Winning bid
£5,100

1970 Triumph Bonneville T120R

 Highlights

  • Fully restored in 2010 by Clarke's Classics
  • Fitted with 750cc barrels and pistons
  • Top end overhaul completed in early 2024
  • Only 1,297 miles since restoration
  • Stored in a dry, well-ventilated garage
  • US spec model, highly sought after

The Appeal

When you think of a British motorcycle, chances are you think of a Triumph Bonneville. Named after the company's record breaking run at the Bonneville flats in the USA, the T120 was practically purpose-built for the American market. Naturally, as time goes on, many of these classic bites are returning to the UK - where their American-focused specs hold a fair advantage against their English counterparts. 
When it arrived in the UK in 2010, this specific Bonneville underwent a comprehensive restoration by Clarke's Classics, and has since covered only 1,297 miles. In early 2024, it also underwent a top-end overhaul, and has lived comfortably in a dry, well-ventilated garage for much of its life.

If you want to get your hands on one of these stylish, highly capable classic mounts, this is a great opportunity.

History and Paperwork

  • Registered in 1970
  • Purchased from Clarke's Classics in Dartford, Kent in July 2010
  • Fully restored in 2010 by Clarke's Classics
  • Odometer reset to zero at the time of restoration
  • MOT'd from 2010 to 2017, now exempt
  • Top end overhaul by Magic Motorcycles in early 2024
  • Stored in a dry, well-ventilated garage

The Condition

  • Beautifully presented in red and silver, matching the bike's original build spec
  • Paintwork looks in very good order apart from one chip on the front mudguard
  • Chrome is generally very good, with some wear on the silencers and air filter housings
  • No sign of any perforating corrosion, dents or dings
  • All badges and branding present and correct
  • Wheels in good, clean order
  • All instruments are clean and legible
  • Seat in good order

The Mechanics

  • 750cc parallel-twin engine
  • Fitted with 750cc barrels and pistons in 2010 during restoration
  • Manual transmission with 4 gears
  • Fully restored in 2010 including the fitting of 750cc barrels and pistons
  • Matching frame and engine numbers
  • New fork gaiters fitted
  • Running very well after recent decommissioning
  • We've no reports of any mechanical issues
  • The vendor is selling only as they don't use the bike sufficiently
Top end overhaul in early 2024, including:
  • New barrels
  • Pistons
  • Valves
  • Valve guide springs
  • Collets and collars
  • Tappet blocks
  • Reconditioning the head, including valve guides
  • Valve seats cut, lapped and vacuum tested


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Auction Details

  • Year1970
  • MakeTriumph
  • ModelBonneville T120
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer1,297 Miles
  • Engine size750cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownNr Bridport
  • CountyDorset
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

4 Bids from 3 bidders

capsx00••••
Bid
£5,100
04/10/24
george-••••
Bid
£5,000
27/09/24
123Biss••••
Bid
£4,000
27/09/24
george-••••
Pre-bid
£3,000
27/09/24

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