Big D restoration using original and new-old-stock parts, 1967 Triumph 650cc T120R Bonneville

Big D restoration using original and new-old-stock parts
1967 Triumph 650cc T120R Bonneville
Registration no. TGU 443E
Frame no. T120R DU49007
Engine no. T120R DU49007
Located in Dallas, Texas, Big D is a 2008 restart of the famous Triumph dealership and speed shop run by the late Jack Wilson. Keith Martin, starting as a mechanic at Big D in 1986, had risen to become Wilson's right-hand man and a minority partner in the operation before striking out on his own. Following Jack Wilson's death, the Big D trade name became available and Martin resurrected the renowned shop, specialising in the restoration and repair of classic British motorcycles.

Neglected when found, this now-pristine Bonneville, finished in the correct Aubergine Purple and Alaskan White, retains its original fuel tank and mudguards, repaired as needed and brought back to 'as-new' condition. The original wheel rims were re-chromed and re-laced, and new-old-stock components from Triumph, Lucas, and Amal were used as needed, all properly date-coded for the 1967 model year. Only the tyres, seat cover, handlebars, and exhaust system are top-quality reproductions. No detail was overlooked in making this as accurate a restoration as possible. The current vendor purchased the Bonnie at Bonhams' Las Vegas sale in January 2015 (Lot 118). At that time it was stated that approximately 100 test miles had been logged, and that the machine was well sorted and ready to ride or show. Accompanying documentation consists of (copy) Texas Certificate of Title, purchase paperwork, expired MoT (October 2017), DVLA correspondence, and a V5C Registration Certificate.