1973
Triumph T 120 V Bonneville 650 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 887891 |
|---|---|
| Category | Touring |
| Make | Triumph |
| Model | T 120 V Bonneville 650 |
| Year | 1973 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Expanding brake |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 3.25-19 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 4.00-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 71.0 x 82.0 mm (2.8 x 3.2 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 649.00 ccm (39.60 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, four-stroke |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Power | 49.00 HP (35.8 kW)) @ 7200 RPM |
| Topspeed | 176.0 km/h (109.4 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
| Valvespercylinder | 2 |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds) |
About Triumph
Country of Origin:
United Kingdom
Founder:
Siegfried Bettmann (original); modern Triumph Motorcycles Ltd.
Best Known For:
Modern classics (Bonneville), Speed/Street Triple, Tiger ADV, and rich heritage
Company History
Triumph rose, fell, and rose again—reinvented as a modern manufacturer blending heritage with sharp engineering. The Bonneville family anchors the brand with air-/liquid-cooled twins that feel timeless yet include ABS, ride modes, and refined fueling. The Speed/Street Triple lines defined playful, usable performance with characterful triples; Tiger ADV models carried that feel into distance. Triumph’s attention to finishing, dealer support, and approachable ergonomics built a wide audience—from new riders to veterans returning for a bike that feels special daily. Historically, Triumph proves that heritage can power innovation when it informs proportions, sound, and feel rather than dictating technology.