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1966 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD 6T - From the Zimmerman Brothers Collection, Fully Restored, Edward Turner designed, Last year of the Thunderbird model.
The Triumph Thunderbird was introduced by Triumph in 1949, and it was produced in its original form until 1966. To capture the American market, the 6T Thunderbird used a variant of the earlier Speed Twin's parallel twin engine, bored out from 500cc to 650cc to give the added horsepower American customers demanded. The concept of enlarging the Speed Twin, the Thunderbird name and its “paper dart” logo were thought up by Triumph Managing Director Edward Turner on one of his regular trips to Triumph's operations in the USA. Throughout this time, however, the Thunderbird retained its distinctive nacelle. The Triumph obtained further lasting publicity with Marlon Brando's 1953 motion picture, “The Wild One,” in which he rode a 1950 6T Thunderbird. In the book “Triumph Motorcycles in America,” there is a reproduced letter from Triumph's importers objecting to the producers’ use of their motorcycles in a film about rowdy motorcycle gangs. WhatsApp us on the details below or call now on the details below. Reserve or Buy online at - details above, reserve for £99. We can deliver to your door or click and collect here in store. Part Exchange Welcome. Nationwide delivery.
