For 1970, the TR6 was offered in four forms: the standard TR6, road oriented TR6R, competition focused TR6C, and police specification TR6P. The TR6R was intended for everyday street and touring use, making it one of the more versatile iterations of Triumph’s classic 650.
1970 marked the culmination of Triumph’s pre oil in frame 650 development, with the TR6R benefiting from a number of refinements. The model featured a progressive dual leading shoe front brake, improved engine breathing, and SAE-thread fasteners for easier servicing. It was also the only year to receive removable front engine mounting plates, simplifying engine removal and installation.
This TR6R has been completely custom built into a hard-tail bobber, and aside from the engine, shares relatively little with it’s British namesake.
This example is VIN: TR6PD32161.
During their ownership, the seller has covered approximately 1,000 miles. The bike does not have an odometer and it is consider True Mileage Unknown.
“Being British, it leaks a little. Not much, nothing worth worrying about anyway.”
Maintenance:
“Oil changes, wiring, Spark Plugs, Carb Rebuilds, Frame welded, front and rear lights. Front hydraulic disc brake. Rear brakes. New exhaust pipes.”
Mechanical Issues:
The seller states: “There are no mechanical issues. It could use some fine carb tuning, but runs well.”
Modifications:
“This is a completely custom built bike.”
Custom frame.
Custom paint.
Custom bars, headlight, and grips.
Custom seat and oil tank.
Custom wiring
Mag Start with no battery, security mag cover to turn off ignition.
21″ front wheel, hydraulic Brembo front brake.
Custom rear light, custom exhaust, and rear fender.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on an Avon Speedmaster Mk II front, and a Shinko double white wall rear tire with date codes of 0220 and 0920.
This bike does not have ignition keys. The sale includes some spare parts.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Lakewood, California, this Triumph is offered on a clean California title with registration fees not currently due.
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