Highlights

Reported 7,915 miles from new
Extensively restored by experienced Triumph engineer
Mechanicals renovated and frame refurbished and powder coated
Utterly beautiful classic Bonneville
Desirable improved T140E bike

The Appeal

Britain really did build some brilliant bikes. And beautiful ones too, as this stunning Bonneville T140 shows. Classically finished in black with gold trim, neatly accented with chrome detailing, it is as much a design piece as a great bike to ride.

The T140E of 1978, of which this is one, received a host of improvements to make them more emissions-friendly. Many, such as this example, found themselves Stateside where their mix of comfort and burble performance made them popular alternatives to more homegrown fare.

This Meriden-built bike returned to these shores in July 2022 when the current keeper began a meticulous restoration process involving a very experienced Triumph engineer. The work included a mechanical overhaul and high quality restoration of the frame. The latter included a strip down, undercoat and powder coating. Other parts of the bike including many nuts and bolts, various brackets and the top and bottom fork yokes were also restored. New parts included handlebars, seat and wiring loom.

The result are clear from the photos - this is a very appealing bike. The T140 is a doyen of collectors because it rides as well as it looks. This one is reluctantly for sale, giving the buyer the benefit of all that recent work.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1978
Factory built at Meriden in August 1978 according to Owners Club correspondence
Originally registered overseas
First UK registered July 2022
One registered keeper since arriving in the UK
Genuine reason for sale due to changed circumstances
Reassembled by an experienced, time-served old school Triumph engineer
Invoices for and details of this work in history file and shown in photos
MOT exempt by age and also tax exempt
Current keeper hopes the bike will go to a fellow enthusiast
Many spares included such as oil filter gaskets and spark plugs
Panniers and other parts included as shown in photos
1 key set

The Condition

Factory standard, Meriden-built bike in superb condition
Extensive recent refurbishment by Triumph engineer as detailed above
This has included refurbishing and powder coating the frame and other parts
Various other parts have also been replaced as shown in photos and listed above
These include new handlebars and seat
Beautifully presented bike with black paintwork and gold decals
Chromework, trim and badges all very well kept as shown
There are some light signs of age such as pitting to silencers and wheels
The photographs indicate that these do not detract from the overall appeal
Frame with high-quality undercoat and powder-coated
All brackets and top and bottom fork yokes also refurbished
Tank and side panels paintwork looks in very good order
Very recent new downpipes, handlebars, and seat
Tyres in good condition
Tank and panels are lacquered to protect the paintwork from fuel
Some spare parts included such as pannier set

The Mechanics

750cc T140E specification Bonneville
5spd manual gearbox
Many brand new nuts and bolts
Oil filter modified to paper filter for improved oil filtering
Brand new wiring loom
Boyer electronic ignition
All electrics work correctly
New parts include new rear shock absorbers and fork seals
Some spare parts included as shown in photographs
Starts easily when cold and ticks over once warmed up
Handles very well, as a Bonneville should according to seller

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