Hi all Newby here I have an absolutely original never been painted mint 1972 T120v Genuine 1600 miles There is still the original gold made in England sticker on the frame Been stood in a carpeted room for at least the 20 years I've known my daughter's father in law with the carbs and tank drained before storage. Cleaned the tank as there was the slightest of dusting inside Changed all the oils Castrol in both gear and engine fitted new battery took some finding for the right size,fuel pipes and give a clean with warm soapy water Fired up almost immediately Ran lumpy first few mins then after a short 10 mile run it's as sweet as a nut. Front brake took a bit of bedding in but good as new now 2 questions Does it need additive in the shell optimax and the million dollar one What's it worth
Beautiful bike! About 10 grand USD plus or minus 5 depending on condition and someone's eagerness to to own it
@Darryl Longley Welcome to the family. What a nice bike and picture. Prices are a bit up and down these days. People these days are looking for electric starts and find the kickstarts to much.
@Darryl Longley yes when i was riding my T140 i put the lead substitute in. And a Fuel Diamond. I of course have no proof any of these work but just peace of mind. Of course the later Brits had the hardened valve seat don't remember what year they started to use hardened valves. Perhaps have a chat with some one like @darkman there is a few valuable members here that restore the older Triumphs to better than new.
Morning everyone Thank you for all your replies I have been busy last couple of weeks so apologies for the late response I was out on the bike Friday afternoon and it really is like new Even with the tyres being a tad hard it rides well has plenty low down torque and is surprisingly comfortable. It had been stored in a carpeted man cave for last 25 years with no ultra violet light so the tyres aren't as bad as they could have been but will need changing. Met my brother who was out on his 890 KTM, what a contrast
