There is a God and here is the proof, a proper looking, developed middleweight roadster at a brilliant price, about time. Hope they dont stick the price up now its 2024 and kill the goose. Great review Mark

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Hi michelle,yes many thanks what a great bike at the price...class leader I would definitely say best wishes mark

@shubamnarayan4581

5 ай бұрын

God here is in the form of Bajaj Motorcycles with its Mammoth Production capabilities 😁

@michellewilson8845

5 ай бұрын

Its a turn of phrase im not taking anything away from Bajaj but its a Triumph @@shubamnarayan4581

@Adam-mo2qw

5 ай бұрын

I hate it when they crank up the price, essentially ruining the product and excitement

@mattdog1982

5 ай бұрын

Buy it now… I think this will be an introductory price.

I think we're in the golden age of motorbikes. I'm getting one.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Be quick they will sell out soon in the UK ....next delivery is July Best wishes

@goldilocks913

5 ай бұрын

Not if they carry on with net zero it isn’t, the end of ICE motorcycles in a couple of years 😢

Hi, Mark, I was waiting for you to review this bike. I have the same height and inseam, as you, and wanted to see you on it, before traveling 300 km to the dealer, for a test ride. Now you got me into a dilemma, as I had to add this bike on my list. Many thanks.

Hi Mark, I have a 2005 Bonneville and struggle a bit with the weight. I took delivery of my Speed 400 three weeks ago and I am well pleased with my Baby Bonnie. Great review, couldn't agree more with your comments. It's a top top bike which hope will keep me riding into my 70s

@markpulling12

4 ай бұрын

Great choice 😁 many thanks and best wishes mark

Nice review, one of the few reviewers that answered my question about engine vibration.

Great review, Mark! This seems to be a very well made and high spec bike for the money. At this price, Triumph should sell as many of these as they can make.

What a cracking engine, 40 bhp from a 400 single at low(ish) RPM and a decent torque curve, this bike looks really well made too, love it! 🤩great review Mark 👍

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more! I'll get one one day cheers mark

I was waiting for a review from you, I think I am going to order one even without a test drive. Here in France it's a two month waiting list.

Thank you Mark. A comprehensive and interesting review as always. The bike seems to be much as I (we) expected I expect this to be a great bike for many types of rider. Stay safe and have fun :>)

Love the simplicity of the whole bike, sounds good too. Need to tidy those wires though.

Mark, I think your setup for your reviews are great. I specially like you showing us the sitting position on the bike. It is a important factor for me.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate that 😊

@thebikegeekandmore2448

5 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 the fact that we have the same height and weight does it even better 😀

Triumph onto a winner with these, I think. Great review Mark 🍻 ❤

I'm 76-year-old bike rider in Perth Australia around your height Mark been waiting for a bike this size with this power for a long time, had test ride with three of my mates from our motorcycle club and we all brought one.

@markpulling12

3 ай бұрын

Hi Barry great choice cheers mark

@leeinwis

2 ай бұрын

They had 3 in stock ?!

@barryredhead5704

2 ай бұрын

@@leeinwis About three weeks after we test rode the speed 400 at JCS motorcycles they came in. You would not believe it I got a puncher on mine driving it home.

@richardeyers322

2 ай бұрын

why hello to you and all down under,if if if i go down under,is they a triumph dealer in perth,enjoy the sun/blue sky from a just some years younger up ear in the uk.

Great review Mark - what a cracking little bike!

Watchable, balanced review as always, thank you.

I got mine last week. Love it. The most difficult part is driving it gently through the break-in period. It really entices you to play with it and toss it around a bit. It's nimble, but comfortable. It will be my wife's first bike, and she will start practicing with it next week after I get the engine protection bars and windshield she requested installed. We compared against all bikes 500cc and below- and she liked the Royal Enfield Comet, but found it felt too heavy and "chunky" where this one just "felt right" when she sat on it. It's a great little bike and serves the iconic Triumph name well.

Great review, I was looking for a second bike to commute on & these tick all the boxes. Will have to get a test ride sorted soon

Hi Mark, I test rode the scrambler 400x and it was brilliant. The seat height is taller at 835 mm and I was tip toeing it but as it was such a light bike did not have any problems. The side stand is tucked directly beneath the left foot rest so it was a bit of a faff locating it but otherwise it was an absolute blast. Great review 👏 👌 👍 🙌 😀.

@peacebewu

5 ай бұрын

May I ask what's your height and inseam?

@garyburton6833

5 ай бұрын

@peacebewu my height is 5ft 4in, and a 29 inch inseam. Hope this helps.

@peacebewu

5 ай бұрын

@@garyburton6833 I see. Thanks, just wanted to know for reference.

I like your reviews. Those that were on the launch, paid buy the manufacturers, I don't like to watch. I appreciate your opinions.

Blessed with the weather, fabulous review, all the information, I'm tempted with this 😅, thanks Mark xx

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Martine ...yes definitely get a test ride at some point xx

You really are the best bike reviewer. Keep doing what you do.

@markpulling12

2 ай бұрын

Thankyou I really appreciate that Best wishes Mark

Great job Mark. I like the looks of this bike. For the money you can't beat it.

Love your videos, always true and to the point. Cheers..

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Much appreciated thanks :)

Great review Mark.Everyone seems to love this bike.😀🏍

Bought one today as my first bike after passing my A2 can't wait to pick it up !

@markpulling12

Ай бұрын

Thanks James great choice as your first bike Cheers mark

Great review Mark. I’m so tempted to have one as a second bike. Took a look at one yesterday and I was mightily impressed with the build quality. I think I’d sign on the dotted line if I took a test ride. My wife’s reaction when she saw it was....”Just get one.” Decisions, decisions.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

yes keith just get one before they sell out lol best wishes mark

Beautiful bike. I have a Z400 but love the Triumph! I'd love to have one someday.

Your reviews are spot on, I have bought one of these and all the comments on handling, suspension, torque etc are correct. A brilliant bike from Triumph and one which owners will not have to modify the shocks, seat or exhaust. Cheap to tax and insure, great fuel economy, what's not to like?

@markpulling12

4 ай бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate that 😊 Best wishes mark

Test ridden and got one on order (couple of weeks out) as a 2nd bike for pottering about & some commuting to go alongside my Multistrada V4S… can’t wait!

@markpulling12

3 ай бұрын

Great choice I have a Mts 1200 s Cheers mark

A cracking bike, and a great review. Singles are nether butter smooth, but I bet it will be much more refined after a good few miles. Well done Triumph. Brilliant.

Great review as always Mark. Hopefully getting a test ride this weekend mrs on the Speed 400 me on the X 👍🏍🏁🇮🇳🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks I'm sure you'll love them ... report back on here if you can :)

Excellent review Mark on a great bike. All it’s needs is silver wheels and a nose fairing.

@mattdog1982

5 ай бұрын

I was thinking this….. a retro tiger cub version. Spoked wheels etc…..

Great video Mark looks a lovely bike.

I honestly think this is one of the best bike reviews ive watched on KZread. You covered everything and more. Been toying with the idea of a second bike, a single, and this fits the bill perfectly..... BUT... Different league and price £11k is the 77hp Ducati Hypermotard Superquadro mono ( its also avaliable in detuned A2 )..... im drooling .....

@markpulling12

4 ай бұрын

Thanks roger I really appreciate that Best wishes mark

Good helpful review, thanks. 😊

10/10 for a first bike and keep it forever

Excellent review Mark , well done many thanks

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Dean 😁 best wishes mark

Been waiting for this one Mark! Great review Mate! Thanks.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Brett glad you enjoyed it 😄

All thumpers have a buzz at some point in the rev range. I have a Speed 400 on order. It's 3,500 pounds in my country. India has the lowest price. You are one of the few motorcycle bloggers whose opinions about motorcycles that I listen to. Thank you.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

many thanks I really appreciate that :)

@Cartsp70

5 ай бұрын

40 bhp ? wtf 😳 that’s useless

@georgealty

5 ай бұрын

Don't be ridiculous. 40hp at the right weight is spot on. It's a 400cc Single, what do you expect?

@sassythesasquatch4425

5 ай бұрын

@@Cartsp70 my yahama 125 is fast and it aint useless. 40bhp 400cc is amazing and i paid similar price to this for my 125. Not useless at all

I really enjoyed your presentation, lovely thank you. I've ordered mine.

@markpulling12

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Best wishes Mark

Really lovely triumph speed 400 brilliant review mark safe riding thanks😊

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Andy my pleasure 😁 Best wishes mark

Great review thankyou. I've seen a lot of reviews on this bike, and all of them really positive. I live in Thailand and it starts at 157,900 Thai Baht, which is 3,500 GBP. I'll try one out this weekend when I'm in BKK. Very tempted just from this review :)

@markpulling12

4 ай бұрын

Many thanks Darren 🙂

thank you for the great review

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

My pleasure! great bike ....rides superbly best wishes mark

Nice! I was waiting for this one. Lovely new Triumph.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Daniel glad you liked it 😀

Great review Mark, I had the opportunity to sit on one earlier today.....as you say well put together....perhaps when I get older and want something lighter.....until then I'll hang on to my tiger 900gtpro 👍

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Stuart ....yes great that triumph are now selling these cheaper smaller bikes Best wishes mark

Good review Mark.. I’m going to wait for them to put this engine into a twin shock ‘modern classic’ frame with a bench seat and RWU forks before I part with my money though. Your RE may be lower powered but it looks 100x nicer.

Looks werry god and the sound is marvelous..want one..but maybe the scramble

Very good Mark, I think that the triumph 400 is going to sell extremely well.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

The dealer told me they have sold 32 already !! best wishes mark

I think Triumph have built a real winner , a good looking bike with enough power for everyday riding

Excellent review, thank you.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Richard glad it was helpful Best wishes mark

A fantastic review i think it will sell well

RPM has to be analog and speed in digital. then the bike is perfect. What a great review on this bike 👍

@kevindarkstar

5 ай бұрын

Yeah I'd tend to agree

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks William yes I agree the dash did confuse me at first with that little rev counter ...needs to be the other way round ideally Cheers mark

@stevetaylor8698

5 ай бұрын

My preference would be analogue clock (for telling the time) and a digital speedometer. No one really needs a rev counter other than for interest.@@kevindarkstar

@tomellis4750

5 ай бұрын

Touring abroad with a digital speedo is a pain, I had to calculate the speed limits all the time. No problem if you could switch to kph, or had a better memory than my old one.

@kevindarkstar

5 ай бұрын

@@tomellis4750 tbh I don't know of many modern bikes which have digital speedo that can't be generally switched between kph/mph easily 👍🏻

Gonna sell hundreds of both bikes...Nice one Mark...Cheaper than some 125's 🙂

Hi Mark, i tested the Speed 400 from Destination Christchurch earlier this afternoon. I have to say, i have not had so much fun on a bike since my Suzuki TS125M in the mid 70s, it was fabulous. Very light and agile, amazing handling, and a very strong torquey motor. I found pottering through Christchurch at 30 mph in 5th gear very controlled, and easy to just twist the throttle back and go with no juddering or lurching, it was superb. I tested the Scrambler 400X last week, and although pretty much the same bike, it felt far less agile with its 19" front wheel, but very stable to ride. My only critisism is they should have put span adjustable levers on it, otherwise it`s the perfect bike for about town, or even around the lanes of Dorset where i live. I ordered a Speed 400 in December, and won`t be getting it til June, it will be my retirement present to myself. Great write up Mark, and i agree with your comments, thanks for posting it.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Hi Neil sounds great...I'm hoping to try the scrambler from Christchurch next week at some point and I guess that would be the case with the bigger front wheel on the scrambler Really enjoyed the speed 400 I will definitely get one at some point Best wishes mark

@neillambton4065

5 ай бұрын

Hi Mark, i see you`re in Poole, i was just wondering why you went to the Southampton DT shop, rather than Christchurch in the 1st place?. The Scrambler at DT Christchurch is a green one, i think i`ve only ever seen them in green. I`m not far from you in West Moors.@@markpulling12

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

@@neillambton4065 hi Neil long story very short ... destination Dorset didn't want vloggers KZreadrs like me a year or so ago ...media reasons ???? But now I've called up and I'm good to go with Dorset triumph...so scrambler hopefully next week in Christchurch weather dependent:)

@neillambton4065

5 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 what day are you taking it out, if I'm out and about, i'l keep an eye out for you.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

@@neillambton4065 hi Neil not sure yet as the weather looks a bit grey for filming...I'll let you know in a day or so :)

also been waiting for you to review this and then hopefully the scrambler, it is a good looking machine and they have priced them really well, suspect we will see a fair few of them on the roads

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Hi Andy thanks yes the scrambler will be very soon weather permitting Cheers mark

Mark, I always enjoy your enthusiasm when a really good kit comes along at a great value. This one outshines the Royal Enfield 450 Himalayan. Thanks, Gord

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Many thanks Gord...this is a great little machine... triumph have made a winner here Best wishes mark

@gorrdd

5 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 Everyone likes this bike and there are virtually no negatives. I kind expect that out of Triumph... but this one is made in India. I didn't think India could produce this level of quality. At the same time, the design of this bike hits the sweet spot on virtually every single point. It's really remarkable. And that the India production has pulled this off in it's implementation and fabrication, for the price, is quite amazing... actually unbelievable. I agree that these two bikes, the 400 Scrambler and Speed 400, are Triumph's most important bikes ever made. Experienced riders are coming to realize that the lower powered offerings are offering a different kind of enjoyment. The feeling of being more connected to the bike adds a whole level of enjoyment that is missing on more powerful bikes. Some bikes feel so powerful that you get a kind of disconnect when pushing it to it's performance potential. The thrill is definitely there but at the cost of feeling disconnected, through the intimidation factor. The more powerful the bike, the more you begin to feel like a flea riding a big fast beast. That creates a kind of cautious intimidating respect that really needs to be there, because of the awesome power underneath you. Once you begin to get away from that kind of overwhelming experience into a smaller lighter machine, the enjoyment of being far more connected, confident, and relaxed... sets in. Cheers, Gord

@gorrdd

5 ай бұрын

Mark, Having viewed a few more reviews, especially those out of India, I have come to the realization that I can't compare the Speed 400 or the Scrambler 400 with the Himalayan 452. They all have a few very close similarities but they are all very different in terms of application. For instance, the new 452 Himalayan is built mostly for hard core offroad abuse with highway speed capability. The Scrambler 400 is more of a soft-road than a heavy duty off-road vehicle. And the Speed 400 is clearly an on-road commuter cruiser. They all do very well within their intended application and marginally well in alternate applications. Consequently, they can't really be compared except for their intended applications. And once you do that, you can really see and appreciate the differences. To say the Speed 400 outshines the 452 Himalayan really isn't true. Now the fit and finish of the Speed 400 outshines the 452, but that is all.😊 Gord

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

@@gorrdd definitely Gord the speed 400 and scrambler 400 are in a totally different class to the new Himalayan...I should be reviewing the new Himalayan in mid march Best wishes

@gorrdd

5 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12Mark, I guess the Scrambler 400 is more of a higher speed Baja type application. But not really heavy duty Baja, which requires allot more power like a Tenere 700 for plowing over deep sand at speed. I have watched those Aussies do that down under and it is amazing to see how they can balance on the sand at speed. Which is the secret. You have to be really moving on the sand in order to ride it without plowing and losing the control. You need great balance and reflexes just to get up to speed and then relax and hold it on balance. It takes a great deal of nerve and self control to not hurt yourself doing this. I highly doubt the Scrambler 400 has the power to do that... is my point. Which means it really isn't that much of a Baja machine. As some Indians have speculated... "So, what is a Scrambler?"🤔😉 Gord

Another good review Mark. Especially about the suspension. I still would want to wait a year and see what the owners think. But that’s just me.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Many thanks 👍

Great review!

Hi Mark, you loved this bike but decided to buy a hunter, your reason to do so is of interest to me as I can't get a test ride on the Triump, thanks from New Zealand

@markpulling12

22 күн бұрын

Hi John this bike wasn't out when I bought my hunter 😞 Otherwise I would have bought the triumph...it's much better 😁 in every aspect Best wishes

Test rode speed and scrambler, amazing bikes ordered speed and collect next week 🙂

This bike wasn't really high on my list this year but I had the opportunity to test ride one a few days ago so I said why not. I was surprised in several ways. Firstly, I wasn't expecting much in terms of fit and finish from a motorcycle that cheap but it looks at least as good or even better than my Rebel 500 which is a bit more expensive. Also the engine despite being a 400 cc thumper doesn't produce much vibrations, not much unpleasant ones at least. It makes enough noise to be enjoyable and it sounds good. Suspensions are decent although I could have used some more compression damping at the front and more rebound at the rear but that's nitpicking at this price point. It doesn't seem like corners were cut at first glance and the feeling I got was that it's a well balanced machine. I'm really liking what the market has to offer these days and I'm a sucker for small motorcycle like these. I still have to cross a few test ride off my list before making a decision on what to buy this year but this one is a strong contender.

A great review as always Mark. I think this bike is going to take a lot of sales away from RE and it will be interesting to see what they can do with their 450 and 650 platforms in response. I believe that this is outselling everything in India at the moment and for me personally, being a big RE fan, this has put the cat amongst the pigeons for me! When the time comes later this year, I feel the Scrambler 400x will be the one for me.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Yes Wayne talk about spanner in the works for RE and I'm a big fan ...I think you'll always get the dedicated RE buyers but this is definitely going to sell Very well Best wishes mark

@waynejroberts

5 ай бұрын

Looking forward to your full ride reviews of both the new 450 Himalayan and the T400x Scrambler.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

@@waynejroberts thanks yes me too :)

Hi mark, great review as per usual. Here’s a thought. Most people are saying this bike will dent REs sales, which I agree it will. However, I think bonneville sales may take a hit too. This bike is ideal for someone who wants more retro looks with a lighter weight and half the price! Isn’t it great we finally have some nice looking small capacity bikes to choose from?

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Matt yes what with the new Himalayan 2024 is looking good 👍 And nice that triumph now sells these brilliant cheaper smaller bikes Best wishes mark

The price is right. I think that this is a new start for Triumph at least in this lower cc range bikes. A great looking machine. :)

Thanks Mark. This may just be my last bike that takes me into older age!❤ But why no center stand? Chain lube and maintenance is not easy without one!

@tonymiddlehurst8438

3 ай бұрын

I'm guessing Triumph will do one as an accessory as per other models, but if they are any guide it will be about £250.

Huh, you're virtually my exact size and weight. Subscribed

@markpulling12

4 ай бұрын

Great thanks for the sub Daniel Cheers mark

Thank you Mark for another excellant review of a Triumph motorcycle. My only concern would be the high RPM and vibrations at highway speeds. Here in the states I travel some highways where the speed linit is 70 mph. I usually stay at 65mph and if someone wants to pass that's fine with me. Thanks again. Ride safe and enjoy every journey.

@markpulling12

3 ай бұрын

Thanks gene ...it cruises happily at 70 mph with a fair bit left and vibration is totally fine Best wishes mark

@genegoodwin8925

3 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 Now I ask myslef should I spent $12,000 on a speed twin 900 or save big money and buy a speed 400? For the money I don;t think I could ask for any more than the Speed 400 offers. decisions decsions decisions.

@genegoodwin8925

3 ай бұрын

Mark, I hope to talk my wife into traveling 100 miles this Saturday to Columbus, Ohio where my nearest Triumph dealer is located. They just got a Speed 400 in stock and I want to check it out. I thought about the Speed Twin 900, but why spemd the extra money when the Speed 400 will do everything I want. I also thought about the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and the Super Meteor 650 but for the money I don't think I can beat the Triumph Speed 400. Thank you for ALL your videos they have helped me make up my mind. I am pretty sure I am going for the Speed 400. The one the dealership has in stock is red, but I might hold out for the black and gray model. Thanks again.

@markpulling12

3 ай бұрын

@@genegoodwin8925 great gene let me know how it goes:)

Excellent motorbike, too small for me though, (I'm1.83 m tall) waiting for 400 x review - checked it - looks also great.

would love a review of an Indian Scout Bobber!

G'day Mark, pity this bike wasn't built in England, it's a good no frills motorcycle and it will find a market with those that love the historical brand name and what it represents for so many Bikers, hope it's more reliable than it's bigger counterparts, cheers mate ride safe, Neil 🤠.

@kevindarkstar

5 ай бұрын

If it was built in UK it's cost would be £8500 at least 😏

Nice review Mark.

Front brake wires look a bit of a mess and not tidy strapped. Nice one Mark

@nomadUCL

Ай бұрын

Yeah you should definitely zip-tie them or something..

I have a caspian blue on order 😊

Was very excited about a Royal Enfield purchase then Triumph did this. Cerulean Blue thank you and I’d like to see the scrambler seat on it for ha ha’s

The Speed is super user friendly, similar height/leg to yourself Mark, tried the scrambler yesterday at my local dealership-looked lovely, but tip toes only and the side stand was a tad fiddly to locate, so not for me.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Yes the speed is nice and low ...with an easy side stand 😄

It seems like a genuinely good bike. As with any new vehicle, I'd wait a year to give Triumph a chance to iron out any bugs or quality glitches.

Great video as always - it’s a good job it’s only seen from an oblique view but like other bikes today, for example the BSA Goldstar, the huge radiator looks horrible ! And if it really needs a radiator guard why isn’t one fitted as standard ? 🇬🇧

@kevindarkstar

5 ай бұрын

To keep cost down 🤷🏻‍♂️

I don't think I heard som many effusive comments about this bike from various reviewers and after taking a test ride I've one on order, it's the perfect bike for me.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Great choice 😀

@graemetaylor629

5 ай бұрын

how long is the waiting list

@Vegplot

5 ай бұрын

@@graemetaylor629 It seems to be 3 months at the moment but talk to your local dealer.

Royal Enfield and now Triumph spot on at last machines for bikers who ain't into getting quickly to traffic lights.

Hi mark ,probably the most gushing review you’ve ever done , it almost sounds like love at first ride , I totally agree for the money it’s Japanese 125 money ! It’s a perfect bike for most , not to expensive to run or service and ideal as a second bike for others , it’s a winner ,great review as ever , 🏍🏍👍👍

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Jim ...yes I really like bikes like these and within the first mile I was sold Best wishes mark

@marksimpson5218

5 ай бұрын

The price will never stay that low for long. Get in quick.

@kenj.8897

5 ай бұрын

​@@marksimpson5218can't always blame the manufacturers for Prices rising . All the governments are spending money like drunken sailors . inflation

It’s a pity it doesn’t come with a centre stand. Also a better front mudguard to keep the debris on our roads from radiator damage. Other than that it looks a great bike. A good review from Mark as usual.

@racheltaylor6578

5 ай бұрын

You can get a fender extension from Triumph.

@TheWoodfell

5 ай бұрын

@@racheltaylor6578 is it too short like the pyramid ones?

Thank you Mark for the review. Sounds like a super little bike and good value, too. Would consider buying one but I already own a classic single - a Yamaha SRX 600 with electric start, deltabox frame, Brembo brakes, a real keeper. Do you now regret buying the Enfield Hunter (a bit?) and will you be trading in for the new Trumpet single?

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Hi Nigel oh no the hunter is fantastic...but definitely think about getting the triumph in the future Cheers mark

Thanks for the review Mark. I'm 70yo, only been riding for 2yrs on a CB125. Now looking for something a bit bigger that not too heavy. Been thinking about a Benelli 500 but after watching your review I'm gunna check out a Triumph Speed. Have you done a review on the Benelli? How do they compare ? Also I wonder what the respective service is like for these manufacturers.

@markpulling12

4 ай бұрын

Hi Christopher the benelli 500 is quite heavy but not too bad ....I'd recommend the triumph 400 for you it's very manageable Best wishes mark

I was hoping you would take it on a dual carriageway as the vibrations at high speeds are reported to be quite nasty, so anyone looking to do a bit of touring it would be a serious consideration. I would of valued your input on this, because you can’t always get a test ride in some countries. Good video as always.

@markpulling12

24 күн бұрын

Hi Duncan I did get the revs up to 6/7 k rpm so that would be equivalent of 70 ish mph on the dual carriageway....it does vibe a bit but on the whole it's very smooth for a single cylinder.... impressive Cheers mark

Was planning to get a 900 this year to go with my current commuter Scram 411. Considering if I need this instead?

Brilliant review

@markpulling12

4 ай бұрын

Many thanks I appreciate that 😊 Best wishes mark

The high and low beam are integrated in flasher, The switch is to switch to drl only mode.

The routing of the left switchgear harness and the brake master cylinder brake line would do my head in. Just watched another review of the speed and the routing is totally different! Build quality?

My 5’8”, 29” inseam is going to fit like a glove

I rode both today. Both a great. Being 64 and riding more on bad roads, I preferred the scrambler. This may better suit shorter people who don't mind their legs bent a bit more and ride on better road surfaces though as the handling on the speed is definitely a little better. Not massive differences between the two but enough to prefer one over the other.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback should be riding the scrambler myself soon I guess it's slower to turn in due to its 19" front wheel Cheers mark

@stonkerontheroad9609

5 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 It's taller, you're sit a lot higher so it's further to travel and doesn't feel as 'on rails' It's still good though and the more comfortable riding position and being less upset by poor road surfaces for me is a good compromise on the crappy Kent roads. The speed sticks better to a good surface and handles more precisely but is upset easier by poor surfaces. For me the scrambler is better for the roads I ride on. It will be interesting to see if you agree

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

@@stonkerontheroad9609 thanks yes I saw it yesterday I think it looks better actually and yes saw that it's taller cheers mark

@stonkerontheroad9609

5 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 BTW, I also found that on the Scrambler, the foot pegs being further forward got in the way a bit when peddling the bike around in a carpark or something. The speeds being further back was better in this regard.

Hi Mark, seems very like the Honda cb300r, I know you were similarly impressed with that bike, what do you think now? Nice review as always.❤

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Hi yes I really enjoyed the cb300r more of a modern feel ..small and light but I'd take the triumph for it's comfort and brilliant suspension Cheers mark

Brilliant review,Mark what a cracking bike, how does it compare to your Hunter 350 ? Cheers Ian

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Hi Ian it's night and day difference really... everything is better ... handling braking performance lighter build quality....the hunter is very good but the speed 400 is a big step up Best wishes mark

Great little bike but I do not like the tank paintwork/design at all. Great review as usual, Mark.

Hey Mark fantastic review as always, as I am considering a few bikes somewhat based on your reviews, can I ask a bit of a cheeky question though.....would you swap the Speed 400 for your beloved RE 350 Hunter?

@markpulling12

Ай бұрын

Hi sadly don't have the hunter anymore.... nothing wrong with it brilliant bike but that's just what I do buy/sell all the time But yes apart from the character and thump sound...I'd definitely go for the triumph...much more power ... better suspension brakes etc etc...its a big step up ...the cfmoto 450nk I've just tried is even better lol. Best wishes mark

Another great video mark ,, are you going to px your hunter for a speed 400

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Not at the moment mark....but the speed 400 is definitely a better bike in terms of handling and performance Best wishes

Interesting little bike. I think the speedometer should have been digital and the tacho analogue. 👍

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Haha that's exactly what I thought...it confused me for a few seconds when I started riding it 🤣 Cheers mark

These are lovely looking bikes and will go very well with 40hp although I’d rather the large analogue speedo was a tachometer with a digital speedo IMO Triumph have this the wrong way round. 👍 thanks Mark.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Thanks yes I thought exactly the same 😁

@sidwilson9556

2 ай бұрын

Yes I think so too.

Good review. Come on with the scrambler please.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Will do 😃

Great review. I would love to watch a comparison from you between the Hunter 350 and Speed 400.

@markpulling12

5 ай бұрын

Yes definitely but the outcome is a clear winner I'm afraid the speed 400 wins in every aspect....braking handling... performance..build quality etc Best wishes mark

@miked1254

5 ай бұрын

@@markpulling12 I was really hoping you wouldn’t say that because now I am getting the bug again. I was just at my local Triumph/RE dealer yesterday seeing when they are expecting them to land in the states. 😆

@kenmetalsmith8638

5 ай бұрын

Also seems like it would be a competitor to the BSA Goldstar.

@mattdog1982

5 ай бұрын

@@kenmetalsmith8638I’d say more so Ken. The hunter is more of an entry level bike. Cheaper too. The gold star however…….

@melfzs

5 ай бұрын

​@@markpulling12 can't totally agree there Mark, I took one out today for a demo ride, The Triumph is very comfortable, and a nice looking bike, I went to the dealers on my Classic 350 ,and after riding the first couple of miles on the Triumph I found it a very buzzy rev hungry engine , sure on paper it has twice the power and torque, but you had to use the revs to achieve it, the first two gears are very low and even in sixth I was subconsciously going for another gear ! I noticed in most reviews on this bike that the riders don't stay at its claimed higher speeds for very long? Due to the fact it feels like its buzzing its head off! At 60/65 mph the Enfield feels far more relaxed and smoother, even though it's not got much more speed above that. The finish on the Triumph is very nice, but there's nothing wrong with the finish on the Enfield's, you said yourself how the quality has improved vastly on the new models? The Triumphs are selling really well, and are an attractive bike, but I'm wondering how many owners will tire of having to put up with those high revs to maintain that extra ten or so mph if that's what they're after? I know you own a Hunter , but any one like the guy in the comments deciding between the Hunter or Speed 400 should really try both for themselves .

A GOOD REVIEW.