LOT 206
1930 Triumph 175cc Model X Registration no. CCJ 127 Frame no. X4043 Engine no. Z7016
Sold for £3,105 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 206
1930 Triumph 175cc Model XRegistration no. CCJ 127 Frame no. X4043 Engine no. Z7016
The Autumn Stafford Sale: The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|19 October 2019, 14:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1930 Triumph 175cc Model X
Registration no. CCJ 127
Frame no. X4043
Engine no. Z7016
Registration no. CCJ 127
Frame no. X4043
Engine no. Z7016
As if following the lead of BSA's ultra-lightweight two-stroke Model A, which had arrived in 1928, Triumph introduced a model with similar specification – the 175cc Model X – for 1930. Lightweight, economical and with a top speed of over 40mph, it should have been just what commuters wanted but lasted for only a couple of years. Like that of the BSA, the Triumph's unitary engine/gearbox unit was of unconventional design, featuring a forward-facing carburettor and choice of two speeds in the transmission, which were driven directly off the bob-weighted crankshaft and selected by means of a rack-and-pinion operated selector dog. No forgings were used in the frame, which consisted of a combination of curved tubes and pressings. The favourable duty rates for under 150cc machines encouraged many manufacturers to develop machines for this class, and a 150cc version of the Model X was soon added to the Triumph range, but both it and the original were gone by 1933.
Possibly repainted at some time in the past, this rare two-stroke Triumph is offered without documents.
Possibly repainted at some time in the past, this rare two-stroke Triumph is offered without documents.
Footnotes
As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.
Saleroom notices
Please note this is a 1930 Triumph 175cc Model Z and not a Model X as catalogued. The registration number on the machine is SSJ 127. This registration is listed on the HPi database (under frame number 4043) however there are no documents with this lot. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the registration status.


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