Triumph Motorcycles recently launched the Speed T4, a more affordable version of the Speed 400 in the Indian market. Priced at Rs 2.17 lakh (ex-showroom), the T4 has quite a few differences over the Speed 400, most importantly, a retuned version of the same engine that now makes less power. It was mentioned during the T4’s launch event Triumph is targeting the premium classic segment with this bike, currently dominated by Royal Enfield with offerings such as the Classic 350. How do these two motorcycles go up against each other on paper? We find out.
The Triumph is the more modern-looking motorcycle, while the Classic 350 has an old-school charm to it
| Triumph Speed T4 | Royal Enfield Classic 350 | |
| Wheelbase | 1406 mm | 1390 mm |
| Seat Height | 806 mm | 805 mm |
| Weight | 180 kg | 195 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 13 litre | 13 litre |
On the cosmetic front, the Triumph Speed T4’s design is almost identical to the Speed 400 which has been on sale in India for over a year. The Triumph Speed T4 is the more modern-looking motorcycle between the duo, while the Classic 350, especially in the variants with spoked wheels, has an old-school charm to it that most people find appealing. This is further backed up by the Classic 350's monthly sales numbers. There’s also the fact that the Classic 350 can be had in a variety of new colour schemes, after it received an update earlier this year.
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 can be had in a variety of colour schemes
In terms of proportions, the T4 has a slightly longer wheelbase than the Classic 350. Both the Speed T4 and the Classic 350 have a similar seat height of around 805 mm, and come with a 13-litre fuel tank. The Royal Enfield however, is heavier than the Triumph by around 15 kg.
Pictured above: Triumph T4 engine (left), Royal Enfield Classic 350 engine (right)
| Model | Triumph Speed T4 | Royal Enfield Classic 350 |
| Displacement | 398.15 cc | 349 cc |
| Engine | Liquid-cooled, 4 valve, DOHC, single-cylinder | Air-oil cooled, single-cylinder |
| Max Power | 30.6 bhp | 20.2 bhp |
| Peak Torque | 36 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 5-speed |
Despite featuring a lower state of tune than the Speed 400, the Speed T4's 398 cc mill still develops more power and torque than the Classic 350. Triumph says that the engine now has more lower-end torque, making it more stable at lower rpms and reducing the need to shift gears frequently. The Triumph also has the advantage in terms of the gearbox with the Speed T4 using a 6-speed unit compared to the Classic's 5-speed.
| Triumph Speed T4 | Royal Enfield Classic 350 |
| Rs 2.17 lakh (ex-showroom) | Rs 2 lakh to Rs 2.30 lakh (ex-showroom) |
With its wide range of variants, the Classic 350’s prices range from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 2.30 lakh (ex-showroom). The Speed T4 on the other hand, is available in a single variant, priced at Rs 2.17 lakh (ex-showroom).
