In 12 Pics: Triumph Scrambler 400 X Vs Royal Enfield Scram 411 Compared
Here’s how Triumph’s latest scrambler fares against its desi rival
Triumph recently took the wraps off what’s touted to be its most affordable duo, the Speed 400 and the Scrambler 400. The latter goes directly against the Royal Enfield Scram 411 in its segment, and here’s how they compare.
Like its name suggests, the Triumph Scrambler 400 X is a typical scrambler, complete with bits such as a braced handlebar with knuckle guards, side plates, and vertically stacked twin-exit upswept exhausts. The overall design looks very clean and elegant, with just the right amount of ruggedness. Although the Royal Enfield Scram 411 is based on the Himalayan, the manufacturer made a few design changes to give it a scrambler-style appearance, such as a headlight mounted on the triple clamp, small tank extensions, and a smaller front wheel. Overall, it looks like a spartan scrambler that isn’t afraid to tackle trails.
The Triumph Scrambler 400 X features a neo-retro full-LED headlight with sleek LED indicators and also gets a headlight grille for protection. In comparison, the Scram 411 uses a circular halogen headlight with bulb indicators.
The Triumph Scrambler 400 X has an analogue tachometer with a digital inset that shows information like range, gear position, speed, and fuel level, but it does not offer connectivity or navigation. The Scram 411, on the other hand, features semi-digital instrumentation similar to the Meteor 350 and offers optional turn-by-turn navigation via the Tripper pod.
The Triumph Scrambler is powered by a 398.15cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 40PS and 37.5Nm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and slip-and-assist clutch. The Scram 411 gets a 411cc air/oil-cooled engine producing 24.3PS and 32Nm with a 5-speed gearbox. Triumph also offers switchable traction control, which the Scram lacks.
The Triumph comes with a 13-litre fuel tank with a rounded profile, while the Scram 411 has a larger 15-litre tank with a more rugged design.
In terms of seating, the Triumph gets a split-seat setup with a taller 835mm seat height, whereas the Scram 411 offers a single-piece seat with a more accessible 795mm height.
Suspension-wise, the Triumph uses a 43mm USD fork and monoshock with 150mm travel. The Scram 411 gets a telescopic fork and monoshock with better travel (190mm front, 180mm rear), making it more off-road friendly.
For braking, the Triumph gets a 320mm front disc and 230mm rear disc with switchable ABS. The Scram 411 has a 300mm front and 240mm rear disc, but its ABS is not switchable.
Both bikes use a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel setup. However, the Scram 411 uses spoke wheels suited for rough terrain, while the Triumph uses alloy wheels with premium tubeless tyres.
Summing up, the Triumph Scrambler 400 X is expected to be priced around Rs 3.2 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Scram 411 starts at around Rs 2.06 lakh.
If you want a rugged, affordable scrambler for heavy use, the Scram 411 is a solid choice. If you prefer a modern, feature-rich and more powerful bike, the Scrambler 400 X is worth considering.
