1979 Triumph T140 750cc

1979 Triumph Bonneville

Price: US $6,400.00
Item location: Calera, Oklahoma, United States
Make: Triumph
Model: Bonneville
SubModel: T140 E Model
Type: Cruiser
Year: 1979
Mileage: 4,159
Color: Blue
Engine size: 750cc
Vehicle Title: Clear
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Description

This low mileage 750cc Triumph 5 speed is a Texas barn find that comes with complete documentation including : clear Texas title original dealer billof sale from Wilson's Motorcycles in Odessa original Triumph registration slip original yellow tag that was on theignition key in the showroom original Triumph warranty papers original owners handbook andoriginal tool kit extra ignition key fork lock and seat keys. This Triumph hasn't been on the road since 2009. It had not been started for a year when I looked at it-but started on the first kick. It still starts first kick idles at 500rpm runs smartly up through the gears and sounds like a Triumph should. This is the left hand shift front and rear disc brake oil in theframe model. it is extremely easy to pop upon the center stand.

  • The inside of the gas tank appears as new with no rust
  • The float bowls were cleaned and new fuel lines were installed
  • New clutch plates from the Bonneville Shop were installed as the old oneswerehardened and stuck together
  • The front and rear master cylinders were replaced with stainless cylinders from the Bonneville Shop along with new brake lines
  • The tires are Dunlop Road Master TT100's and appear original. They have minor age cracking
  • The seat is in excellent shape
  • Chrome on the fenders headlight and turn signal stalks is excellent
  • Rear wheel chrome has some minor rust spots from gravel dings
  • Frontwheel chrome is very good
  • Chain was cleaned and re-oiled
  • Gas tank paint is very good for age. Blue paint is very good/the white section has some very fine checking
  • Gas tank badges are excellent
  • Side cover paint is presentable but somewhat faded
  • Frame paint is good
  • Everything worksincluding original turn signals
  • Fluids changed filter cleaned filled with Valvoline 20-50
  • The battery holds a constant charge
  • All parts that were replaced will come with the motorycle
This Triumph would make an excellent well documented restoration project or afantastic cafe bike. Ready to ride just like it is. Cash or Paypal only. Buyer arranges transportation.

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