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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: HISTORY OF A MOTORCYCLE LEGENDFrom the early start Triumph gained popularity quick. They proved on many occasions that their machines could be ridden long distance reliably. In 1915 Triumph produces the 550 cc Model "H" Roadster. The bike was nicknamed "The Trusty Triumph" because 30,000 of them rolled off the assembly line to supply allied forces during world war 1. The bikes no longer had pedals and they were fitted with a kick start lever and solid footrests.Read more »
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: HISTORY OF A MOTORCYCLE LEGENDIn 1905 Triumph rolls out a motorcycle 100% manufactured in house. It didn't take long before their 4 1/2 hp motorcycle gained popularity. By 1907 they were producing 100 motorcycles a year. In 1908 Jack Marshall wins the TT race on a Triumph. A lot of changes were made in the early years of motorcycles in general. In 1910 Triumph offered 2 models, adding this 499 cc TT model and a man by the name of Albert Catt put 2000 miles in just 6 days. Triumph was quickly becoming known for their reliability and sold 3000 bikes in this year.Read more »
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: HISTORY OF A MOTORCYCLE LEGENDIn 1885 the founder of Triumph, Siegfried Bettmann started the company using his own name. Mostly an importer of sewing machines and bicycles-in 1886 he changed the name to Triumph because it was a name more people could identify with in many languages. In 1889 Bettman began producing his own bicycles in Coventry, England. It wasn't until 1898 that Triumph considered manufacturing their own motorcycles. In 1901 both Ariel and Royal Enfield made their first motorcycles.Read more »
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: CLASSIFIEDS
1969 Triumph TR6C, Matching VIN numbers. This bike was rebuilt in 2012 by Morrie’s Place in Ringwood, IL. Ridden less than 100 miles since rebuild. Garage kept. Trophy winner. Has Routt 750cc Kit installed that makes this bike a strong runner. Bike is located in Florida. $12,500 negotiable. Contact: Dan Dummett 815-761-0585
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: CLASSIFIEDS
1972 Triumph Street Scrambler T120 Bonneville – High Pipes left side, Matching VIN numbers. 10 miles on fresh top-end rebuild, new pistons .040 over, new rings, new Kibble-White valve set, new stator, new clutch fiber plates, new tires plus new spare set of off-road knobby tires included. Carburetors rebuilt, new Petcocks, Fresh RedKote lined fuel tank. New Podtronics and new Pason electronic ignition. Front mud guard included. Not shown in photos. $5,900 negotiable. For sale by Dan Dummett. For more information/picture email: [email protected]
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: CLASSIFIEDS
1979 Triumph Bonneville fully rebuilt over the last 10 years. Steve Job @ Job Cycle rebuilt engine with only 5 new miles on it.. '77 refurbished splayed port cylinder head, electronic ignition, new 930 carbs. New refurbished Smiths' instruments, re-sprayed in correct paint, retro side covers, polished shouldered aluminum wheels, newer Dunlops and some spares. Asking $5500/negotiable. For sale by Bruce Hunt. Email for more pictures/information: [email protected]
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: CLASSIFIEDS
Fully restored at Don Hutchinson Cycles in Wakefield, MA, completed in 2009 and put into a private collection since. Accompanied by full documentation, relevant publications of the time and complete tool kit as well as many special tools.The 1966 T120R (R for ‘roadster’) was a completely upgraded machine from the previous year model, and the first with the new-look ‘eyebrow’ Triumph badge on the tank. Triumph improved its machines annually, adding modifications for increased reliability, power, smoothness, and handling each year, as the factory testing department did its work. The 1966 chassis looked identical to the previous year, but had a more relaxed 62-degree steering head angle for better highway cruising and a wider swingarm for fatter tires. Changes inside the motor like a lighter flywheel, hotter cams, bigger carbs (1-3/16-inch Monoblocs), and pancake air filters as standard meant more power and a smoother motor. Reliability was added with revised oilways inside the motor, especia
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: CLASSIFIEDS
TR5T Trophy Trail Restoration with Title I found this bike in a garage covered in boxes and dust. It had languished there since 1983. The original miles at time of storage were 3972. Unfortunately the speedometer and tachometer and also the handlebar switch were broken and could not be repaired so they have been replaced. Also missing was the airbox, front and rear signals, connector hose and bash plate. Note, all of the above were replaced with NOS except for the signals. Anyone familiar with this model would know how hard it is to find these critical items. This is a frame off restoration, all black parts are powder coated, bright work is re chromed. Exhaust was ceramic coat/paint. Boyer/Podtronics for ignition with new wiring harness. Tank was repainted along with side covers. The yellow on the tank was matched to the Trophy Trail decals. Engine was completely rebuilt (professionally by British experts!). New tires, spokes and rims from Buchanans. All in all a wonderful bike. Runs like
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: PRODUCT AND TECH TIPS
Q. What is a sludge trap and why is it so important? A. The sludge trap is a tube inside the crank cavity. It is essentially a centrifugal oil filter that protects your connecting rod bearings from solid carbons. Over time the trap fills up creating a blockage of oil flow to the connecting rods causing a seizure. In the picture below you can see the there is a solid build up and anymore "muddy" build up. When a bike sits for 30 years or more the sludge starts to harden, this is especially dangerous. When you run the bike with this you take a solid risk of the carbon loosening up and making its way into the connecting rods. Unfortunately there is only one real way to clean this and that is by splitting the cases and removing the trap, that is really the only safe and effective way to clean it. The upside is now you know your motor has a clean bill of health. As for future care you have two options; running a remote oil filter and changing your oil more often, every 1000 miles is a good
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Posted: April 30, 2021Categories: OUR BIKE BUILDS