Highlights

Factory standard with matching numbers reported
Only two former registered keepers recorded
UK market specification, manufactured at the Meriden factory
Original 4-month tax disc present
Substantial collection of invoices, MOT certificates, and workshop manual

The Appeal

The Bonneville T120 was one of the finest iterations of Triumph's legendary parallel twin, a machine that defined an era for big British motorcycles. Built at the Meriden factory in March 1969 and first registered in Luton in April 1970, this example carries UK market specification and retains its factory-standard configuration with matching numbers. Bikes in this condition are getting very difficult to find.

With just two former registered keepers before the current vendor acquired it in 2021, this Bonneville has clearly been cherished throughout its life. It has been garage-stored under a bespoke Triumph cover, and the vendor states the overall condition is very good, with bright chrome and excellent paintwork. For those seeking a matching-numbers, well-kept Bonneville T120 from what many consider the model's finest year, this is one well worth a closer look.

Key Information

Mileage: 11,273 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT/road tax exempt
Technical specs: 650cc parallel twin, four-speed manual
Paperwork: Original 4-month tax disc present, large collection of invoices, MOT certificates, and workshop manual

The Detail

Recently fitted new battery
Engine reported to start and run well
Always garage-stored under a bespoke Triumph cover
Period scheme in very smart order, showing minimal wear for the bike's age, just gently patinated
Triumph-branded seat upholstery in smart order
Smart chromework, including wheels
Clean, legible instrumentation
Well-presented engine and gearbox casings
Gentle wear to the rubber grips/pegs

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Comments

davidwi••••

2 days ago

What are the numbers please, any record avaiable of work done on the engine during any recommissioning which may have been done

Gucci19••••

Seller

1 day ago

You make a good point but Car & Classic more or less insisted that I advertise it under the headline of its year of registration rather than its year of manufacture.

Andyliv

4 days ago

There is no mention or video of it running. Can you confirm the engine condition.

Yes I can. The engine is in very good condition and runs absolutely fine. I have fitted new spark plugs and only use super unleaded petrol to ensure it operates to the optimum.