Words: Andrew Sluys
Published 16 January 2026
Triumph has expanded its 400cc range with two distinct new models that broaden the appeal of its entry-level lineup. The all-new Tracker 400 and Thruxton 400 arrive with more attitude, sharper dynamics and a touch more performance.
Both models are powered by an updated version of the 398cc TR-Series engine, now producing 42PS at 9,000rpm – a five per cent increase over the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400.
Triumph says the extra punch comes from revised internal components, including a new camshaft profile and updated engine mapping, while peak torque remains 37.5Nm. Ride-by-wire throttle and a six-speed gearbox round out the package.
In New Zealand, the Thruxton 400 will land first, arriving in dealerships from February 2026 priced from $9,995 (+ on road costs). The Tracker 400 follows in April at the same $9,995 (+ on road costs).
The Thruxton 400 revives a celebrated nameplate with a sharper cafe racer stance than its 400 stablemates. Clip-on handlebars sit lower and narrower, with rear-set footpegs encouraging a forward-leaning riding position. Upside-down forks, a preload-adjustable rear monoshock and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres point to a bike tuned for spirited road riding rather than nostalgic cruising.
By contrast, the Tracker 400 leans into flat-track aesthetics with wider bars, dual-purpose Pirelli MT60 RS tyres and twin upswept silencers. Its upright ergonomics, 805mm seat height and adjustable rear suspension suggest a more versatile, playful machine.
Together, the pair signal that Triumph’s 400 platform still has plenty of room to evolve.
