Make it More Scrambler: Triumph 400 X from STG Tracker…
In 2023, Triumph introduced the Scrambler 400 X to their lineup. While it uses the same 39.5-bhp single-cylinder engine as the Speed 400, the Scrambler features its own frame, chassis geometry, and gearing, not to mention longer-travel suspension, a 19-inch front wheel, and quality Metzeler Karoo 50/50 dual-sport rubber. What’s more, the ABS and traction-control can be deactivated for off-road adventuring.
Reviewers have found the bike a fun ride in all kinds of circumstances:
“On tight, twisty asphalt, you can use the X like a little supermoto, riding that composed and forgiving front end, and using the bars to push it down into a late, safe apex. At slow speeds in traffic it carves through congestion with natural ease, its taller stance and wide bars lending the X a commanding presence. In the city, it matters not one iota that this is a 39.5 hp machine; it’s great fun threading through the urban sprawl…” –Cycle World
The 400 X (or 400X) also makes a great base for customization, especially with the relatively affordable price of entry. This one comes from Marcelo Obarrio of Argentina’s STG Tracker — a client commission:
“The idea was to make it more ‘scrambler’ than what it looks originally. High pipes and spoked wheels were mandatory.”
The engine was left untouched for reliability’s sake, but the rest of the bike got a pretty thorough makeover. The bike is now rolling on a spoked wheelset, whose hubs were a bit tricky to adapt, Marcelo says. Still, the effort was worth it, as they transform the bike, giving it a look that’s at once more aggressive and classic.
Out back, the rear subframe was shortened and matched with a new leather-upholstered saddle and LED taillight. Up front, there’s a new high-mount fender, and the dashboard was relocated to the side for a much cleaner cockpit.
The full stainless steel exhaust is one of the signature elements of the build. The high-mount system gives the bike the look of the larger Scrambler 1200 X, which comes standard with this type of scrambler-style exhaust. As always, a few armchair opinionistas will no doubt scoff at the exhaust as a leg-burner, but we’ve ridden bikes with high-mount systems for years without issue…and most of the early production scramblers (Honda CL series, BSA Firebird, etc.) came with this style of exhaust.
Lastly there’s the paint done by @taller_minissale, with a gray base and yellow nose reminiscent of a WWII fighter. Overall, Marcelo and team have transformed this spunky single into a much more aggressive, attention-grabbing machine that will stand out wherever it goes, from the streets of Buenos Aires to the dirt roads of the Mendoza wine country.
Below you’ll find our full interview with Marcelo about the build, and credit goes to Japo Santos for the photos.
Builder Interview: Triumph Scrambler 400X Custom
• What’s the make, model, and year of the donor bike?
2026 Triumph Scrambler 400X.
• Why was this bike built?
This was commissioned by a customer.
• What was the design concept and what influenced the build?
The idea was to make it more “scrambler” than what it looks originally. High pipes and spoked wheels was mandatory.
• What custom work was done to the bike?
Shortened subframe, new seat with leather upholstery, stainless steel complete exhaust, new complete spoked wheels, new upper front mudguard, LED rear lights, sidemounted dash, paint by @taller_minissale.
• Any idea of horsepower, weight, and/or performance numbers?
Fully stock engine.
• Can you tell us what it’s like to ride this bike?
Loud as f*ck!!!
• Was there anything done during this build that you are particularly proud of?
Adapting those new wheel hubs was a bit tricky.
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Paint: @taller_minissale
Photographer: @japosantos
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