1980 Triumph Bonneville T140E, 744cc. Registration number GW...

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£3,900

1980 Triumph Bonneville T140E, 744cc. Registration number GWA 714V. Frame number T140E CB26743. Engine number T140E CB6743.
The final phase of development of Triumph's vertical twin commenced in 1972 with the first appearance of the new 750cc version of the Bonneville. Other improvements included a new ten-stud cylinder head, triplex primary chain, stronger transmission, and a disc front brake, while a five-speed gearbox, introduced on the preceding 650 Bonneville, was standard equipment on the 750. After the Meriden debacle, Triumph continued with the Bonneville as its main model, ringing the changes to produce a succession of special and celebratory editions, while significant technological developments included the adoption of electronic ignition and the introduction of models with electric starting and an 8-valve head. It was, of course, too little too late and the company folded in the early 1980s.
GWA was purchased by our vendor in 2018 as a project, see photos on file!!
He has fully restored the machine at a cost, in parts, of close to £4,000, including a full engine rebuild and powder coating the frame along with paint, electrics and wheels. Just completed it has passed its MOT for many years and will require finally fettling so that it can be enjoyed for many years to come.
A serial restorer, our vendor has now moved onto another project.
Sold with the V5C, a list of the works undertaken, photos pre restoration and many receipts.