Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: October 8, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 24,499 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Bonneville T40, priced at Rs. 2.55 Lakh. On the performance front, the Bonneville T40 uses a 350cc engine producing 29 PS @ 7000 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Bonneville T40 and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Bonneville T40 stands out for performance.

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Bonneville T40 vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Bonneville T40Yamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.55 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Engine 350 cc204 cc
Max power 29 PS @ 7000 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 195 Kg149 Kg

Bonneville T40 vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Bonneville T40 T4Yamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
1 review
2 reviews
Brand Name Triumph Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.55 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 29 PS @ 7000 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Bonneville T40 Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,982 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,978 Bonneville T40 Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
350 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 speed
6 Speed
Max Power
29 PS @ 7000 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
89.0 mm
66 mm
Stroke
56.1 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Anti-lock Braking System
Anti-lock Braking System

Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
130 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
43mm forks. 130mm wheel travel
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock with pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70 R17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
790 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
2120*818*1081 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1418 mm
1340 mm
Length
2120 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
170 mm
Height
1081 mm
1140 mm
Width
818 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
195 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
255 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
Coloured TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Road,Rain,Eco,Custom1,Custom2
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Navigation Type
Full Maps Navigation
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Yes
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Yes
Body
Metal
Fibre
Cornering Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Cornering ABS
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Bonneville T40
  • Most powerful in segment at 29 PS
  • Cruise control, cornering ABS and traction control
  • 4-inch TFT with navigation
  • Liquid cooled engine
  • Low 790 mm seat height
  • Full LED lighting
Triumph Bonneville T40
  • Expensive compared to rivals
  • Heavy at 195 kg
  • Tube tyres
  • Smaller service network
  • Lacks twin-cylinder character
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Triumph Bonneville T40 Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Triumph Bonneville T40 by ₹24,499.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the T4 version, 350 cc Petrol engine of Bonneville T40 produces 29 PS @ 7000 rpm of power and 31.2 Nm @ 5500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque

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