Description
This motorcycle is Lot 40 to be auctioned by Bonhams at the Timed-Online January Sale, please see the Bonhams website for full details. The timed online auction runs between January 17th through January 27th, with lots closing from midday January 27th 2025.
Public Viewing:
Available 22nd January 2025 from 09:00 until 17:00, by appointment only at Bonhams Milton Keynes.
Lot 40
1964 Triton 650cc Café Racer
Registration no. 5958 EH
Frame no. unable to locate
Engine no. T110 71280
A happy marriage of Triumph power and Norton roadholding, courtesy of the latter's peerless Featherbed frame, the Triton is rightly regarded by enthusiasts as the quintessential British sports special. This hybrid first emerged in the 1950s and continues to be built by professionals and amateurs alike, enjoying marque status today. One of the first specials-builders to put the Triton into what might be termed 'limited production' was Dave Degens, proprietor of Dresda Autos. Riding one of his own Dresda Tritons, Degens won the prestigious Barcelona 24-Hour Endurance Race in 1965, defeating many works-entered bikes in the process, and went on to develop his own Featherbed-derived frame to take power units other than the original Triumph.
This 'old school' Triton was purchased by our vendor from an online auction site in 2010, at which time it was described as having a 'slimline frame, Triumph T110 big bearing crankcases, engine totally rebuilt, high compression pistons, E3134 cams, with quick radius followers... Borrani wheels with stainless spokes, new carburettor, ignition by a set of double points, and a Lyta petrol tank, all in excellent condition'.
Since acquisition, it has been kept on display in his living room and used only occasionally. In November 2011 a professional motorcycle engineer gave the machine a thorough check-over and carried out numerous remedial works to include fitting a new wiring loom and electronic voltage regulator/ rectifier; replacing both ignition coils; halogen headlamp conversion; fitting 'Ace' handlebars; and installing Gold Star-type silencers (see detailed bill for £542. 41 on file). The machine has been kept in running order and last ran 18 months ago. Accompanying paperwork includes sundry invoices; some expired MoTs; a selection of photographs; a Unity Special Equipe spares catalogue; and a V5C Registration Document.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
