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Highlights
- Fully restored to a high standard by Magpie of Coventry in 2013
- Highly desirable early ‘Tangerine Dream’ model, retaining its period colour scheme
- The vendor reports that it starts, runs and rides very well indeed
- Matching Engine and Frame Numbers
The Appeal
It’s no exaggeration to say that the Triumph Bonneville is among the most significant motorcycles of all time. Based upon the popular Tiger 100, the Bonneville offered additional performance and was aimed primarily at the burgeoning US market.
Here we have beautifully restored early T120 Bonneville dating from 1959. An example of the coveted ‘Tangerine Dream’ model, this ‘Bonnie’ is impeccably presented, mechanically healthy and ready to enjoy. Thanks to a very comprehensive restoration process and sparing use ever since, it remains immensely presentable, with barely any wear. The vendor informs us that it rides very well indeed. Exempt from road tax and MOT testing, this classic Triumph is ready to enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
- V5C present
- Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
- First UK registered in September 1984
- 234 miles indicated on the odometer - which was presumably reset during the restoration in 2013
The Condition
- Period ‘Tangerine Dream’ blue and orange paint scheme
- Correct period decals reinstated post-repaint
- Extensively restored to a very high standard
- Bright paintwork, free from any notable blemishes
- Very smart chromework
- No discernible wear to the rubber grips, pegs or seat upholstery
- We understand all the instrumentation and switchgear to be in good working order
- Complete with a single bar-end wing mirror
The Mechanics
- 650cc parallel-twin
- Twin carburettors
- Four-speed gearbox
- The vendor assures us that it starts readily, runs well and rides exactly as an early Bonneville should with no issues to report
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