LOT 213
1965 Triumph 650cc Thunderbird Police Motorcycle Registration no. CYM 664C Frame no. DU16240 Engine no. 6T DU16240W
Sold for £4,830 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 213
1965 Triumph 650cc Thunderbird Police MotorcycleRegistration no. CYM 664C Frame no. DU16240 Engine no. 6T DU16240W
The Autumn Stafford Sale: The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|19 October 2019, 14:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1965 Triumph 650cc Thunderbird Police Motorcycle
Registration no. CYM 664C
Frame no. DU16240
Engine no. 6T DU16240W
Registration no. CYM 664C
Frame no. DU16240
Engine no. 6T DU16240W
One of the most important developments in the history of Triumph's long-running parallel twin was the introduction of unitary construction of the engine and gearbox in 1957, commencing with the 350cc 'Twenty-One' (later 3TA). The 500s went unitary the following year but it was not until 1962 that this more modern form of construction was extended to the 650s. Three 650s were offered initially: The Thunderbird tourer, Trophy trail bike, and Bonneville sports roadster. Improvements were made on an annual basis: new forks and 12-volt electrics (the latter on the Thunderbird only at first) arriving for 1964 and a new frame with revised steering geometry for 1966. Mid-way through '66 the Thunderbird was dropped from the range together with the 3TA and 5TA tourers, their passing marking the final disappearance of Triumph's characteristic headlamp nacelle.
Triumph enjoyed a long history of providing machines to police forces around the world, and the example offered here is based on the Thunderbird roadster and built to police specification, complete with Pye radio. Used at Goodwood and last taxed in 2006, this restored machine would respond well to detailing. Offered with old V5/V5C documents and some expired MoTs.
Triumph enjoyed a long history of providing machines to police forces around the world, and the example offered here is based on the Thunderbird roadster and built to police specification, complete with Pye radio. Used at Goodwood and last taxed in 2006, this restored machine would respond well to detailing. Offered with old V5/V5C documents and some expired MoTs.
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
The frame number is DU12640.


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