LOT 339

1972 Triumph 750cc X75 Hurricane Registration no. FRA 602L Frame no. TRX75 PH01189 Engine no. TRX75 PH01189

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Lot 339

1972 Triumph 750cc X75 Hurricane

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|26 April 2026, 11:30 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1972 Triumph 750cc X75 Hurricane
Registration no. FRA 602L
Frame no. TRX75 PH01189
Engine no. TRX75 PH01189

Back in 1969, BSA-Triumph's US distributors asked motorcycle styling guru Craig Vetter to create a customised BSA Rocket 3 that would capture the free-wheeling, laid-back approach to biking best exemplified by the 'chopper' and popularised worldwide by the movie Easy Rider, released that same year. With its slightly raked frame, extended front fork, upswept three-pipe exhaust system, and eyeball-popping bodywork, there had been nothing like the Vetter BSA before. By the time the concept reached production in '72, the BSA brand name was moribund and Vetter's creation had become a Triumph, though one that kept the Rocket 3's inclined cylinder block. One of the motorcycling icons of the 1970s, the limited edition Hurricane was produced for little more than a single season and is highly sought after today.

This X75 Hurricane was imported from the USA and first registered in the UK in July 1983. The Triumph has belonged to our vendor since 2003. Notable features include a Nova Classics 930cc big-bore kit; lightened crankshaft; Carrillo con-rods; Omega pistons; Hi-Torque cams; a high-flow oil pump; Tri- Spark electronic ignition, etc (see related invoices on file).

The vendor has taken the X75 to the USA on two occasions to tour the East Coast with friends, as well as on numerous European and UK tours, Scotland, etc. It has also been ridden/displayed at various TR3OC events including the famous Beezumph Rally. The machine comes with a V5C Registration Certificate; an original handbook (signed by Craig Vetter); and a Certificate of Authenticity from the Triumph & Rocket Three Owners Club. Two keys present.

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This Lot will be auctioned on Sunday 26 April, with the auction starting at 11:30am BST.

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