The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z and the Triumph Speed T4 both have been developed by Bajaj. However, the Pulsar NS 400Z is solely developed by Bajaj, whereas the Triumph Speed T4 has been jointly developed by Bajaj-Triumph under their partnership.
This test is a little different as both motorcycles have not been tested under optimum weather conditions. The Pulsar NS400Z was tested in wet conditions whereas the Speed T4 was tested under dry conditions. This test is purely to give an idea about how the Pulsar NS400Z stacks up against the Speed T4.
Engine and brakes
| Engine and brakes | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Triumph Speed T4 | |
| Engine | 373cc, single-cyl | 398cc, single-cyl |
| Power | 40hp at 8,800rpm | 31hp at 7,000rpm |
| Torque | 35Nm at 6,500rpm | 36Nm at 5,000rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Brake (Front) | 320mm disc | 300mm disc |
| Brake (Rear) | 230mm disc | 230mm disc |
The Pulsar and Speed have a difference of 9hp, while the Speed makes slightly more torque. Even though branded as 400s, the Pulsar gets a smaller engine displacing 373cc compared to speed’s 398cc.
Acceleration test
| 0-100kph | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Triumph Speed T4 | |
| 0-40kph | 1.41s | 1.72s |
| 0-60kph | 2.61s | 3.13s |
| 0-80kph | 4.16s | 5.21s |
| 0-100kph | 6.26s | 8.08s |
Our acceleration test is conducted from a standstill and it is important to note that the Speed had a competitive advantage in this test. From the get-go, the NS400Z is a lot quicker and maintains its pace till the 100kph mark. The difference of 1.8 seconds is pretty substantial between the two when you take into consideration that the weather condition during the Pulsar NS400Z’s run.
In-gear acceleration
| In-gear acceleration | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Triumph Speed T4 | |
| 20-50kph (2nd gear) | 2.13s | 2.03s |
| 30-70kph (3rd gear) | 3.53s | 3.61s |
| 50-80kph (4th gear) | 3.63s | 3.49s |
For our in-gear acceleration tests, we assess both motorcycles to see how quick they are in 2nd, 3rd and 4th gear, respectively. The Triumph gets an edge over here in the 20-50kph and 50-80kph acceleration tests, showcasing quickier in-gear acceleration.
60-0kph braking test
| 60-0kph braking test | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Triumph Speed T4 | |
| 60-0kph | 16.87m | 16.52m |
This test evaluates a bike’s ability to brake hard and come to a standstill from 60kph. While the Triumph emerged victorious, the results were marginal. Given ideal conditions, the Pulsar NS400Z equipped with a larger 320mm disc and lighter weight could have performed better.
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z vs Triumph Speed T4: price
| Price | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z | Triumph Speed T4 | |
| Price | Rs 1.85 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) | Rs 2.17 lakh (ex-showroom, India) |
The Pulsar NS400Z brings better value for money to the table as it undercuts the Speed T4 by Rs. 32,000. It is worth noting that while the Pulsar NS400Z is Bajaj’s flagship motorcycle, the Speed T4 is the most affordable Triumph one can currently buy.
