A few months ago, Triumph Motorcycles Philippines, under the distributorship of the Autohub Group, has launched the all-new Scrambler 400 XC - a more hardcore version of the Scrambler 400 X. 

And, with a relatively accessible price of P404,000, the market, and by extension, would-be buyers who are looking for a rugged but agile two-wheeler that can handle the climes of the Philippines, have received another option to gravitate towards. 

But what models is the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC competing against, and what are they offering? We’ll list some of them down, but first, let’s check out the specs and features of the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC. 

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Triumph Scrambler 400 XC

For its powertrain, the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC uses a 398-cubic-centimeter (cc), single-cylinder, double-overhead cam (DOHC) engine linked to a wet, multi-plate clutch and a six-speed gearbox. The said clutch also has a slip-and-assist feature. 

At maximum, the aforementioned powertrain can generate up to 39.4 horsepower (hp) and 37.5 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. 

Regarding its frame, it uses a tubular-steel hybrid spine fitted with a bolt-on subframe. Ride quality and handling, meanwhile, are provided by a front inverted big piston fork with 43 millimeters (mm) of travel, and a twin-sided, cast-aluminum swingarm unit paired with a gas monoshock with an external reservoir. 

For stopping power, the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC uses a 320 mm front and 230 mm rear disc brake. These are combined with Brembo single-piston calipers and an anti-lock braking system equipped with a dedicated mode of off-roading. 

Size-wise, the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC is 2,117 mm long, 901 mm in height, and 1,169 mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 1,418 mm, a seat height of 835 mm, and a ground clearance of 200 mm. Notably, the model also has a fuel capacity of 13 liters and a wet weight of 186 kilograms. 

Added protection for the Scambler 400 XC is afforded by an aluminum sump guard and a front mudguard. Its neo-retro look is completed by a pair of spoked tubeless wheels measuring 19x2.5 inches. 

Other noteworthy equipment available on the off-road Triumph model includes adjustable levers and foot controls, an analog speedometer, a USB Type C charging port, an engine immobilizer, LED lighting fixtures, a two-piece rider and pillion seat, and a multi-function LCD display. 

Model	Triumph Scrambler 400 XC
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	2,117 x 901 x 1,169
Ground clearance (mm)	200
Seat height (mm)	835
Wheel size	19x2.5 inches
Weight	186 kg (wet weight)
Fuel tank capacity (liters)	13
Front suspension	Inverted big piston fork
Rear suspension	Twin-sided, cast-aluminum swingarm unit with monoshock
Brakes	Front and rear discs with Brembo calipers
Engine	398 cc, single-cylinder, DOHC
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
Horsepower	39.4
Torque	37.5 Nm
Starting system	Electronic start
Transmission type	Six-speed gearbox and wet, multi-plate clutch with slip and assist
Ignition system	Fully transistorized, electronic ignition
Meter panel	LCD with analog gauge

Royal Enfield Scram 411

One big rival of the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC is the Royal Enfield Scram 411. The aforementioned is also a scrambler-type ride, sold at a starting price of P299,000.

To note, the Scram 411 is priced much more affordably than its Triumph rival, but it is also within the 400-cc middleweight range. Specifically, it uses a 411-cc, single-cylinder, single-overhead cam (SOHC) engine equipped with a liquid cooling system, an electronic ignition system, and a five-speed constant-mesh transmission with a wet, multi-plate clutch. 

At most, this model can deliver 24.3 hp and 32 Nm of torque. 

For its frame, the Scram 411 uses a half-duplex split cradle equipped with a 41 mm front telescopic fork and a rear monoshock suspension with linkage. Its brakes, meanwhile, consist of 300 mm front and 240 mm rear discs with a two-piston and single-piston caliper setup, respectively. And yes, the model also has dual-channel anti-lock braking. 

Size-wise, the model is 2,160 mm long, 840 mm wide, and 1,165 mm in height. It also has a wheelbase spanning 1,455 mm, a ground clearance of 200 mm, and a seat height of 795 mm. In total, the Royal Enfield Scram 411’s tank can hold up to 15 liters. It also has a dry weight of 185 kg. 

Other notable equipment of the Royal Enfield Scram 411 includes 19-inch front wheels, 17-inch rear wheels, a single-piece scrambler seat, an analog speedometer with digital display, and halogen front and rear lighting fixtures. 

Model	Royal Enfield Scram 411
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	2,160 x 840 x 1,165
Ground clearance (mm)	200
Seat height (mm)	795
Wheel size	19-inch front, 17-inch rear
Weight	185 kg (dry weight)
Fuel tank capacity (liters)	15 liters
Front suspension	Telescopic front fork (41 mm)
Rear suspension	Monoshock with linkage
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Engine	411 cc, single cylinder, SOHC
Cooling	Air cooled
Horsepower	24.3
Torque	32 Nm
Starting system	Electronic start
Transmission type	Five-speed gearbox with wet multi-plate clutch
Ignition system	Fully transistorized, electronic ignition
Meter panel	Analog gauge with multi-function display

KTM 390 Adventure 

The KTM 390 Adventure is not a scrambler, but its starting price of P338,000 already places it within striking range of the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC. There’s also the fact that it is an off-road-capable ride, just like its Triumph rival.

Powering the 390 Adventure is a 373-cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled mill that dishes out 44 hp and 39 Nm of torque. The said engine goes together with a six-speed gearbox and a wet multi-disc, anti-hopping clutch. 

Supporting the KTM 390 Adventure is a power-coated, steel trellis frame with an aluminum rear subframe. Its suspension components, meanwhile, consist of a 43 mm inverted front fork and a rear emulsion rear shock with adjustable preloading. Both come from WP Apex, a motorcycle suspension manufacturer from Austria. 

For stopping power, the 390 Adventure relies on front and rear disc brakes, with four-piston calipers up front and a single-piston caliper at the rear. 

Size-wise, the KTM 390 Adventure is 2,238 mm long, 821 mm wide, and 1,490 mm in height. It also has a wheelbase of 1,464 mm, a ground clearance of 232 mm, and a seat height of 825 mm. Additionally, the KTM-made off-road motorcycle comes with a 14-liter fuel tank and a dry weight of 165 kg. 

Other features of the KTM 390 Adventure include anti-lock braking, 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels, a two-part seat, a windshield, LED lighting, and a TFT display. 

Model	KTM 390 Adventure
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	2,238 x 821 x 1,490
Ground clearance (mm)	232
Seat height (mm)	825
Wheel size	19-inch front, 17-inch rear
Weight	165 kg (dry weight)
Fuel tank capacity (liters)	14 liters
Front suspension	Telescopic inverted front fork (43 mm)
Rear suspension	Emulsion rear shock with adjustable preloads
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Engine	373-cc single-cylinder
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
Horsepower	44
Torque	39 Nm
Starting system	Electronic start
Transmission type	Six-speed gearbox with wet multi-plate clutch
Ignition system	Fully transistorized, electronic ignition
Meter panel	TFT gauge cluster

Honda CL500

Another off-road-capable ride that might be a good alternative to the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC is the Honda CL500. Sure, it has a larger engine and is more of a “soft-roader”, but its starting price of P409,000 places this Honda-made scrambler within range of the Triumph model. 

For its engine, the Honda CL500 uses a liquid-cooled, two-cylinder, DOHC 471-cc engine linked to a six-speed gearbox and a multi-plate wet clutch. At maximum, the said powertrain can put out 45 hp and 43.4 Nm of torque. 

Holding the bike together is a diamond steel tubular frame. It also has a telescopic 41 mm front fork, a twin-shock 45 mm round pipe rear swingarm with adjustable pre-loads, as well as a front and rear disc brake setup with single calipers for the front and rear. 

Size-wise, the Honda CL500 measures 2,174 mm long, 831 mm wide, and 1,134 mm high. It lao has a seat height of 790 mm, a ground clearance of 155 mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 12.2 liters. 

Key amenities available to the CL500 include a full LED lighting system, an LCD meter panel display, dual-channel anti-lock braking, and the Honda Ignition Security System. The aforementioned includes an electronic engine immobilizer.

Model	Honda CL500
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	2,174 x 831 x 1,134
Ground clearance (mm)	155
Seat height (mm)	790
Wheel size	19-inch front, 17-inch rear
Weight	193 kg (curb weight)
Fuel tank capacity (liters)	12.2
Front suspension	Telescopic front fork (41 mm)
Rear suspension	Twin-shock 45 mm round pipe swingarm with adjustable pre-load
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Engine	471 cc, two-cylinder, DOHC
Cooling	Liquid-cooled
Horsepower	45
Torque	43.4 Nm
Starting system	Electronic start
Transmission type	Six-speed gearbox with wet multi-plate clutch
Ignition system	Fully transistorized, electronic ignition
Meter panel	LCD gauge cluster

Final thoughts

Overall, the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC stands in a good position against its rivals. Considering its asking price, it has a competitive amount of power and torque. Plus, it is one of the more off-road-capable amongst the models we’ve featured on this list. 

There’s also the fact that the Scramber 400 XC is one of the more affordable “old-school-style” off-road bikes in the market right now. It shares this accolade with the Honda CL500, but most scrambler-type options right now fall into a higher market segment and thus command higher price tags. 

On this note, those looking to get into big bikes could consider the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC as a good, relatively beginner-friendly entry point. It also helps that it has an attractive classic style, which, of course, is a huge confidence booster for those just beginning to dip their toes into the world of 400 cc and above motorcycles. 

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