2026 Triumph Scrambler 400 XC – First Look

by Dennis Chung

Published: July 8th, 2025

Arrives in September for $6,695

2026 triumph scrambler 400 xc first look

Triumph announced the global release of a new addition to its entry-level TR series lineup with the Scrambler 400 XC. Originally announced in May for the Indian market — where Triumph’s 400 models are produced by its partner, Bajaj Auto — the 2026 Triumph Scrambler 400 XC arrives in North America in September with a starting price of $6,695.

The Scrambler 400 XC follows a familiar pattern set by Triumph’s larger Scramblers in offering a more off-road capable variant to the more road-focused base model. The Scrambler 400 XC adds wire-spoked wheels, tubeless tires, a high front fender, a flyscreen and engine protection, making it a more rugged option over the 400 X.

The 400 XC uses the same 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel combination as the 400 X, but they are wire spoked wheels with Excel aluminum rims instead of cast aluminum. The side-laced construction allows the 400 XC to run tubeless Metzeler Karoo Street tires.

The suspension system is unchanged from the 400 X, with a 43mm inverted Big Piston fork and preload-adjustable remote reservoir rear shock, and 5.9 inches of travel on either end. The braking system is likewise similar, with a single four-piston radial-mount caliper and 320mm disc up front and a single piston caliper with a 230mm disc at the rear. Anti-lock brakes are standard, and like the X model, the Scrambler 400 XC can also be disabled for off-road riding.

The engine is unchanged, with the 398cc liquid-cooled DOHC Single claiming the same 39.5 hp at 8,000 rpm and 27.7 lb-ft. at 6,500 rpm as the 400 X and Speed 400. The 400 XC does offer a bit more protection, with engine bars and an aluminum sump guard.

We were already big fans of Triumph’s TR platform, enough to have the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X share Best Value Motorcycle honors in our 2024 MOBO awards. At $6,695, the 400 XC is an additional $800 over the price of the regular X model, so it’s not quite as good a bargain unless you really want the added protection and wire-spoke wheels.

The 2026 Triumph Scrambler 400 XC will be available in three color options: Racing Yellow, Storm Grey, and Vanilla White.

2026 Triumph Scrambler 400 XC Specifications
MSRP	Starting at $6,695
Engine Type	Liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4 valve, DOHC
Capacity	398cc
Bore x Stroke	89.0 mm x 64.0 mm
Compression Ratio	12:01
Horsepower	39.5 at 8,000 rpm (claimed)
Torque	27.7 lb-ft. at 6,500 rpm
Fuel System	Bosch electronic fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Exhaust	Stainless twin-skin header system with stainless steel silencer
Final Drive	X-ring chain
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate, slip & assist
Gearbox	6-speed
Frame	Hybrid spine/perimeter, tubular steel, bolt-on rear subframe
Swingarm	Twin-sided, cast aluminium alloy
Front Wheel	Spoked Tubeless, 19 x 2.5 in
Rear Wheel	Spoked Tubeless, 17 x 3.5 in
Front Tire	100/90-19
Rear Tire	140/80-17
Front Suspension	43mm upside down Big Piston forks. 5.9 inches of wheel travel
Rear Suspension	Gas monoshock RSU with external reservoir and pre-load adjustment. 5.9 inches of wheel travel
Front Brakes	Single 320mm fixed disc, four-piston radial caliper, ABS
Rear Brakes	Single 230mm fixed disc, single piston floating caliper, ABS
Instruments	Analogue speedometer with integrated multi-function LCD screen
Length	83.3 inches
Width (Handlebars)	35.5 inches
Height Without Mirrors	46.0 inches
Seat Height	32.9 inches
Wheelbase	55.8 inches
Rake/Trail	23.2°/4.3 inches
Fuel Capacity	3.4 gallons
Wet Weight	410 pounds (claimed)
Service Interval	10,000 miles / 12 months (whichever comes first)