Triumph’s 400cc platform continues to spin off interesting derivatives, and the Tracker 400 is easily the most design-led of the lot.
The bike has been launched abroad, but will unfortunately not be sold in India. But how does it compare against another roadster, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, which sits in the same segment, but one can actually purchase it? Let’s compare them with the help of images:
Starting from the front, the Triumph Tracker 400 keeps things clean and purposeful. It gets the familiar round LED headlight shared with the rest of Triumph’s 400cc lineup, but the surrounding elements make all the difference. The wide, flat handlebar gives the bike a low, aggressive stance, while the inverted front fork adds a premium touch without breaking the minimalist theme. Overall, the front end looks slim, tight and very intentional.
The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, by contrast, feels more familiar up front. It uses the round LED headlight seen on several modern Royal Enfield models, paired with fork gaiters and a more upright stance reminiscent of the Hunter 350. While the design isn’t radical, it feels robust and approachable.The triple-clamp-mounted headlight gives it a slightly modern edge, but the front end clearly plays to Royal Enfield’s established design language.
At the rear, the Triumph Tracker 400 fully commits to its flat-track identity. The long, flat single-piece seat flows neatly into a compact tail section, giving the bike a low, stretched silhouette. A seat cowl and minimal rear bodywork enhance the race-bike-from-the-factory feel. The tail light is neatly integrated, while the overall design stays true to the flat-track theme.
The Guerrilla 450’s rear section, on the other hand, borrows heavily from the Himalayan 450. The exhaust layout and tail lamp with integrated turn indicators are familiar, giving the bike a slightly ADV-inspired finish despite its roadster positioning. While the rear isn’t as minimal as the Tracker’s, it adds a sense of robustness and practicality.
The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 looks genuinely good in the flesh and definitely turns heads as it rolls past, especially thanks to its funky, youthful colour schemes. It’s the kind of motorcycle that grows on you over time and has a unique street presence that stands out in a crowd.
That said, it’s the Triumph Tracker 400 that wins us over here. The overall design feels far more cohesive and purpose-driven, looking like a factory-built custom rather than a styled roadster. If Triumph ever decides to launch it in India, the Tracker 400 could easily be one of the most unique, custom-looking motorcycles to roll out of a showroom, straight from the factory.
