Highlights
- Superb condition
- Coming from a 20-year ownership
- Dry ridden only
The Appeal
Launched in 1959, the Triumph Bonneville T120 was the first in the successful series of the Bonneville range, which is probably one of the most recognised names from the Triumph lineup. There were a few changes along the way for the Bonneville, such as an improved ignition system in 1967, but the most significant change of all was in 1971 with the introduction of the Oil-in-frame design.
This 1971 model has been cared for by the vendor for the past 20 years. Only riding the bike in the dry and keeping it in dry storage has kept the classic Triumph in the superb condition you see here. The bike has been well maintained with regular services carried out by the vendor, and no issues have been reported with the running or riding of the bike. The vendor is parting with the Triumph following a knee operation; the bike hasn’t been used in the past 12 months, and he feels it’s a shame to leave it sitting there unused when it's such a great bike to ride.
The History and Paperwork
- V5 is present
- Registered 18th May 1971
- Selection of previous MOT certificates
- Several old tax discs
- Spare indicators
- Spare mirrors
The Condition
- Extremely well presented
- The vendor has kept the Triumph in dry storage and never ridden it in the wet
- The chrome front mudguard is in excellent condition with no sign of tarnishing
- Headlight and indicators are free of any splits or cracks
- The chrome surround and indicator arms are in very good condition
- There is a small amount of oxidisation to the fork bodies
- Instruments work as you would expect, and the odometer shows 31,269 miles
- Handlebars have a minor amount of tarnishing
- The grips are in good condition
- Lucas switchgear is reported to be working correctly
- The red and cream colour scheme is finished with a gold pinstripe and looks excellent
- The triumph plaques mount to the petrol tank are in good order
- The vinyl seat looks to be original, with a small amount of patina to the lettering, but no damage
- Rear mudguard has some signs of age
- The rear lights are in good condition, with no splits to the lenses
- Aluminium wheels have some light tarnishing but would polish up nicely
- Both tyres have a good amount of tread remaining
The Mechanics
- 650cc four-stroke engine
- Four-speed gearbox
- The vendor has carried out regular oil changes
- The Triumph is reported to kick up easily and runs with no issues
- The gears can be selected easily
- There is some light oxidisation to the aluminium engine
- The exhausts have a light amount of surface tarnishing
- The gloss black frame is in good order with no areas for concern
- On the road, the bike is said to handle nicely, with no issues reported regarding the suspension
- Brake shoes have been fitted by the vendor and are said to bring the bike to a stop nicely
SUMMARY
The Triumph Bonneville was loved throughout the 60s and 70s, and still is today, with a more modern version available. But for those wanting the classic feel of the original Bonneville, then look no further than this 1971 example.
At 52 years old, the Triumph shows a small amount of patina which fits in with the age of the bike. It runs lovely and gives an excellent ride. What are you waiting for? Your classic British motorcycle is ready to go and waiting for you!
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