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Offline DPO

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My ‘71 Bonny
« on: August 06, 2020, 05:31:51 AM »
   Here’s my 1971 Triumph Bonneville, my 4th vintage Triumph. I’ve stupidly sold the previous 3, buyers remorse!
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Offline Zunspec

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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #1 on: August 06, 2020, 06:48:10 AM »
The final 650cc, nice one  8)
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Offline ekpent

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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #2 on: August 06, 2020, 08:04:22 AM »
 Nice bike. Since your on the forum what kind of Honda are you working on ?
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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #3 on: August 06, 2020, 10:28:40 AM »
dont sell that one !
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Offline Stev-o

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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #4 on: August 06, 2020, 03:48:25 PM »
Nice!  Can I ride it?!
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Offline BPellerine

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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #5 on: August 06, 2020, 06:18:03 PM »
had a 71 too,used to vibrate the tank and cause leaks at the front seam,the single bolt mount was not a great idea,the 69/70s were better,but I liked my norton better than all of them
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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #6 on: August 06, 2020, 08:01:23 PM »
 I like them. Had a 72. The OIF apparently made them handle a little better but the purists insist the earlier ones are better.
Maybe, maybe not?
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Offline BPellerine

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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #7 on: August 08, 2020, 03:24:31 PM »
it ran well but,I did not like the oil in frame,or the tank mounting system on mine
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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #8 on: August 08, 2020, 08:07:20 PM »
Quote from: BPellerine on August 08, 2020, 03:24:31 PM
it ran well but,I did not like the oil in frame,or the tank mounting system on mine
The OIF didn't bother me. Although I did read that they could develop a leak if the kick starter was overly used while it was on its main stand.

But have to admit , I wrestled abit with tank mounting too. I found it was good when I got the rubbers and the bolt all
in the exact right position but that was more luck than skill.
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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #9 on: August 08, 2020, 08:07:38 PM »
 nice. I am surprised at how affordable these bikes still are.  I can get a nice Bonnie for leases than a nice K1.
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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #10 on: August 08, 2020, 08:11:52 PM »
Another thing I liked was how light they are.
Recently sold a couple of bikes and seriously considered buying a 68 tiger. nearly.
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Offline BPellerine

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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #11 on: August 09, 2020, 04:14:52 AM »
light and narrow!still liked the norton better
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Re: My ‘71 Bonny
« Reply #12 on: August 09, 2020, 09:36:36 PM »
Quote from: BPellerine on August 09, 2020, 04:14:52 AM
light and narrow!still liked the norton better
Had a couple of rides on an 850 electric start. First ride ,nursed it around the place, didn't think much of it.
Second ride I got up it a bit. WOW, It was a different bike. I loved it.
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