Descripción
This motorcycle is Lot 77 to be auctioned by Bonhams at the Timed-Online June Sale, please see the Bonhams website for full details. The timed online auction runs between June 6th through June 16th, with lots closing from midday June 16th 2025.
Public Viewing:
Available 11th & 12th June 2025 from 09:00 until 17:00, by appointment only at Bonhams Milton Keynes.
Lot 77
1959 Triumph 200cc Tiger Cub
Registration no. XON 329
Frame no. T49241
Engine no. T20 65040
• Restored 2021-2022 during previous ownership (bills available)
• Present ownership since 2022
• 1 mile recorded (since restoration)
• Last run in April 2025
"Britain's lowest-priced '200', the Triumph T20 Tiger Cub, impresses even a seasoned tester with its outstandingly good all-round performance and value. This four-stroke lightweight is game for a genuine 64-65mph; it will cruise energetically all day in the mid-fifties; and it will return fuel consumption figures little short of remarkable, whatever the throttle openings used." - Motor Cycling.
With the introduction of the 149cc Terrier in 1952, Triumph re-entered the market for lightweight commuter machines. A simple, compact, unitary construction four-stroke with four-speed gearbox, the Terrier was joined in 1954 by an enlarged version - the 200cc Tiger Cub - that offered 60mph-plus performance and 100mpg. A big success, particularly with younger riders, the Cub underwent continual development for the next 16 years, finally ending up with BSA Bantam cycle parts (as the Bantam Cub) before being dropped in 1970. The model remains a favourite with today's collectors, many of whom would have commenced their riding career on a Cub, and is well served by an extensive network of parts suppliers and other specialists.
Purchased by the previous owner in June 2021 and restored during 2021-2022, this Tiger Cub comes with a quantity of invoices for parts purchased for the rebuild, which included a new seat, chain, and tyres. The odometer displays just 1 mile and has clearly been reset. Purchased by the private vendor in June 2022 and last run in April 2025, the machine is described by him as in good condition, requiring light recommissioning. The machine is offered with the following:
V5C Registration Certificate
Part old V5
One key
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
