Description
Here is my matching numbers Trophy TR6. Manufactured in 1959 and exported to the USA as were most Triumphs of this model.
Reimported to the UK just prior to the covid shambles in 2020.
Subject of a quality refurbishment it was then laid up and not used.
I bought it last year from Staffordshire Triumph who stated that it required light recommissioning.
I personally then stored it in a corner of my garage and continued to ride my other bikes.
A few months ago I decided to embark on the fettling to get it back on the road.
I removed the petrol tank and had it professionally cleaned and resealed with “Kreme” and new pet cocks were fitted as the old brass ones leaked constantly.
I went through the usual process of checking tightness of fittings, changing fluids, checking valve clearances etc. then came time to start the engine!
Much to my surprise, with fresh fuel and a cheeky tickle of the Amal, she literally started 1st kick.
Time to venture out for a test ride. She was very “lumpy” to start with but I reckoned it would smooth out when she warmed up.
After a mile, she backfired and conked out. Bloody hell, she was hard to push back home.
Initial thoughts were carburation, or maybe timing?
I checked both and to me, all seemed good.
However, she refused to start again!
Time to call Paul at performance classics in Llanwrda, the absolute top man with classic motorcycle diagnostics and repair.
My remit to Paul was…. It’s not working. Sort it out, pleaseI bought the bike because it looks absolutely gorgeous in period Aztec Red and Ivory white. It certainly turns heads. I have a dating certificate from the Triumph owners club but not much else.
However, the work completed by Paul at Performance Classics leaves me in no doubt I now have a very pretty and very usable classic Triumph.
Total expenditure recently exceeds £2500 Money well spent and much benefit for new owner.
