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: DU49253; Engine T120RDU49253. The seller purchased the bike from a friend in 2004.
There is no odometer. True mileage unknown.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “BA Moto did a full run through on the bike, records can be sent from them.” In preparation for this listing, Iconic performed an inspection of the bike and would like to point out the side stand is too long and when storing the bike at our facility we are using a chalk. Our service department notes the following on the service report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Inner liner is failing
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: NA
Coolant Level: NA
Coolant Quality: NA
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: NA
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NA
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: NA
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NA
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: NA
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NA
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: NA
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: NA
Parking Light: NA
Turn Signals: NA
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): NA
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: NA
Horn: NA
Kill Switch: Ignition Switch
Brake Pad % Remaining – Front: NO BRAKE
Brake Pad % Remaining – Rear: Shoe/Drum
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: NA
Tire Date Code – Front: 0205
Tire Date Code – Rear: 2708
Tire % Remaining – Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining – Rear: 90%
Tire Pressure – Front: 25 PSI
Tire Pressure – Rear: 29 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: NO BATTERY
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM:
Running Condition: Ok, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: None taken
Notes:
-Ignition Switch: First click-out is run
-Leaking oil and fuel – oil possibly “wet sumping” from sitting
-Left hand carb is leaking
-Difficult to start
-No front brake
-Kick starter rubber is split
REPAIRS RECOMMENDED:
-Diag Fuel and oil leak
-Replace kick starter rubber
-Fuel tank liner removal/re-line
Modifications:
“Full custom build by Classic Cycles in Orange.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Exedra L307 and Avon SM MKII tires with date codes of 0205 and 2708.
There are no keys, the bike is kick start.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Bike tipped over in garage, leaked gas on tank. Paint peeling at gas bung.”
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. Per the California DMV website, it will cost $312 to bring California registration current through December 2025.
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