Description
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The Triumph Bonneville needs no introduction, but this classic Brit was named after the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah. Triumph was fairly successful racing this bike, with wins at the Isle of Man TT Production 750cc class coming in ’67 and ’69.
The Bonneville was produced in its original run (the T120) for 16 years, with a 650cc engine that made 46 horsepower. The parallel twin was based on the Tiger 110, but with upgraded Amal carbs that helped the bike attain 115 miles per hour stock – though Johnny Allen set a record in 1956 with a heavily modified Triumph hitting 214.17 mph over a standing mile.
Many motorcycle enthusiasts consider the late 60s models to be the ‘best’ of the classic Bonnies. Along with offering improved reliability and performance compared to the 1959 original, they also avoid the complications associated with the oil-in-frame models produced from 1971 onwards.
This example is VIN: T120RDV26975, engine #: T120RDV26975. The seller acquired the bike from a private party in Indiana.
The odometer shows 485 miles, which represents the distance covered after the restoration. True mileage is unknown.
Maintenance:
The seller states that this Bonneville is the product of a “full restoration” with work by Don Whitman. He’s supplied a comprehensive amount of parts and service invoices dating back to 2012.
In April 2024, he had the bike serviced by Century Cycles.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following in their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Tire Year Front/ Rear: 4311/5010
Tire % Front/ Rear: 50/60
Tire Press Front/ Rear: 36/36
Brake % Front/ Rear : DRUM/DRUM
Front hydraulic fluid: CABLE
Rear Hydraulic Fluid: CABLE
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid: CABLE
Oil: OK
Coolant: AIR
Low Beam: FAIL
High Beam: FAIL
Turn: N/A
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light: REAR ONLY
Plate Light: TAIL
Kill: OK
Horn: MISSING
Fork: OK
Shock/s: OK
Final Drive: OK
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.57
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.5
Notes:
• NO HORN INSTALLED
• NO HORN BUTTON
• NO HEADLIGHTS OPERATING
• PETCOCKS LEAK SLIGHTLY EXTERNALLY
Suggested repairs:
• DIAG NON-FUNCTIONING HEADLIGHT
• DIAG FRONT BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH
• REPAIR LEAKING PETCOCKS
Modifications:
Repainted tank.
Chain guard.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop tires with date codes of 4311 and 4311.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Triumph is offered on a clean California title. Have any Bonneville T120 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
