With the arrival of the Guerrilla 450, the mid-capacity segment has become even a whole lot hotter. Here, let’s break down its specs, features, and price to see how it stacks up against the Triumph Speed 400.
RE Guerrilla 450 vs Triumph Speed 400: Engine specs
On paper, the two bikes appear closely matched. The Guerrilla 450 boasts a 452cc, liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine churning out 40.02 hp and 40 Nm of torque. This motorcycle features a six-speed gearbox with slip-and-assist clutch. It is the same engine that also does its duty on the Himalayan 450.
On the other hand, the Speed 400 counters with a slightly smaller 398cc, liquid-cooled motor that pumps out 40 hp and 37.5 Nm of peak torque, implying that the power difference is nearly negligible while the newcomer has a slight upper hand in terms of torque produced. Like the Guerrilla 450, the Speed 400 also comes mated to a six-speed gearbox with a slip-and-assist clutch.
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RE Guerrilla 450 vs Triumph Speed 400: Feature face-off
The Guerrilla 450 comes in three variants – Analogue, Dash, and Flash – offering a range of features. The base-spec features a digi-analogue display along with a supplementary Tripper navigation pod. Other variants come with the TFT dash same as its adventure sibling Himalayan 450, including features such as phone connectivity, navigation from Google Maps, media controls and a USB port for mobile charging.
On the other hand, the baby Triumph gets a semi-digital instrument cluster displaying the speedometer, trip meter, odometer, gear position indicator, fuel level, clock, and more.
In terms of hardware, both motorcycles get disc brakes on both ends with dual-channel ABS for better stopping power. As for the suspension duties, the Speed 400 features USD forks in the front and a preload-adjustable monoshock at the rear. In contrast, the Guerrilla swaps the Himalayan’s USD fork for a gaitered telescopic front suspension, while retaining the rear monoshock.
RE Guerrilla 450 vs Triumph Speed 400: Price war
Here’s where things get interesting. The Guerrilla 450 carries a slight premium, starting at Rs 2.39 lakh, ex-showroom, compared to the Speed 400’s Rs 2.25 lakh, ex-showroom, price tag. The Guerrilla also offers two more variants, priced at Rs 2.49 lakh and Rs 2.54 lakh, both prices ex-showroom.
Eventually, your choice depends on your riding style and priorities. The Guerrilla 450 offers a feature-rich variant, while the Speed 400 is ideal for budget-conscious riders seeking a well-rounded package at a sharp price.