Triumph Speed 400 vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 3,640 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Speed 400, priced at Rs. 2.34 Lakh. On the performance front, the Speed 400 uses a 349cc engine producing 37 PS @ 8500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Speed 400 and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Speed 400 stands out for performance.

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Speed 400 vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Triumph Speed 400Yamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.34 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Engine 349 cc204 cc
Max power 37 PS @ 8500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 179 Kg149 Kg

Speed 400 vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Triumph Speed 400 STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
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Brand Name Triumph Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.34 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4 Valve, DOHC, Single-cylinder Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 37 PS @ 8500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Triumph Speed 400 Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 6,411 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,627 Speed 400 Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
147 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4 Valve, DOHC, Single-cylinder
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
349 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
37 PS @ 8500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
32 Nm @ 7000 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
89 mm
66 mm
Stroke
56.1 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.1 : 1
Not Available

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

0-100 Kmph (sec)
8.1s
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
223
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
30-35 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm Upside Down Big Piston Forks. Wheel Travel - 130 mm
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Gas Monoshock RSU With External Reservoir And Pre-load Adjustment. Wheel Travel - 120 mm
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-110/80-17, Rear :-150/70-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
803 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1386 mm
1340 mm
Length
Not Available
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
164 mm
170 mm
Height
1096 mm
1140 mm
Width
829 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
13 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
179 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Hybrid Spine And Perimeter, Tubular Steel, Bolt-on Rear Subframe
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
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
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
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
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
16000 / 1 Year
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Triumph Speed 400
  • Premium fit and finish with strong road presence
  • Comfortable ergonomics for daily and weekend rides
  • Gets dual channel ABS and switchable traction control
Triumph Speed 400
  • Misses out on smartphone connectivity
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Which bike is best between Triumph Speed 400 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Triumph Speed 400 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Triumph Speed 400 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Triumph Speed 400 by ₹3,640.
Which bike offers better performance Triumph Speed 400 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the STD version, 349 cc Petrol engine of Speed 400 produces 37 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 32 Nm @ 7000 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
As per the users experiences the Triumph Speed 400 has better performance.

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