
LOT 316
c. 1955 Triumph 499cc Trophy Project Registration no. not registered Frame no. 64162 Engine no. TR5 64162 (see text)
Sold for £4,600 inc. premium
Lot 316
c. 1955 Triumph 499cc Trophy Project
c. 1955 Triumph 499cc Trophy Project
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. 64162
Engine no. TR5 64162 (see text)
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. 64162
Engine no. TR5 64162 (see text)
From the time of its introduction in 1948, the Triumph Trophy was established as a true all-rounder: a machine that could be ridden to work during the week and then, with extraneous components removed, competed on at weekends in its owner's chosen branch of motorcycle sport. Although catalogued primarily as a trials machine, its true forte was scrambles and the International Six Days Trial (ISDT), events in which the power of the tunable Triumph twin worked to its advantage and its weight was less of a handicap. The arrival of a new swinging-arm frame for 1955 finally put paid to the Trophy's pretensions as a one-day trials mount, for although the rear suspension enhanced traction and improved the handling, the lengthened wheelbase and increased weight rendered it un-competitive. Nevertheless, the TR5 remained an extremely competent and stylish roadster until the end of production in 1958.
This Trophy is offered as a part-restored project in need of completion, the rolling chassis being accompanied by two boxes of parts containing an engine (minus internals); oil tank; tool box; exhaust system, etc. The machine is not registered but is offered with a dating certificate and is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should note that the engine number has been restamped to match the frame.
Key not required.
This Trophy is offered as a part-restored project in need of completion, the rolling chassis being accompanied by two boxes of parts containing an engine (minus internals); oil tank; tool box; exhaust system, etc. The machine is not registered but is offered with a dating certificate and is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should note that the engine number has been restamped to match the frame.
Key not required.
Footnotes
All lots are 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 frame number is believed to be a non-factory stamping.




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