Tying up with Asian bikemakers to introduce entry-level motorcycles seems to be the ongoing trend. MV Agusta did it, Harley-Davidson did it, and Triumph is on course to join the club soon. We say this because the British giant is readying a baby scrambler, built alongside India’s Bajaj Auto, which has been spied on the latter’s home turf. The new spy shots reveal some fresh details missing from the previous sighting of the entry-level Triumph naked last year.

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The Triumph 350cc Scrambler Has A Simple Yet Chic Design

The spy shots give us a good look at the scrambler’s design. A round LED headlight, an indented teardrop-like fuel tank, and a minimalistic tail all create a simple aesthetic, just like most Triumph Bonneville models. This is complemented by elements like a raised front fender, windscreen, and slender dual-barrel exhausts which boost the scrambler flavor. Another notable detail is the chrome fuel lid and turn signal nacelles on an otherwise blacked-out motorcycle. We expect the production variant to feature simple colorways, with no flashy graphics–something that’s found on the Royal Enfield Scram 411.

Also revealed here is the motorcycle’s digi-analog instrument cluster. It has a new layout–a round dial joined by a rectangular LCD–but with Triumph’s signature blue backlight, seen on other Bonnies. The digital inset will likely show fuel level, efficiency, distance to empty, and gear position, besides the usual information. Behind this setup lies a tall MX-inspired handlebar with a foam pad which, along with the mid-set pegs, creates an upright riding triangle. Interestingly, even Triumph’s flagship Scrambler 900 misses out on such a handlebar.

The 350cc Scrambler Has Modern Underpinnings

A closer look reveals the motorcycle rolls on upside-down forks and monoshock, clamped onto 19/17-inch alloy wheels. Though the forks aren’t adjustable, they look like long-travel units, which means you should have plenty of travel to hoon around. Even the ground clearance seems abundant, though the actual dimensions are still a mystery. Meanwhile, braking prowess comes via single discs at both ends, clamped by Brembo calipers.

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Sadly, not much is known about the engine. Yes, we know it’ll feature a single-cylinder, liquid-cooling, and a six-speed transmission, but there’s no word on the performance so far. We’d assume the 350-400cc mill to produce at least 30 horsepower, though. If so, this will put it right in the ballpark of the BMW G 310 GS and considerably ahead of the 24-odd horsepower Scram 411.

The Triumph 350cc Scrambler Will Debut This Year

Given the production-ready guise, Triumph will debut its 350cc scrambler this year. Expect it to arrive in India and Britain first, followed by the European and American markets. Once out, there will likely be another variant that will focus on road riding, as suggested by the older spy shots. It will rival the Honda CB300R and Royal Enfield Hunter 350.