The updated Triumph Bonneville models dropped in 2016 with the new 1200cc motors and a whole host of other changes making a much improved base for a custom project.

With Euro 4 emission standards looming, Triumph went further than redeveloping the donk to meet the new rules and sharpened up almost all areas of the bike for a worthy development update that will see these new Bonnevilles be as popular and long lasting as their predecessors. 

Owner Leon came to Ellaspede prior to owning this bike, which sometimes is a welcome change as we were able to discuss his project ideas and advise of the most suitable donors to get him the best end result. After suggesting a few potential models to suit his dream build it wasn’t long before Leon found this near new example and rolled it back down to begin the build.

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