1966 Triumph 649cc T120R Bonneville

1966 Triumph 649cc T120R Bonneville
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. T120R DU27485
Engine no. T120R DU27485
'The famous Triumph Bonneville Road Sports twin carburettor motorcycle is the acknowledged choice of American riders who demand the finest all-round performance and handling. For 1966 the Bonneville features a new sporting look, with small slim gas tank, modern compact tail light assembly and polished stainless-steel fenders. Performance has been further increased, yet it still retains the reliability required by road riders under all conditions.' - Triumph Motorcycle Company.

The USA had long been Triumph's most important export market, and to cater for local tastes T120R and T120C versions of the Bonneville were offered there, the former having a more raised handlebar when compared to its European counterpart while the latter catered for the American rider's passion for off-road motorcycling.

This un-restored 1966 T120R Bonneville, still with its original Alaskan White paint and Grenadier Red accent stripes, is in excellent original condition, having been owned by one family from new until January 2015 when it was purchased by the vendor at Bonhams' Las Vegas auction (Lot 135). While in the previous ownership, the Bonnie was fitted with new Amal Monobloc carburettors, new fuel lines, and new period-appropriate tyres, and been given a tune-up and general detailing. The machine is offered with paperwork relating to its purchase.