3rd Jul, 2024 12:00

National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands

 
Lot 239
 

1977 Triumph T140

Sold for £3,680

(including buyers premium)


Lot details

Registration No: UBX 890T
Frame No: CP81585
MOT: Exempt

  • Purchased in 2009 with very low mileage
  • A fairly original machine with correct numbers
  • Much loved by the current vendor
  • Comes complete with a current V5C

The second-generation T140 Bonneville is a very appealing bike to own, being typically cheaper than the T120 and benefitting from some desirable upgrades, such as an extra 100cc of displacement, a front disc brake and an additional gear in the transmission. These were Triumph’s way of combatting the onslaught of advances from Japan. However, Triumph was arguably a bigger obstacle to their own success than Honda, Suzuki, et al., as workers at the Meriden factory held a 'sit-in' to protest the announced closure of their plant.


The current owner of this 1978 Triumph T140V has enjoyed it since 2009 when he purchased it as a very original machine with low mileage. He has kept up with maintenance and advises us that it runs and stops very well. He has, in addition, fitted new silencers. It comes with a current V5C and some old MOT certificates and other paperwork.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217

 

Auction: National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands, 3rd Jul, 2024

An auction of classic motorcycles & vintage scooters taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Solihull, West Midlands.

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