tall on this one, but the street 400 is much lower
8:38: "don't need heated grips....." heated grips are one of the best things to happen. ever. sunny sunday rider??
Sometimes simplicity is the best, and yes most likely i would use this on a sunny sunday afternoon bimble. Of course we have our Africa Twins for things like when we were Crossing the alps in November which do have all the things we need. Its all about having the right tool for the job your doing...
Heated gloves or glove liners are better , especially if you use a non bike power source imho .
@@leeinwis We use battery powered gloves they are great
Actually, the Smaller engine capacity Motorbikes are getting popular because companies like BMW, Triumph,Harley have understood now, what Suzuki ,Yamaha and Honda understood Decades ago. Its not about these days things are getting manufactured in India and China😂. Indian Market is a Money making machine for 2 Wheeler manufacturing Companies. I have to a test ride Scram 400. Already Rode BMW G310GS and mostly gonna book BMW but the overall quality of these small engine capacity bikes are very good, considering what Europeans and Americans think are small capacity are actually Premium for us Indians(majority). Good Review Bro.
Keep these bikes coming I say 👍
Great video! So when are you getting a scrambler ?
It’s a very tempting prospect!
Thats an awesome bike and great review. I am all fo rthe simple bikes with out all them tech gadgets haha I just want a bike that gets me safely from A to B with no issues. I have seen the new Himalayan 2024 from £4,200 right up to 6k Not sure what is going on wth the price difference though. if thats any help to your question.
There are different models and specs bud. Personally I’d take the triumph
The top model is spoked wheels and tubeless. Better setup there just with those upgrades. Too small for 100kg people like myself, though
@@bobjohnson1633 I’m not sure about the Himmy but the 400 pulled my 100kg with confidence and enough poke
Going to take a serious look at this model thinking of downsizing from 1200gs will depend on pillion comfort for what I take the girlfriend out for a spin
I reckon this bike will do it for you, go try one out and see what you think
This looks like a bike I want. Do you wager that someone 6 foot tall would do well enough on a bike this size? I'm looking for something spritely and simple, and watching you get on the highway made me think this might be just the one I've been looking for.
Yes mate, Height wise youll be fine, Strangely it feels like quite a big bike although light. Power is no issue at all. Spritely and simple..... Boxes ticked id say. Are you in the uk?
I really don't understand, why everybody is comparing this Triumph with the RE Himalayan. These are two completely different bikes. The RE (incl. the Scram version) is an adventure bike, even more an off roader, whilst the Triumph is a scrambler, mainly built for sealed roads and occasional rides on easy to ride unpaved roads. The only simililatity between the Triumph 400 Scrambler and the Himalayan might be the price.
Otherwise this little Triumph is much more comparable to the
the Honda CL500 scrambler.
I guess it’s because they are two of the most talked about motorcycles at the moment both in the same power, and price brackets. Most of us in the uk won’t be using either off road
What is the red light on top of the clock?
I’m not certain at the min
@@ontheroadadventure no me neither, tried looking at pictures but it looks like a bell with lines either side 🤷🏻♂️
Some have said possibly something to do with the immobiliser?
@@ontheroadadventure Mmm maybe but why would you have a 'red' light constantly on whilst the bike is running 🤔
I wouldnt worry about it. Bike probably just needs a error code removing or something. @@kevindarkstar
Why is the alarm warning light on, on the dash when riding?
I believe it’s to do with the immobilizer, not sure on that one
It should not be on when riding, so the bike has an alarm / immobiliser issue already, not pleased to see this as I have one on order!
Let’s hope it was just user error 🤷♂️
So the bike can be riden with the immobiliser on 😂
@@bikeman123 Surely not 😂 I’m getting curious now and may have to go back to the shop and investigate!
Hoping to see a 400 Street test ride next…
Who knows maybe I will do that for you
Nice review. Well done 👍
Thank you! 👍
Great wee bike!
Except it’s not all that wee! I was surprised how big the bike felt, it wasn’t like sitting in a small capacity bike
@@ontheroadadventure yes, I have thrown my leg over one. Nice proportions, I'm 6'2'' and feels nice. But I ride a Rocket 3 - everything is wee compared to that.
A cracking bit of kit though and a great review. Thank you!
Ah yes! Definitely a wee bike compared to the mighty rocket 🚀 Thanks so much
Any stalling problems?
Not once, why you ask?
@@ontheroadadventure Numerous reviews out of India have reported stalling after pulling in the clutch. I'm hoping it's just in some of the early models. I have a 400x on order myself.
Clutch was so smooth and light on this one. No issues at all 👍
About £2.5k new in India! Shame it's become impossible to pick one up there and ride it back to the UK, what an adventure that would be.
Yes we discovered this and considered doing exactly that!
Great little back road Tractor dodger, Royal Enfield must be spitting feathers 😂. Saw it at Carl Rosner Triumph 2 weeks ago, very impressed with the build quality looks and price.
It looks amazing up close doesn’t it. Like I say in the review, nothing on the bike feels cheap! Amazing little bike
Up against the Enfield 650 twins on price the Triump loses
@@bikeman123 really? Interestingly, the interceptor is the cheapest 650 at £6399 !
@@bikeman123 Not for me, it’s close but I prefer the triumph
@@raymorris952 Consider a used one though in comparison and then you have a hard choice to make…
Would've have been nice to know why the red and green lights in the clock were on. I've heard UK and Europe bikes are built in Triumphs Thailand factory. Nice bike at a very good price.
We get them for less than £4000 here in Thailand. They are cheaper than mid size scooters like the XMAX! Awesome deal from Triumph
For me I don’t mind where it’s built provided it’s to the triumph build quality and finish.
I rode the same bike today. Asked salesman why the red engine light was on. The rev counter pulses over 6k rpm. He said its because its not run in yet ( only 159 miles on it) green light was dipped headlight
Ahh Excellent well done bud. I didnt think it could be anything serious. What did you think of the Triumph Scrambler 400? are you tempted?
@@ontheroadadventure The jury is out for me at the moment. I'm just going to sit back and wait for a bit . I want to see how they fare reliability wise over the next few months
Great review of this good looking bike. You say you’re 5’ 7” tall. May I ask what your inside leg measurement is? I’m a 30” inside leg, but wondered if I’d find the bike a bit too tall for me.
Thanks, I have a 30 inside leg to and the 400 scrambler was great for me, it didn’t feel like a small bike but definitely not too tall for you bud
@@ontheroadadventureThanks. That’s good to know.
See if you can find one to test ride
I like the way they put the exhaust down where a whump would dent it.😊
I would of love to have seen it with a high exhaust like the bigger scramblers
To me the exhaust down is a huge plus because it is not going to roast my leg. I live in Thailand and heat management is definitely a concern.
I live in TH too and i do not want a high exhaust and its exactly why i have not purchased a bigger cc Triumph scrambler yet--as well as the added weight and heat --see you on the road bro i will be touring on this 400X!@@Alsinsin
@drd3816 looking forward to it. I stay in Siracha
@@Alsinsincool I plan on riding that area I have not been east of BKK-I live Trang now-I have ridden 35k I’m in TH but have much more to see-we should have a coffee one day -I will set mine up for touring but use it instead of my scooter if I can
I wish people would check what they`re saying?. Yes the Triumph Speed and Scrambler 400s are made in India, BUT, the bikes sold in the UK and Europe are being built in Thailand, along with the rest of the Bonneville range. The bike was designed, built, and developed here in the UK, with volume production being set up in India, Thailand, and believe it or not, in a production facility in Brazil.The Brazilian built bikes be primarily for the American continent, the Indian built bikes for the asian subcontinent, and the Thai built bikes for the UK, Europe, and i believe Japan. They are definitely NOT Bajaj 400s with a Triumph badge on them.
If you don`t believe me, go back and watch Triumph`s own promotional video on the bikes, everything i`ve said above was said on that video by Triumphs head of marketing.
Well this is all good news if this is of a concern, for me the point I’m making is I don’t care where it’s built, provided it is built to triumph level of build quality and has the back up of triumphs customer service and support. We have no reason to doubt the brand
It's just nice to know where your bike was made. I wouldn't buy a bike made in China.
@@splodge57LOL almost everything in your house is made in China.
Fair enough
A harsh reality…
Watch Revzilla's reviews for off-road riding this bike in India - handles it easily. Think I found the successor to my Speedy 1200, getting on a bit as I am. This will probably be my last bike. Just got to hope I can get my leg over the back end! Had to sell my 660 Tiger cos I couldn't get on it any more.
Get yourself down to your local dealer and take one out for a while, I hope you can get on it, it’s a great bike
I have money down on this in Colorado. I think this bike will do the thousands of miles of forest service roads with no problem.
The pads on the tank are for knee grip when standing.
Wow I’d love to ride those types of roads you have. Not much of that here in the uk that’s legal to ride
a good honest report the bike is built to a budget made in India the same as the Royal Enfield if you like it buy it
Triumph have done a great job with this scrambler 400 x
Another great Review 👏
Thanks so much, a great machine from triumph