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LOT 214

1964 Triumph 500cc TRW Military Motorcycle Registration no. TLH 777N Frame no. 29089 Engine no. TRW29529X NA

Sold for £4,140 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 214

1964 Triumph 500cc TRW Military Motorcycle
Registration no. TLH 777N Frame no. 29089 Engine no. TRW29529X NA

1964 Triumph 500cc TRW Military Motorcycle
Registration no. TLH 777N
Frame no. 29089
Engine no. TRW29529X NA

Developed in the immediate post-WW2 years to fulfil British Government contracts for a new military motorcycle, the TRW followed the overall lines of Triumph's trend-setting parallel twins but with the simpler and more easily maintained side valves rather then the civilian models' overhead valves. In keeping with the military's requirements for robustness and simplicity, the Trophy-based TRW retained a rigid frame while featuring Triumph's telescopic front fork as used by many models across the range. In 1953 a lighter 'Mark II' version was introduced featuring coil ignition and alternator electrics, replacing the previous magneto and dynamo. As well as the British Army, TRWs were supplied to the Royal Navy and RAF, while many saw service with the armed forces of other countries. When their service life came to an end, many were offered for sale by the Ministry of Defence on the civilian market.

Finished in 'Army Green', this un-restored Triumph TRW was ordered under Ministry of Defence/A contract number '3231' and comes complete with luggage rack and canvas panniers. A brass plaque confirming its order is fixed to the frame. The machine is offered with an old-style (part) V5 and a Triumph Certificate of Authenticity.

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 registration number is TLH 777W.

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