Hi all, I'm a newbie hear and would like to introduce myself as Namron, to the forum. after owning various bikes, a Kettle, CB750, Lc350, Speed Twin T120. I now ride a Tiger 800 XRX probabley the best bike I've ever had the pleasure to ride. I'm now retired and to keep me occupied when not riding I've gone and bought a 1970 Triumph Bonneville. A nice bike, not concourse but nice, and something to do and keep me off the streets on these dark nights - so to speak. And that leads me to a question. As I've said a1970 model or so the seller claims. The engine and frame numbers are a match at beeing: T120-CD448xx. Was told that Triumph changed their dating system and the "C" is for the month i.e. March and the "D" is for the year 1970. Can anyone confirm that this is correct or not! Thanks Namron.
Check here https://www.tomcc.org/Triumph/FrameNumbers and here https://www.tricor-andy.com/triumph-engine-dating-information/ the seller has it correctly dated. The triumph owners club or VMCC will also confirm manufacture date and possibly delivery dealer and date if you contact them directly. Be aware they will charge you a small fee for doing so. Some photos would be good to see on here.
Hi all, Thanks for the welcome, and the conformation. Makes me feel better already. as i said it's ok but i like them to be good! it's just the way I am and they deserve to be looked after. here she is prior at the dealer. Hope you like her. Thanks
Namron Welcome to the family. Nice bike you have there mate. Do hit the upload a file button and let the inmates see the steed. Joe
Hi Joe, thank you and every one for the welcome to the club, much appreciated. Here is the 1970 Bonneville in all he Glory.
Russell James is a pretty good bloke with some nice bikes. Looks like you have another good one there, pretty 'aint they?
Hi Iron, yeh your probably right, but not good at sending reseipt of proof of purchase. Unless the secretary is preoccupide.
Thanks Joe. An old resturation but engine looks fine when you look inside the inlet and exhaust ports at the valve stems. Looks brand new, and probably are. It still needs a bit of money spending on her, she will get it over the coming winter months and she get what she needs. Infact I've already started! she'll keep me busy, and off the streets . Regards Joe Mate.
Hi Namron, welcome to this forum. We are so excited you have joined our team! You shared the picture, your bike looks so old. You should change your motorcycle and buy a new model design motorcycle.
Had a 20-plate speed twin T120 from new, prefer the Tiger. As for the 1970 Bonneville, can't beat the old ones The only trouble is. The more birthdays you have - the less you have to look forward to.