Description
Additional photos of this 1973 Penton 125 Six Day are available here for your perusal.
The Penton Six Day was a very important motorcycle – it was the start of the commercial relationship between American enduro legend John Penton and KTM.
For more on the Penton/KTM relationship, check out this article from KTM themselves. Just 400 of these bikes were brought to the US in ’68, the first year of production. The next year, KTM brought over 1,000, and the rest is history. The components used were high-end – Ceriani forks, Girling shocks, Oldani brakes, Magura levers, and more.
In an effort to spice things up, Penton called the 125 the “Six Day” after the legendary ISDT event. the 2-stroke motor was sourced from Sachs.
This example is VIN: 20957462, Engine #: 7176331. The seller has owned the bike for 20 years.
True mileage is unknown.
Maintenance:
Maintenance history is unknown and the bike does not run. The engine is free and the kickstarter can be kicked through.
Modifications:
This Penton 125 appears to be completely stock.
Extras:
The sale includes a box of spare parts, which may or may not be useful for restoration.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop D739FA (front) and Bridgestone Motocross M78 (rear) tires that have aged out.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Penton is offered on a Bill of Sale. Have any 125 Six Day stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
