BMW S 1000 R versus Triumph Speed 400
BMW S 1000 R
Naked
Triumph Speed 400
Naked
Year of construction / RRP / Test report
Built von 2014 bis 2024~
Built von 2024 bis 2024~
RRP 16.000 €
RRP 5.595 €
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Competitors
Pros:
- Full of performance ...
- .. but still easy to control
- high-quality workmanship
- cool sound
Pros:
- Classic, tidy and high-quality look
- Engine with good manners
- easy-to-drive A2 machine
- Switchable traction control
- simple but well-made roadster
Cons:
- Pillion operation only for emergencies
- Sitting position for some people probably too sporty
Cons:
- Footpegs close together
- Pillion operation so so-so
Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase: 1.450 mm
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Length : 2.090 mm Height : 1.115 mm
Seat : 814 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 199 (max: 407 ) kg
Wheelbase: 1.377 mm
Length : 2.085 mm Height : 1.084 mm
Seat : 790 mm
Weight : 170 kg
Length : 2.085 mm Height : 1.084 mm
Seat : 790 mm
Weight : 170 kg
Engine
Motor design: In-line four-cylinder 4-stroke 4 Cylinder
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 999 ccm
Hub: 50 mm
Hole: 80 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Motor design: Liquid-cooled single-cylinder DOHC engine with 4 valves 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 398 ccm
Hub: 64 mm
Hole: 89 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Displacement: 398 ccm
Hub: 64 mm
Hole: 89 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6
Performance
Maximum speed: 261 km/h
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Performance: 165 HP at 11.000 U/Min
Torque: 114 NM bei 9.250 U/Min Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 6 l
Reach: 266 km
Maximum speed: 155 km/h
Performance: 40 HP at 8.000 U/Min
Torque: 38 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 371 km
Performance: 40 HP at 8.000 U/Min
Torque: 38 NM bei 6.500 U/Min Tank contents: 13 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 371 km
Chassis
Frame type:
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Aluminium composite bridge frame, motor supporting (aluminium) Front suspension:
Telescopic fork (travel 120 mm) Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 117 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 120/70 ZR 17
Rear tyres: 190/55 ZR 17
Frame type:
Hybrid Bridge/Perimeter Frame, Tubular Steel, Bolted Rear Subframe (Steel) Front suspension:
43 mm "Big Piston" upside-down fork (travel 140 mm) Rear suspension:
Gas-pressure central shock absorber with external reservoir and adjustable spring preload (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Light metal two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/70 R17
Rear tyres: 150/60 R17
Hybrid Bridge/Perimeter Frame, Tubular Steel, Bolted Rear Subframe (Steel) Front suspension:
43 mm "Big Piston" upside-down fork (travel 140 mm) Rear suspension:
Gas-pressure central shock absorber with external reservoir and adjustable spring preload (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Light metal two-arm swingarm Tyres at the front: 110/70 R17
Rear tyres: 150/60 R17
Brakes
Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 220 mm)
Front brake
Rigid 300 mm rotor, 4-piston fixed caliper, ABS (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Rigid 230 mm rotor, floating caliper, ABS (∅ 230 mm)
Rigid 300 mm rotor, 4-piston fixed caliper, ABS (∅ 300 mm) Rear brake
Rigid 230 mm rotor, floating caliper, ABS (∅ 230 mm)
Conclusion - what sticks
The S 1000 R is basically a double R, from which the fairing has been removed and the torque curve on country roads has been optimised. It is super sporty, which can be an disadvantage and a disadvantage at the same time. If you want to sit upright on your streetfighter, you are out of place here. If you are looking for proximity to the front wheel and asphalt, you will find it here!In any case, we had tons of driving fun and did not feel overwhelmed despite the immense performance. This is exactly why you have to compliment BMW: Not all manufacturers succeed in putting such a grenade on the wheels for (almost) everyone. To anticipate misunderstandings: Of course, this motorcycle is not a beginner's machine!
The test machine was kindly provided by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg - thank you!
Conclusion on the Triumph Speed 400
The Triumph Speed 400 is a simple but well-made A2 naked bike with plenty of style. Not only does it look good, but it also drives great. With good brakes and tyres, as well as a lively single-cylinder engine, Triumph shows the competition how to put a high-quality bike on the road. Good job!The test machine was provided to us by the Triumph flagship store Q-Bike in Hamburg . There, the Speed 400 in blue will be on display and is looking forward to test riders. By the way, this also applies to the sister model, the Triumph Scrambler 400 X, which we find at least as chic and will test soon. We are already looking forward to it!
