LOT 279A

1968 Triumph 744cc Thruxton Bonneville Replica Registration no. STN 42F Frame no. T120 DU83116 Engine no. T120C DU63999

Sold for £9,200 inc. premium

Lot 279A

1968 Triumph 744cc Thruxton Bonneville Replica

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

1968 Triumph 744cc Thruxton Bonneville Replica
Registration no. STN 42F
Frame no. T120 DU83116
Engine no. T120C DU63999

Inspired by the original, a previous owner created this Thruxton Replica. The vendor advises that the frame was repainted, as were other cycle parts; the wheels were rebuilt with new valanced alloy rims and spokes. The forks had new stanchions and springs, both brakes had new shoes springs and parts; a wiring harness was made, an alloy Thruxton tank was sourced and painted, a Paul Dunstall fairing was fitted with a new screen, and a genuine Thruxton seat was re-uphostered. Following acquisition by the present owner, the engine was passed to Willie Stewart for rebuilding, and the capacity was raised to 750 by use of a T140 crankshaft, fully rebuilt cylinder head, and barrel. Crank was balanced, and fitted with Thunder Engineering conrods; a Morgo oil pump and Superblend bearings were used, plus new pistons, rings, carbs, Vape ignition system, Thruxton exhaust pipes and silencers. Total for the engine parts and rebuild came to approximately £5,000. Since completion, the machine has completed approximately 300 shakedown miles, and the only items noted to be needed are a new speedometer cable, and a pair of fork gaiters. Willie Stewart has indicated that he is happy to answer questions on the engine from a new owner. The owner hopes to have a photographic record of the engine work on a memory stick by the time of the sale. Documentation consists of a current V5C, an expired MoT certificate, a dating certificate, and some photocopy invoices. A key is present.

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