2026 Triumph TF 250-C and TF 450-C – First Look

Built for the Long Haul

On paper, the TF 250-C and TF 450-C look like the real deal. Both share the same core engines as their motocross siblings but tuned specifically for cross country. The 250-C Single puts out a claimed 46.6 hp at 13,250 rpm and 20.9 lb-ft of torque at 9,250 rpm. Meanwhile, the 450-C punches out a claimed 61.6 hp at 9,500 rpm and nearly 36.8 lb-ft of torque at 7,000 rpm for long climbs and wide-open straights.

Both get a five-speed gearbox with quickshifter, Brembo master cylinders squeezing Galfer discs, and a strengthened clutch with a new anodized basket is meant to take abuse for hours at a time. Controlling the rear brake pedal is also made easier thanks to the narrow engine design giving more space for the rider’s boot. Cooling and durability upgrades (magnesium covers, DLC coatings, and titanium valves) should keep the TF’s running consistently even in the harshest conditions.

Chassis and Suspension

Triumph stuck with its aluminum spine frame but tweaked it for the rigors of GNCC-style demands. The result is a package that emphasizes balance and tunability. KYB suspension, featuring the AOS coil system provides consistent damping, D.I.D. DirtStar 7000-series wheels with Triumph-designed lightweight hubs, and Dunlop Geomax AT82 tires round out the rolling stock. A translucent 2.2-gallon tank gives you the range to actually finish an event without a pit stop every 30 minutes.

Tech to Back It Up

Triumph’s brought a full electronics suite to the table that includes features like app-controlled engine management, dual engine maps, launch assist, traction control, and a quickshifter for gears 2-5. While old-school off-road purists may grumble about electronics on dirtbikes, having tools to tailor power delivery and maintain control as conditions change mid-race could easily be the difference between finishing on the box or dragging the bike back to the pits.

Pricing and Availability

Competition-only use means you won’t be plating one of these for a Sunday coffee run most places, but Triumph is serious about supporting racers. A network of dedicated off-road dealers will sell, service, and stock parts, and each of these dealers are backed by a mobile-optimized 24/7 online parts support system, allowing customers to find the parts they need and the dealer that carries them. Prices start at $9,695 USD for the TF 250-C and $10,695 USD for the TF 450-C, which puts them right in line with the other big players in this space.