1967 Triumph Bonneville

T120RDU45322

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1967 T120R Bonneville7000 miles since restorationCylinder Head by Engine Dynamicshttp://www.enginedynamics.com/Tank Restoration by Don Hutchinsonhttp://hutchinsoncycle.com/services/paint/Five Speed Gear Box Conversion by L.P. Williamshttps://www.triumph-spares.co.uk/index.phpSpeedometer Restoration by Nisonger Instruments http://www.nisonger.com/ Amal Resleeves by Andy Hardan of Lund Machine http://www.amalsleeve.com/ Wheels by Buchanan Spokes & Rims http://www.buchananspokes.com/ 7 Plate Clutch by Norman Hyde and purchased from Rabers Billet Pressure Plate by L.P. Williams New Hagon Shocks Ignition by Boyer with Podtronic VR New Air Cleaners & Housings New Plug Wires (replaced 2/13/2015) and Coils New Battery as of 2/20/2015 New Chain & Sprockets (Note: All items and work listed above performed at time of restoration (7K miles ago) unless specified otherwise) Clear California Title in my name. Registration good through Oct 2015.History: I purchased this Bonneville in February of 2010 as a non-runner. It took a little more than a year to restore the bike which was completed during the Summer of 2011. I bought the bike with just over 15K miles showing on the clock which was working at the time of purchase. The speedo stopped working at 18,061.5 miles at which time I sent it to Nisonger for restoration. The clock now shows 22075 miles which means I put 7K miles on it, all of them post restoration. I believe the mileage to be original and correct. The frame is powder coated. The front end is completely rebuilt with new stanchions (Forks by Frank), stainless steel seal holders with new seals, and new steering head bearings. Brakes are EXCELLENT on this bike. The 5 spd gear box is sublime with zero clutch grab or grinding when going from neutral to 1st gear. A detailed line item invoice from L.P. Williams showing every factory part number installed is provided so that you will know exactly what is in the gearbox. The entire gear cluster was changed along with the shift mechanism. All parts newly machined per factory spec but using modern materials and machining techniques. Contact L.P. Williams in England for details. They provide 5 speed conversions for Tridents and Bonnies. I also put one in my 71 Trident. The original 4 spd cluster can be provided along other spares at no cost if desired. I have spare gaskets original points, ignition, etc (please remind me about the spares if you want them because spares are stored and easily overlooked during shipping).Frame and engine numbers match. The Cal DMV paperwork indicates that the bike was first sold in 1968 and lists the model year as 1967. The VIN is consistent with the DMV declaration of model year. A bit of research will show that serial numbers ranging from DU44394 to DU66245 are 1967 650 cc builds. Note that the front brake on this bike first appears on 1968 builds. This is a superb front break having great feel and comes on strong with little lever force required. The keen eye will also notice that the drive side side cover and key location is per a 1968 build. Maybe somebody out there better versed in the nuances of Meriden serialization and model year can shed some light here. I don't rule out the possibility that a PO upgraded the break and key location but the bike came to me this way.The good: Original items: engine & mounts, frame, subframe, oil tank, battery box, all foot pegs & mounts, exhaust, fork sliders and internals, side stand (center stand new), gas tank, front fender and stay, headlight assy & mount, instruments, throttle, horn.No expense spared on parts or outsourced work. Meticulous assembly.Lots of hand polishing so bike just needs the occasional wipe down to keep it looking good.Very strong running bike. Dialed in.Everything works. Tires are new Avon Roadriders. I just installed them and have ridden the bike very little after install.Nothing needs to be done to the bike other than ride and enjoy it! The not so good or not so original: Nicked the exhaust cam rocker spindle o-ring during assembly so oil will weep at the spindle on the drive side.There are two split pins, one internal and one external to the gearbox inner cover that retain the Quadrant Spindle (reference page 28, items 18 and 19 in the 650cc Bonneville Replacement Parts Catalogue). Gearbox oil will weep along the external split pin (item 19). Note that I say weep and by no means would I consider these leaks. I make every attempt to build oil tight engines. Other than the oil weeps noted the engine is oil tight. Note this model year has crankcase venting to atmosphere.There is a small ripple in the lower back, right side, of the front stainless steel fender where it looks like at some point the speedo cable broke and slapped the fender. I acquired the bike this way and have provided a close up of the area in question.I had a chain come off and bunch at the front sprocket. It did minor damage to the case which has been repaired. The damage was minor and completely external. I have provided a close up showing the fix.The rear fender is new. It was purchased from Raber's who sold it to me as NOS and matches the front.The seat is new with a grey quilted top and white piping. The seat is manufactured in England and imported by British Cycle Supply.The rims are new. I intentionally went with chrome rims to retain the original look. They are manufactured in England and imported by Buchanan. Stainless spokes are installed. The rear hub is NOS purchased from Rabers. Tires are Avon Roadriders. Front 90/90-19. Rear: 110/90-18.The handlebar perches are new and very good replicas manufactured in England and imported by British Cycle Supply.I had Don Hutchinson restore the tank to British or European spec (Aubergine on Gold) instead of the US spec (Aubergine on Alaska White) because I prefer the euro spec look (tank and seat). No tank liner. Not needed and Don recommended against it.I believe the exhaust system to be original and it is showing its age.Again, not sure if the front brake and key location is correct for this bike. But they are upgrades in my mind, particularly the front brake which is far superior to its predecessor. I built this bike to be my rider and have enjoyed owning it. I want bikes to handle and stop well, start easily, idle nicely, look killer and be able to walk away from them until the next ride, ie, reliable and rideable. This bike fits that description.The auction will include a Replacement Parts Catalogue, Triumph Workshop Manual specific to this bike, and all receipts. No tool kit. There is a reserve and I reserve the right to end the auction at any time. No Paypal accepted other than the deposit. Thanks for looking and don't hesitate to contact me with questions. Bob.PS: I will provide access to a brief video demonstrating ease of starting & idle by request and for serious inquiries only. On Feb-22-15 at 23:20:49 PST, seller added the following information: Please note that I encourage bidders having a low transaction count (less than 5) to contact me before the auction closes. Under the terms and conditions stipulated by ebay I reserve the right to cancel any bid posted by a bidder whose identity I cannot verify through email or phone contact.