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LOT 574

1961 Triumph 649cc TR6R Trophy Registration no. not registered Frame no. D13591 (see text) Engine no. TR6R D13591 (see text)

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Lot 574

1961 Triumph 649cc TR6R Trophy
Registration no. not registered Frame no. D13591 (see text) Engine no. TR6R D13591 (see text)

1961 Triumph 649cc TR6R Trophy
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. D13591 (see text)
Engine no. TR6R D13591 (see text)

Success in the International Six Days' Trial (ISDT) in the late 1940s prompted Triumph to adopt the 'Trophy' name for their off-road-styled twins, at first for the 500cc TR5 and then for the 650cc TR6. Introduced for 1956, the 650cc Trophy featured the new aluminium-alloy cylinder head of the Tiger 110 sports roadster. Its off-road pretensions were more style than substance though, amounting to little more than the fitting of a smaller fuel tank, quickly detachable headlamp, and larger-section rear tyre. The Trophy retained its sporting character but became more of a roadster as time passed, ending up, in effect, as a single-carburettor T120 Bonneville when reintroduced, after a five-month absence from the range, in February 1961. More tractable than the Bonnie and more economical too, the Trophy gave little away in terms of outright performance, the bike's standing quarter-mile time and top speed being within a whisker of its twin-carb sibling's.

This particular Trophy was acquired approximately 20 years ago in a dismantled state. The vendor then had it restored and reassembled. Kept on display in his office since completion, the machine will require re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use. It should also be noted that the near side grab handle has rusted through. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's frame and engine number stamps, correctness and originality prior to bidding.
Offered without key

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