1973 Triumph Trophy Trail 500cc

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|22 April 2023, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1973 Triumph Trophy Trail 500cc
Frame no. TR5TPH19549
Engine no. TR5TPH19549

The unit 500 Triumphs were winners at the Daytona 200 race in 1966 and 67, and were used for the British ISDT team on more than one occasion. A variety of Tiger, and Trophy-named models appeared over the years, and in 1973 the Trophy Trail made its debut. Also known as the Adventurer, it was intended for use both on- and off-road, and fitted into the vogue for trail bikes at the time. Its main market was the USA, and the majority were sent there, but it was also sold in the UK. This example is one which has been repatriated from USA, and has a recorded mileage of only 1657 miles, which the vendor believes to be correct, and supported by the original appearance of the bike. Re-commissioning will be required. Documentation comprises the original US Title document, a NOVA document, and a duty payment document.
Offered with key

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