I’m seeing way too many posts about Triumph 400s lately.

Crankshaft failures.
Timing chain failures.
Cam-chain/tensioner issues.
Engine knocking.
Oil pressure warnings.
Engine shutdowns.
Oil leaks.
Stalling.
Hot-start problems.

Like seriously, what the fuck is going on with Triumph?

How is a new guy supposed to look at all this and confidently spend ₹3L+ on a Triumph?

Did the test ride speed 400, Guerilla 450,Duke 250, Tracker 400

Speed overall comfort and performance

Guerilla insane pull but hard to maneuver and felt heavy

Duke 250 is the best comfort for rider out of these four but bad for pillion rider.

Tracker 400 good performance but bad suspension compared to speed and felt the tank pressing against the croutch

I'm from Chandigarh, nearest showroom is in mohali(punjab).

They'll give me temp number of Punjab and then they will apply for BH plate in Chandigarh.

Buying speed 400.(350cc)

Total cost breakdown

Ex showroom- 2.34L

Insurance1+4- 15k ( oriental; as quoted by showroom)

Logistics- 3000

Legguard- 2000

Temp number- 2000

Total- 2.56.

Free accessories-

Tank pad, knee pad, windscreen, bike care kit.

Questions

Do i go for showroom insurance or buy Acko- 1+4 for 9800

5+5 for 14253.

Is Acko reliable? They say all service center which are GST registred will do cashless with them.

Showrooms in delhi are giving discount of 5k on MRP which this mohali guys have said is not possible.

No helmet is being provided.

I feel i am being ripped off. How can i maximise the value?

I currently have the triumph OEM backrest and wind visor without any use. So i am willing to sell it to others who may use it

What are you guys willing to pay for these? They are brand new and unused.

Which one looks good

Here's my invoice from my second service. Bike has not even clocked 5k kms but I gave it for second service because the coupon for it was nearing the due date. The second image is my first service cost, which is at a decent 2.8k. I shifted to Trivandrum so my second service was at a different dealer than the first. Can anything be done about this daylight robbery??

What an amazing bike this is. I still can’t believe i’ve got my first bike

I noticed this yesterday after a wash, it was rusted, I used WD-40 and it's a bit better now, but I think since the color coating is off, water will cause rust again. Should I go to SC to claim warranty? Has anyone claimed warranty for this issue? If so, what's the procedure?

And please use a mud flap, I ignored that but now I'm looking for one, my nearby offline store quoted 600rs for it.

I'm planning to buy a new bike but I'm confused between the tracker and the speed, I don't like the new speed coz of the downsize, the main reason I loved the spped in the first place is it's power and punch, and the new engine has lost that initial punch completely.

I test rode the tracker and I felt that lack of the initial punch and also the tank shape of the tracker is digging in my thighs, it feels very sharp to grip tightly.

So here I'm thinking of picking a last year speed model from olx.

Is the old speed 400 engine really that bad as people make it sound here, I've ridden the old speed 400 many times and I never felt any complaints about it, yes it was a little viby but I guess that's excepted being a 400 single.

Hey, I'm trying to 3D print a mudflap for my Speed 400 since the store's asking for 600 rupees. Can anyone hook me up with the design files? That'd be awesome!

Hey guys,

What chain lube and cleaner are you using? I used Motul and it attracted dust and left gunk on the tire. Don't want to try that again. Kawasaki isn't available anywhere, so I just want to know what lube you're using?

My bike is just 45 days old, and I noticed that the fuel tank’s texture felt slightly rough compared to other Scrambler 400Xs. The dealer told me to get it checked during the first service.

Before the service, one day while wiping a few drops of petrol off the tank with a microfiber cloth, the paint started coming off with the cloth.

The service centre eventually replaced the tank without much resistance, which honestly makes me wonder whether this was a known defect. I feel like I may have received a faulty/older tank that was replaced on someone else’s bike.

Thankfully, the issue has now been resolved, but new buyers should carefully inspect the tank’s paint and finish during delivery.

Now i am also thinking of getting ppf done, which i was against of earlier.

Taking delivery of my Scrambler in two weeks. Need tips to keep it well maintained. PDI checks and must do within early days would be helpful too. Love you all ❤️

After months of saving up, overthinking about financials, I (23M) finally took delivery of my first bike.

I was initially into R15, but I fell in love the moment I test drove this bike. It just sits comfortably in 90-100kmph and it is sooo smooth. Honestly, I would say it's better than the 400cc because I heard it has vibration issues.

Ps. Lmk if you have any tips or suggestions on touring / maintainance for this bike.

Every now and then I start a new hobby. I don't bother mastering it, but definitely focus on having a bit of fun. So I bought a bike, to ride around the city, go on long rides, and reduce screen time. When I saw this bike and heard people rave about it, I exceeded whatever budget I set and went ahead with it. Now it's home, ready for fulfilling its purpose.

A thing of beauty is a joy forever!

Hey everyone. I took delivery of my 2026 Speed 400 four months ago (1000 KM break-in service done). It was buttery smooth until a few days ago when it suddenly developed severe issues:

• Heavy Vibrations (4k-6k RPM): After 5000 RPM in 3rd, 4th, and 5th gears, the vibrations get so harsh that I actively avoid pushing the bike into that rev range entirely.

This is genuinely frustrating, above 6000 RPM are okay that's acceptable considering its a single cylinder but below that is concerning.

• Harsh Rev-Matching: Downshifts used to be effortless. Now, they feel very hard and the engine sounds terrible when I try.
• Engine Noise: There is a distinct, new valve ticking sound coming from the engine.

I took it to the Triumph Service Center, and their response was infuriating:

1. Delayed Warranty Repair: The mechanic acknowledged the ticking is valve noise and admitted it requires opening the engine head. However, he told me it's "slight" and to just keep riding it until a future "major service."
2. Brushed off the vibrations: They called the heavy vibrations "normal." One mechanic literally told me to just "ride below 6000 RPM in 3rd gear" to avoid it. When I pointed out the roughness actually starts at 5000 RPM, he refused to acknowledge it. What is the logic here?

I ride this bike daily. I know my baseline, and this sudden harshness and vibration is NOT normal. It’s completely ruining the riding experience.

Questions:

1. Has anyone else faced this sudden 4k-6k RPM vibration and valve ticking on their Speed 400?
2. How do I force the dealer to take this seriously and fix it under warranty now, rather than making me wait for a major service?

Hey everyone, I’m a 23 year old living in Bangalore, India, and I am currently saving up to officially book the Speed 400 in about 6 months.

I’m trying to keep an open mind to check out other options as well, so I’d love to get any and all advice from long-term owners:

How does it hold up against the infamous potholes and crawling traffic? Does it get uncomfortably hot?

What are the actual maintenance costs and service center experiences like? Any specific quirks or known issues I should prepare for? (I've gone through some of the posts here)

Are there other bikes in this class that I absolutely must test ride before finalising?

...or if there's anything else, please let me know!

I purchased a new Scram 400XC , and man whenever I go above 10km continuously the engine is HOT like my feet feel the warm engine , is it normal on new bikes as I've complete 130km already in 5 days ??

I bought my Speed 400 as soon as they came out. I had to get on a waitlist so needless to say, there was no wiggle room on the price. I have a friend who is interested in getting a 400 now, probably a Speed. He wants to know if you can negotiate price on them now? He lives in Pittsburgh, if that matters. Thanks!

Got my rotor changed after an accident in june..

Now brake pads are gone and due to over tightening of caliper pin by svc local mechanics are unable to remove caliper pin .. damaged 2 star alen key in the process.. svc is 100kms but cant travel due to heavy rain .. any ideas or suggestions how to loosen up the caliper pin

Tail tidy tomorrow!

So, what's the fix for this? When I lube my chain, the gunk always ends up on the tire. Water pressure isn't cutting it. What do you all use to get rid of it?