Description
Author: Peter Henshaw, ISBN: 9781845846091, 64 pages, published in 2014, paperback
STOP! Don’t buy a Triumph Trophy or Tiger without first buying this book!
Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author’s years of Triumph ownership, learn how to spot a bad bike quickly, and how to assess a promising bike like a professional. Get the right bike at the right price!
Synopsis
There are many books about Triumph, but most of them concentrate on the glamorous twin-carburettor Bonneville and three-cylinder Trident. Alongside these headline grabbing bikes, Triumph built a whole series of single-carb machines that had all the style of their twin-carb cousins, but were not much slower, delivered better fuel consumption, and were easier to live with.
Unlike the many books about Triumph’s history, this one is a straightforward, practical guide to buying a Trophy or Tiger secondhand. In the Veloce Essential Buyer’s Guide format, it delves into what these bikes are like to live with, and the values, advantages, and disadvantages of different models. Plus, of course, what to look for when buying one – including engine, transmission, frame, brakes, suspension, paint, chrome, and more.
Additional Information
Covers the period 1950-1983, and the following models:
1950-62: Pre-unit 650s – 6T Thunderbird, T110 Tiger 110, TR6 Trophy
1963-70: Unit 650s – 6T Thunderbird, TR6SS Trophy
1971-74: Oil-in-frame 650s – TR6RV Tiger
1973-77: Early Meriden – TR7 Tiger
1978-83: Late Meriden – TR7 Tiger, TR65 Thunderbird, TR7T Tiger Trail
Does not cover Twin-carburettor Triumph 650/750 (ie Bonneville), 350/500cc Tigers.
Contents
Introduction – the purpose of this book 3
1 Is it the right bike for you? – marriage guidance 6
2 Cost considerations – affordable, or a money pit? 8
3 Living with a Triumph twin – will you get along together? 9
4 Relative values – which model for you? 11
5 Before you view – be well informed 17
6 Inspection equipment – these items will really help 19
7 Fifteen minute evaluation – walk away or stay? 20
8 Key points – where to look for problems 22
9 Serious evaluation – 30 minutes for years of enjoyment 23
10 Auctions – sold! Another way to buy your dream 43
11 Paperwork – correct documentation is essential! 45
12 What’s it worth? – let your head rule your heart 48
13 Do you really want to restore? – it’ll take longer and cost more than you think 49
14 Paint problems – bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles 51
15 Problems due to lack of use – just like their owners, Triumph twins need exercise! 53
16 The Community – key people, organisations and companies in the Triumph world 55
17 Vital statistics – essential data at your fingertips 57
Index 64
