Triumph Scrambler 400 X vs Triumph Tracker 400

Autocar India

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Engine Displacement

349 cc
349 cc

Valvetrain

4 Valves/Cyl
4 Valves/Cyl

Fueling

Electronic Fuel Injection
Electronic Fuel Injection

Cooling

Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled

Engine Type

1 cylinder
1 cylinder

Aspiration

Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated

Max Engine Power

37 Hp @ 8500 rpm
40 Hp @ 8750 rpm

Max Engine Torque

32 Nm @ 7000 rpm
32 Nm @ 7500 rpm

Bore

89 mm
89 mm

Stroke

56.1 mm
56.1 mm

Spark Plugs

1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder

Number of Gears

6
6

Slipper clutch

Reverse gear

N/A

Transmission Type

Manual
Manual

Gearbox Type

Manual

Clutch

Assist And Slipper Clutch
Wet, Multiplate, Assist & Slip clutch

Ignition

Spark Ignition

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Tank Size

13 L
13 L

Official Fuel Economy

None kmpl
27.7 kmpl

Reserve Fuel Capacity

2.6 L

Top Speed

160 kph
154 kph

Auto Start/Stop

Chassis & Suspension

Chassis name

Hybrid Spine/Perimeter, Tubular Steel
Hybrid spine and perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe

Chassis type

Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe
Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe

Front Suspension Type

43mm Upside Down Fork
43mm Upside down Big Piston forks. 140mm wheel travel

Rear Suspension Type

Gas monoshock RSU with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment. 150mm wheel travel
Gas monoshock RSU with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel

Rear Suspension Adjustability

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Front Brake Type

Disc
Disc

Front Brake Size

320 mm
300 mm

Rear Brake Type

Disc
Disc

Rear Brake Size

230 mm
230 mm

Wheel Type

Alloy
Alloy

Wheel Construction

Alloy
Alloy

Tyre type

Tubeless
Tubeless

Front Tyre Size

100/90 - 19
110/70 - R17

Rear Tyre Size

140/80 - 17
150/60 - R17

Radial tyres

N/A

Calliper Type

Front - 4 Piston, Rear - 1 Piston
Front - 4 Piston radial caliper, Rear - 1 Piston floating caliper

Front Wheel Size

19 inch
17 inch

Rear Wheel Size

17 inch
17 inch

Front Disc/Drum Size

300 mm

Rear Disc/Drum Size

230 mm

Wheel Size

Front - 17 inch, Rear 17 inch

Brake type

Front - Disc, Rear - Disc

Dimensions

Width

901 mm
857 mm

Height

1169 mm
1048 mm

Wheelbase

1418 mm
1377 mm

Seat height

835 mm
805 mm

Ground Clearance

None mm
158 mm

Kerb Weight

185 kg
183 kg

Safety

Combined Braking System

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Dual channel

Cornering ABS

Hazard lights

Side-stand indicator

Side-stand engine cut-off

Traction control

Wheelie control

Engine brake control

Slide-control

Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)

Adaptive Cruise Control

Cornering Headlamps

Tyre-Pressure Monitoring System

Blind Spot Monitor

Lane keep assist

Features

Pass-light switch

Digital Fuel Guage

Keyless Lock

Stepped Seat

Headlight Bulb Type

LED

Headlamp Type

LED

Low Oil Indicator

No. of Tripmeters

2

Odometer

Pillion Backrest

Pillion Footrest

Electric Start

Pillion Grabrail

Daytime Running Lights

Pillion Seat

Quickshifter

Shift Light

Tripmeter

Clock

Brake/Tail Light

LED

Tripmeters Type

Digital

Start Type

Electric Start
Electric Start

Antilock Braking System

Switchable ABS
Dual Channel ABS

Turn Signal

Stand Alarm

Engine-kill switch

USB Charging Port

Navigation

Cruise Control

Underseat storage light

Luggage Panniers

Heated Seat

Heated Grips

Audio System

Instrumentation

TFT colour Instrument cluster

Tachometer

Touchscreen

Engine/Motor temperature gauge

Gear Indicator

Tachometer Type

Digital

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instrument console

Semi-Digital
Semi-Digital

Trip Meter

Average Speed

Fuel gauge

Distance to Empty Range

Service due indicator

Ambient temperature gauge

Questions you may find useful

2d

I'm planning to buy my first premium motorcycle and have a budget of around Rs. 3.1 lakh on-road. After a lot of research and multiple test rides, I've narrowed my options down to the Triumph Tracker 400 and the Triumph Scrambler 400 X. I'm looking for advice from owners or experienced riders who have spent time with either or both bikes. I've been riding motorcycles for around 7-8 years and this bike will be my primary motorcycle for at least the next 4-5 years. My usage will be approximately 70-80% city commuting to office and 20-30% rides during weekend with occasional long-distance trips of more than 250 km every 2-3 months. I will almost always have a pillion with me, so pillion comfort, suspension, and overall ride quality are very important factors. I enjoy riding but I'm not someone who rides aggressively all the time. I appreciate a refined, confidence-inspiring motorcycle that is also enjoyable on open highways. I'll be paying the full amount in cash so I'm looking for the best overall ownership experience rather than simply the cheapest option. During my test rides, the Tracker 400 felt lighter, more road-focused, and easier to ride in the city. It had a cowl so didn't get to check it with the pillion. The Scrambler 400 X engine felt somewhat the same but just a little toned down and not as aggresive as the Tracker given the higher power produced and better suspension. However, the braking was not as expected. My main concerns are related to finding more suitable bike for someone who rides mostly in the city but enjoys weekend touring. Which bike is more comfortable for both rider and pillion on longer rides? Does the Scrambler's taller suspension and larger front wheel become a disadvantage in daily city riding? Is the Tracker significantly easier to live with in traffic? Considering the fact that I'll own the bike for 4-5 years, which one offers the better overall ownership experience? I'd really appreciate insights from owners, especially those who have ridden both motorcycles or regularly ride with a pillion. Thanks in advance!

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5m

For your usage, where you regularly ride with a pillion both usually inside the city and occassionally on the highway, the Triumph Scrambler 400 X is the better option than its sibling, the Tracker. The Scrambler has a far more upright and commanding rider's triangle, is more spacious for both rider and pillion and its suspension comfort is also much better than the Tracker. Coming to the braking issue on the Scrambler, Triumph (not Bajaj) insists on equipping the bike with organic brake pads which don't have the same life or power as sintered units but its an easy fix. You can fit the sintered pads from any other 350cc Triumph onto the Scrambler and this will be an inexpensive and easy fix to your problem.

Triumph Scrambler 400 X
Triumph Tracker 400