12th Jul, 2023 13:00
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
1967 Triumph Thunderbird
Estimated at £6,500 - £7,500Registration No: RYO 409E
Frame No: 016520
Engine No: 6T1159N
CC: 650
MOT: Exempt
- Restored to a good standard
- Many subtle upgrades
- Running very well
- Current V5C on file
The instigation for the Thunderbird's development is commonly attributed to the demands of the North American market; however, Edward Turner's deep understanding of the motorcycle market suggests that a 650cc twin was, to a degree, inevitable following the success of the Speed Twin and Tiger 100.
This 1967 Triumph Thunderbird special has had many upgrades whilst it was being restored. It was built with the intention to be a rider's machine. It was completely stripped down, the crank is a one-piece unit modified to suit, it was on 11-1 pistons but since has been changed back to 9-1 it benefits from a 9-stud head with 30mm carbs, the rocker gear has been lightened, as with the cams and timing pinions. All the electrics have been converted to 12v, the front brake is a later 8" twin leading shoe, most of the fastenings and fittings are stainless steel, with new ally rim spokes and tyres with tubes. The exhaust system is all stainless steel. Believed to be running well, it is offered with a current V5C and a small amount of paperwork.
For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217
Auction: National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands, 12th Jul, 2023
An auction of classic motorcycles & vintage scooters taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Solihull, West Midlands.
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