Triumph Thruxton 400
The Triumph Thruxton 400 is a cafe-racer, produces 41 bhp and weighs 176 kg.
41 bhp
Power
27.6 ft-lb
Torque
176 kg
Weight
Faired
Body
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What Buyers Should Know
Café Racer Heritage Name
The Thruxton name has been bestowed upon Triumph's high-performance Bonneville twins since the early sixties. This entry-level single-cylinder machine now carries that hallowed badge.
Uprated Engine Performance
The 398cc liquid-cooled engine pushes out 41.4 bhp, 5% up on its Speed and Tracker siblings. The boost was achieved via a new inlet camshaft and retune of the ECU.
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV Tyres
The Thruxton 400 is fitted with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres, which suit the Triumph down to the ground according to the reviewer.
Top 10 Accessories
Curated picks for the Triumph Thruxton 400 — owned, ridden, recommended.
Common Problems
Test smooth throttle response in slow parking lot riding
Inspect headers for excessive bluing near engine junction
Look for oil weeping below fork tubes before test ride
Check for pending dealer software updates on VIN history
✅Pre-Purchase Checklist
Generally solid, minor teething issues on early examples
Full Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are common problems with the Triumph Thruxton 400? +
Throttle-by-wire hesitation and surging at low RPM: Test smooth throttle response in slow parking lot riding (moderate) | Exhaust header bluing and heat discoloration: Inspect headers for excessive bluing near engine junction (minor) | Fork seal leaks on early units: Look for oil weeping below fork tubes before test ride (moderate)
What is the horsepower of the Triumph Thruxton 400? +
The Triumph Thruxton 400 produces 41 bhp, with 27.6 ft-lb of torque.
Is the Triumph Thruxton 400 good for beginners? +
Yes — the Triumph Thruxton 400 is a reasonable choice for new riders (41 hp is manageable), weighing 176 kg.
Is the Triumph Thruxton 400 reliable? +
The Triumph Thruxton 400 has no widely-reported critical reliability issues. 4 minor issues are documented — see the Common Problems section above.
Is the Triumph Thruxton 400 good for daily use? +
Suited for daily cafe-racer use.
What is the seat height of the Triumph Thruxton 400? +
The Triumph Thruxton 400 has a seat height of 795mm (31.3 in). Most riders 170 cm+ will sit comfortably flat-footed.
What gear should I buy for a Triumph Thruxton 400? +
Motoryk has curated a Top 10 gear list specifically for the Triumph Thruxton 400, covering engine oil, tires, chain, battery, and brake pads — see motoryk.com/bikes/triumph/thruxton-400/top10. Each pick is matched to this bike's spec.
