Dating triumph motorcycles
Index
- How do I get a date certificate for my Triumph motorcycle?
- When did the Triumph motorcycle model number come out?
- How to identify a Triumph motorcycle engine?
- Is triumph a British motorcycle company?
- How do I Date my triumph frame/engine?
- Do I need a certificate of age for my Triumph motorcycle?
- How do I get a factory trace of my Triumph motorcycle?
- When did the Triumph motorcycle model number come out?
- Where is the engine number on a Triumph motorcycle?
- What was the engine number on a Triumph TR5?
- Is there a Triumph model chart?
- What do the letters mean on Triumph Motorcycles?
- Who makes Triumph Motorcycles in the UK?
- When did triumph stop making motorcycles?
- Who are the largest UK motorcycle manufacturers?
- How many Triumph Motorcycles have been sold to the military?
How do I get a date certificate for my Triumph motorcycle?
To apply for a Date Certificate for your Triumph motorcycle you need to get together as much documentation about your machine as possible, and as many photos as you can get your hands on. As a minimum you should have photos of both sides of the bike, the Engine Number, and the Frame Number.
When did the Triumph motorcycle model number come out?
This is a comprehensive table of Triumph model serial numbers from 1950 to 1983. Engine and frame numbers should match, as they did when the motorcycle was new from the Triumph factory.
How to identify a Triumph motorcycle engine?
Triumph engine number identification is very useful when you’re looking for parts. An engine number is found on the left side of the crankcase (engine block). It is imprinted on the crankcase below the cylinder barrel. The motorcycle engine number length varies based on year but is often 6-7 characters.
Is triumph a British motorcycle company?
Triumph Motorcycles Ltd is the largest British motorcycle manufacturer, established in 1983 by John Bloor after the original company Triumph Engineering went into bankrupt. The new company (initially Bonneville Coventry Ltd) continued Triumph’s record of motorcycle production since 1902.
How do I Date my triumph frame/engine?
If you are unsure of the year of the machine, below are the Triumph Frame / engine numbers to enable you to date it and thereby purchase the correct parts catalogue. To purchase the Parts catalogue for your machine go to Parts catalogues
Do I need a certificate of age for my Triumph motorcycle?
We are accredited by the DVLA to issue Certificates of Age on Triumph motorcycles. If you have an old Triumph motorcycle that has never been registered, or one that the DVLA do not have any records for, and you wish to retain the original (or obtain an age-related) registration number plate then you need this service.
How do I get a factory trace of my Triumph motorcycle?
VTR can obtain for you a Factory Trace of Standards and early Triumph models including: The cost of a factory trace is currently only $35.00 for the above models. Allow 30 days for processing. Please mail your check, payable to VTR in the amount of $35.00 (for each factory trace), specifying the year, model, and commission number, to:
When did the Triumph motorcycle model number come out?
This is a comprehensive table of Triumph model serial numbers from 1950 to 1983. Engine and frame numbers should match, as they did when the motorcycle was new from the Triumph factory.
Who makes Triumph Motorcycles in the UK?
Triumph Motorcycles Ltd is the largest UK-owned motorcycle manufacturer, established in 1983 by John Bloor after the original company Triumph Engineering went into receivership. The new company, initially called Bonneville Coventry Ltd, continued Triumph’s lineage of motorcycle production since 1902.
When did triumph stop making motorcycles?
Although the original Triumph Engineering company was founded in 1885, John Bloor bought the manufacturing rights and name in the year after the original brand was sold in 1971 and shortly ceased operation.
Who are the largest UK motorcycle manufacturers?
Triumph Motorcycles Ltd is the largest UK motorcycle manufacturer, established in 1983 by John Bloor after the original company Triumph Engineering went into receivership. The new company, initially called Bonneville Coventry Ltd, continued Triumphs record of motorcycle production since 1902.
How many Triumph Motorcycles have been sold to the military?
1945 Over the course of the war, Triumph has sold 50,000 motorcycles to the military. With the return of peace, the company focuses on three models, the Tiger 100, the Speed Twin and the smaller touring 349cc 3T. All models feature a telescopic front fork.
