1972 Triumph Trophy

TR6CAG44228

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Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE 1972 Triumph TriumphTR-6c Trophy 650 with new high pipes and re-paint of original Lincoln Green tank. VIN: TR6CAG44228. Four speed transmission. Air cooled drum brake in front, drum in back. Cables and electronics refurbished. Much work done on this bike and I have extensive paperwork. Never damaged, never dropped. Engine rebuilt engine-out from nuts & bolts, sludge pot cleaned. New battery, electronic ignition, starts on second kick every time. New speedometer and tachometer. New tires. All lights, turn signals, brake lights work. Does not leak oil. Dues not burn excessive oil. I ride this bike all the time, plus two others in my stable. Disclaimer: This is a 45 year old bike which, even with extensive rebuilds, retains 45 year old technology (never all that great when brand new). This bike cannot be compared to new bikes. It’s fairly loud (classic Triumph exhaust note). It has a bit of a rough ride even though all the shock absorbers are fully functional. My mechanic says these models occasionally crack their frames. To study this, he sprayed something on the frame parts and then added a "developer". If there are any cracks, they show up. There were no cracks found.This bike has a bit of a "grind" shifting into first gear from neutral standing still. I'm told this isn't unusual for this model bike. The clutch, pressure plate and transmission innards were all inspected when the engine was rebuilt. Shifting to any gear, up or down, including first, is sure and silent when the bike is moving. Of course, as in any Brit bike of this ilk, there are "false" neutrals everywhere so one has to be a little sure while shifting.My personal vibe is that it shouldn’t be ridden over 50 - 55 mph. I ride this bike around the neighborhood and to the nearby mall. Also some pleasure riding on small country roads. I'm the guy that takes care of riders that crash on Interstates in a hospital setting. I don’t think riding this bike on a 4 lane highway at 70 mph is a strong idea. I have a brief video of a walk-around and a cold start in one kick on request. Note: The photo of me standing next to the bike was taken last Fall and the tail light was loose, under repair at that time. Since has been fixed and re-painted.