1975 Triumph 744cc T140 Bonneville Frame no. T140V DK61051 Engine no. T140V DK61051

1975 Triumph 744cc T140 Bonneville Registration no. HYS 750N Frame no. T140V DK61051 Engine no. T140V DK61051 'The Bonneville's biggest plus must be its weight, or rather, the lack of it. At just 424lb with a gallon of fuel, it's a hundredweight lighter than several Oriental machines of similar capacity.' – Bike magazine, January 1979. The final phase of Triumph twin development began in 1972 with the first appearance of the new enlarged-to-750cc version of the Bonneville, the increase in bore size necessitating a new crankcase to accommodate the larger barrel. Other improvements included a new ten-stud cylinder head, triplex primary chain, stronger transmission and a disc front brake. A five-speed gearbox, introduced on the preceding 650 Bonneville, was standard equipment on the 750. Despite the age of the basic design and strong competition from Japanese and European manufacturers, the Bonnie remained for many years the UK's top-selling 750 and was voted Motor Cycle News 'Machine of the Year' in 1979. Purchased by the current vendor in 1993 via 2 Wheels Edinburgh (purchase receipt on file), it was used sparingly before being put into storage within the collection. We're advised by the vendor that the mileage, 8,200 miles, is from new (but not warranted) and that the machine will require careful recommissioning before returning to the road. Offered with a V5C, V5, the aforementioned purchase receipt and expired MoT's. Offered with key 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. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing