2024 TRIUMPH Speed 400 vs KAWASAKI Z400
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 TRIUMPH Speed 400 79 cm Tallest seat here
- KAWASAKI Z400 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 39.5 hp (2024 TRIUMPH Speed 400) up to 45 hp (KAWASAKI Z400).
- Torque spans 37.2 Nm (KAWASAKI Z400) up to 37.5 Nm (2024 TRIUMPH Speed 400).
- Weight spans 167 kg (KAWASAKI Z400) to 170 kg (2024 TRIUMPH Speed 400).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | TRIUMPH Speed 400 | KAWASAKI Z400 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | TRIUMPH | KAWASAKI |
| Model | TRIUMPH Speed 400 | KAWASAKI Z400 |
| Engine size | 400cc | 400cc |
| Power | 39.5hp | 45hp |
| Torque | 37.5nm. | 37.2nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 170kg | 167kg |
| Front brake | 300mm fixed disc, four-piston radial Bybre caliper, ABS | 310 mm petal discs. Single balanced actuation, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | 230mm fixed disc, floating Bybre caliper, ABS | 220 mm single petal disc. Dual-piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 79cm | 78.5cm |
| Front tyre | 110/70 R17 Metzeler | 110/70R17 M/C 54H |
| Rear tyre | 150/60 R17 Metzeler | 150/60R17 M/C 66H |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 43mm upside down Big Piston forks. 140mm wheel travel | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Gas monoshock RSU with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment. 130mm wheel travel | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, gas-charged, preload adjustable |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 175km/h | 185km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 13 L – 4 L/100km | 14 L – 3.5 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $4995 | $5399 |
| Brand price lists | View TRIUMPH price list | View KAWASAKI price list |
| Extra features | -Ride-by-wire throttle with switchable traction control -Analog speedometer with integrated full-feature LCD display |
-New Slipper Clutch -Economical Riding Indicator |
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2024 TRIUMPH Speed 400 vs 2023 KAWASAKI Z400: listed specifications
The 2024 TRIUMPH Speed 400 and 2023 KAWASAKI Z400 are closely matched in weight and torque, while the Z400 has more peak power, and the higher listed top speed.
Engine displacement
Speed 400 and Z400 have very similar engine displacement (400 cc vs 400 cc).
Peak power
Z400 has a modest listed power advantage (45 hp vs 39.5 hp).
Torque
Speed 400 and Z400 have very similar listed torque (37.5 Nm vs 37.2 Nm).
Listed top speed
Z400 has a modest listed top-speed advantage (185 km/h vs 175 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
Speed 400 and Z400 have very similar listed weights (170 kg vs 167 kg). Speed 400 and Z400 have very similar seat heights (79 cm vs 78.5 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in peak power and listed top speed, while displacement, torque, weight and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of TRIUMPH Speed 400 vs KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 is listed at 185 km/h (115 mph) vs 175 km/h (109 mph) for TRIUMPH Speed 400.
Which has more horsepower, TRIUMPH Speed 400 or KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 has 45 hp compared with 40 hp on the TRIUMPH Speed 400.
Which is lighter, TRIUMPH Speed 400 or KAWASAKI Z400?
KAWASAKI Z400 is lighter at 167 kg vs 170 kg for TRIUMPH Speed 400.
Which is better, TRIUMPH Speed 400 or KAWASAKI Z400?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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