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LOT 412 *N

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1966 Triumph 650cc T120R Bonneville Registration no. Unregistered (see text) Frame no. T120R DU34864 Engine no. T120R DU34864

Sold for £8,625 inc. premium
Lot 412*,N

The Hans Schifferle Collection, 1966 Triumph 650cc T120R Bonneville
Registration no. Unregistered (see text) Frame no. T120R DU34864 Engine no. T120R DU34864

The Hans Schifferle Collection
1966 Triumph 650cc T120R Bonneville
Registration no. Unregistered (see text)
Frame no. T120R DU34864
Engine no. T120R DU34864

"The famous Triumph Bonneville Road Sports twin carburettor motorcycle is the acknowledged choice of American riders who demand the finest all-round performance and handling. For 1966 the Bonneville features a new sporting look, with small slim gas tank, modern compact tail light assembly and polished stainless-steel fenders. Performance has been further increased, yet it still retains the reliability required by road riders under all conditions." - Triumph Motorcycle Company.

The USA had long been Triumph's most important export market, and to cater for local tastes T120R and T120C versions of the Bonneville were offered there, the former having a more raised handlebar when compared to its European counterpart while the latter catered for the American rider's passion for off-road motorcycling.

Helmut Lichtenberg bought this Bonneville circa 2000 (it is believed at the Stafford show) and sold it to Hans around 2007. Rebuilt by Helmut and very nicely presented, the machine is fitted with larger carburettors and an after-market seat.

The Triumph was previously registered in the UK as 'PUA 192D', and the VRN appears on the HPI database, albeit exported. Nevertheless, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding. Re-registering the machine is the responsibility of the buyer. Accompanying documentation consist of a German Fahrzeugschein and Fahrzeugbrief (de-registered); expired TüV (MoT) certificate; and assorted correspondence.

Footnotes

* Import VAT Low Rate
Import tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.

N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.

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

There are Egli and Die Motorradwerkstatt invoices on file for this lot. The lot is offered with spare rubbers and spark plugs.

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*Import low rate
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NNOVA declaration
If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £350 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.

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