Triumph adds to their 400cc lineup with the 2026 Scrambler 400 XC, a dirt-worthy version of their current 400 X model. The new machine’s price is $6,695, an $800 increase over the X.
Chief Commercial Officer of Triumph Motorcycles Paul Stroud said this about the new model’s world debut: “The Triumph Scrambler 400 XC has been a huge hit with customers in India and there is clear demand for this model across the rest of the world too.”
New Rolling Stock
Adventurer riders will be happy to find the XC rolls on new side-laced Excel rims. The 19-inch/17-inch front/rear aluminum hoops save weight and allow the use of tubeless tires. They carry Metzeler Karoo Street rubber, said to have, “confident grip and stable feedback across mixed terrain.”
Dirty Bits
The 400 XC’s front fender got a lift to better clear mud and give it that adventure look, while a small fly screen above the round LED headlight protects the instrument cluster. Keeping with Triumph’s emphasis on appearance as well as performance, the screen and fender are color-matched to the tank. Down below an aluminum skidpan protects the single’s soft aluminum underbelly from rocks and roots. Triumph hasn’t provided the XC’s ground clearance.
Suspension and Brakes
Per the spec sheet, the 400 XC rides on the same suspension as the X, a gas monoshock with reservoir for the rear, and 43mm inverted Big Piston fork. However, both ends have a conservative 5.9 inches of travel, which may limit any hijinks in the rough going. The stablemates also share braking setups. A 320mm disc grabs a four-piston radial caliper up front, while a single-piston ByBreTM caliper/320mm disc setup slows the rear end. ABS, including an off-road mode, is standard, as is switchable traction control.
Motation
The Scrambler 400 XC’s powerplant hasn’t changed from the X model, a 4-valve DOHC single displacing 388cc. Bosch fuel injection fills the combustion chamber, which operates at a 12:1 compression ratio. The result is a claimed 39.5 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 27.7 pound-feet of torque at 6500 rpm, making for a peppy single. Power runs through the slip/assist clutch, which provides easy shifting of the six-speed transmission. A stainless-steel, dual-layer header feeds exhaust to a handsome stainless silencer.
For the Rider
A large analogue speedo takes center stage in the cockpit, providing a welcome dash of old school amongst the accompanying tech. That being an LCD screen with a digital tach, fuel gauge, and other ride status indicators. Triumph fits a scroll button to the left handlebar to access to all the data, and a USB-C charge port for personal devices.
The 400 XC boasts a seat height just shy of 33 inches, which should be comfortable for riders that find other adventure motorcycles too tall. To enhance control, grippy foot pegs are positioned for standing, and a wide handlebar provides plenty of leverage in the rough. At a claimed 410 pounds the XC is 15 pounds heavier than the X. The tank holds 3.4 gallons of fuel, good for over 200 miles at the claimed 61.9 mpg. Service intervals are a generous 10,000 miles.
The Scrambler 400 XC is slated to be in North American dealerships in September. Look for it in Racing Yellow, Storm Grey, and Vanilla White at North American dealers in September.
Specifications
Engine type: 388cc liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 4-valve, DOHC, single-cylinder four-stroke
Engine performance (claimed): 39.5 horsepower @ 8,000 rpm; 27.7 pound-feet @ 6,500 rpm
Fuel capacity: 3.4 gallons
Transmission: 6-speed
Suspension / Front: 43mm inverted front fork; 5.9-inch travel
Suspension / Rear: Single rear shock; 5.9-inch travel
Brakes / Front: Single 320mm disc, radial-mount 4-piston calipers, ABS
Brakes / Rear: Single 230mm rear disc, single piston floating caliper, ABS
Tire / Front: 100/90-19 spoked wheel, tubeless tire
Tire / Rear: 140/80-17 spoked wheel, tubeless tire
Seat height: 32.9 inches
Ground clearance: N/A
Weight: (claimed) 410 pounds
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