In 1956, Johnny Allen set a land speed record of 214 miles per hour on a Triumph at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah – a couple of years later, they paid homage to that accomplishment with a performance model that bore the iconic name. The original Bonnie was produced until Triumph’s bankruptcy in 1983, and it was brought back in 2001 to much fanfare.
The reincarnated model utilized a new engine design, a 790cc parallel-twin with a 360-degree crankshaft producing 61 horsepower and 44 foot-pounds of torque. The British firm put a lot of effort into keeping some of the aesthetic charm from the old pushrod twin of prior Bonnevilles.
Manufactured in January of 2001, this example is VIN: SMT900HN02J139518. The seller acquired it two years ago from a private party.
The odometer shows 3,160 miles.
Maintenance:
In October 2025, the seller had us install a new battery, change the engine oil/filter, flush the hydraulic fluids, install new tires, replace the front and rear brake pads, install new spark plugs, clean/sync the carbs, and replace the shift shaft seal as well as the clutch cover gasket.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection and clean/adjust/lube the chain. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Slight Surface Rust
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Done Two Months Ago
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Good
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok <0.15V
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Good
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok <0.15V
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Cleaned, Lubed, Adjusted
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 95%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 14/25
Tire Date Code Rear: 12/25
Tire % Remaining Front: 99%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 99%
Tire Press. Front: 31.5PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 31.5PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.98V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.88V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Notes:
-Corrosion on engine covers
-Scuffs on paint work, fenders, front master cylinder
-Dent in the top of the tank
-Corrosion on chrome: Mirrors, Rims, Bars, Headlight, Etc.
-Missing clamp bolt on left hand muffler
Modifications:
Aftermarket turn signals.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax BT46 tires with date codes of 1225 and 1425.
The sale includes two ignition keys and two steering lock keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Triumph is offered on a clean California title with registration current through February 2026.
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