I enjoyed the video, Mike. Man I really need a haircut. I don’t think I’ve had one yet this year. Since we made the video I adjusted the idle/slow speed air screw to lean it out a little because the plugs looked like it was running rich. I also replaced the NGK resister plugs with Champion copper core non-resister plugs. I also replaced the NGK resister plug caps with Champion non-resister caps. After several test rides it is running great. No sputters. Hopefully this chapter is closed.
Great video! So you thought there was some electro-magnetic interference from the high output alternator plus low draw LED headlamp? The ferrous block on the igntion trigger leads initially thought to help? Was that still with the resistor plugs/caps in place? Usually it is the high tension spark discharges that give high interference and can be a problem for high tech ignition setups (Trispark etc) and sometimes the reg/rec can be affected. It is usually recommended to run suppressor type resistor caps or plugs to stop the EMI at source.
TornadoCAN99 Yes, when I replaced the Boyer ignition with the TriSpark ignition I followed the recommendation to use resister plugs and caps. I removed the non-resister Champion plugs and caps and installed the NGK resister plugs and caps. I had not tried running it with the Champions immediately following the TriSpark installation. It’s been running great since I put the Champions back in. I left the filter on the power feed to the TriSpark. It may not help but can’t hurt. 🙂
Richard I didn’t forget. I put a maintenance free sealed mesh type battery that’s working fine. The stator and voltage regulator easily keeps it charged up.
@@rscaryrsc Perhaps you had too much resistance (with plugs and caps, so about 10k Ohm per cylinder). This might be too much for your coils output to make a descent spark. Reducing total resistance by switching back to non-resistor plugs, still with resistance in caps (5k Ohm) might be better for your spark output and still suppressed enough for the Trispark and/or Reg/Rec setup.
Many thanks, yes that is a stunning bike, isn't it. Hoping to see it in the next couple of weeks and I will be sure to take some more clips of it at our local British field meeting. Best wishes, Mike
OMG, that was my first big bike ! Color too ! Except I had a Bonneville (two carbs instead of one ) ! I had to sell it when I got drafted into the US Army ! Wish I had kept it ! What great memories this has brought back ! Thank you so very much !
Thank you very much for your great comment. I really appreciate it. I don't know if you have seen this fantastic video by Jay Leno, but it's probably the 1964 Bonnie that you had!! ruclips.net/video/zKIow2Xj66I/видео.html Best wishes, Mike
triumphmanful: Yes the ‘64 like Jay Leno’s is the same colors, gold and white with the exception of the pin stripes between the colors. The ‘64 Bonneville had black pinstripes. The ‘65 TR6 Trophy had light blue pinstripes. Other than that and the 2 carbs on the Bonneville they looked identical.
gosh looking at all those beauties of the 60's it reminds me about my Senior High school time in Syracuse NY in 1969 I bought a BSA Lighting 650cc still today I think of my old bike, thanks for showing and hearing those old mufflers!!
Sounds like a real machine - the noise of the timing gears, push-rods and tappets all caught by the helmet visor; a very different riding experience against something else that sounds so mechanically tight, like a Commando, MotoGuzzi or 70-80s big Ducati where all you hear is the exhaust note. Another nice old motorcycle.
Stunning old Triumph. I used to own an old Tiger 90, the same year as his one. I'd bought it second hand and there was so much wrong with it that eventually I stripped the bike back to its bare bones and completely rebuilt it. Watching these cracking videos I'm itching to get myself another Triumph!
Those Burgess Silencers just make the Triumph sound love it. Thanks to Scott for keeping this great bike on the road. Mike it's such a joy to have these guys sharing their pride & joy with us. atvb t ..
Thank you Terry!! I can't believe how much fun and how successful this little series has been. I have a few more in the pipeline so there should be a few more episodes to come yet ;) Best wishes, Mike
Worth a second look. Those '60s Triumphs with the "ball snatcher" on the tank were precisely what formed my notions as to what a motorcycle OUGHT TO look like as an urchin on the streets of Boston.
What a lovely looking bike. Thanks Mike for bringing us such a variety and number of classic British motorcycles to our screens. I'm surprised that your neighbours in the cul-de-sac aren't lined up to watch the bike show at your place.
Mr Crow certainly has fine taste, as do all your visitors. You do have a great bunch of friends, and your Mighty Cul de Sac is an excellent setting. As has been mentioned before this is an excellent series.👍. Oh and beautiful bike by the way.
Hehe, that crow has been with us for quite a while now, hasn't he, Neil 🙂 it may actually be the son of the original crow, who's Dad told him all about the amazing old bikes in the neighborhood 🙂. I consider myself very lucky to have such great friends in this little motorcycle community. Best wishes, Mike
The Mighty Garage , Son of Crow, mmm now there’s a thought🤔. I live on a busy A road just north of London and the traffic and noise is horrendous. It gets worse every year and is becoming 24/7.😠. Watching your videos is honestly a breath of fresh air and something to look forward to, whether it’s a bit of spannering or something more social. The Mighty Cul de Sac is an oasis amid all this madness, well for me anyway, so keep up the excellent work. All the best.
You did it again great video this would be excellent viewing for mainstream TV thank goodness for you tube and for people like you who put the time and effort in to produce this enjoyed content.
Thank you Colin!! I really appreciate it. It's amazing how much time it takes to edit these little videos.. it's becoming a full-time job, but I love it 🙂 Best wishes, Mike
I bought a new red 1963 TR6 for $895. A week later it was hit by a drunk driver while parked in front of the MC shop. I took the insurance $ and bought a new 1963 gold Bonneville. These were the first year of unit construction. I was 18 at the time. Great memories. I have owned several different MC since, but these were among the best in the day.
I know what you mean. This bike, because it is identical to that ‘65 TR6 I had back in high school and college, it brings back so many great memories from those happy days.
Thank you! Yes, I can't believe how popular the visits have been. I have a few more in the pipeline so there should be a few more to come! I had thought about doing little "profile" videos of our club members and their bikes, but these videos have been so much more fun. Best wishes, Mike
I bought one just like it in 1965 and this one does look better because the paints now are better than the paints in the 60s. Especially so for the black paint used on the frame. It would rub off on the polishing cloth.
I just bought my first old Triumph last week, a 1964 Trophy. What a fun bike. Mine isn't as pretty as his, but it runs like a dream. I was thinking about upgrading to LED lights but I wasn't sure if that's what he said was giving him problems with his bike. Mine is a 6V system, still running original points.
Hi Mike, really loving this tales from the cul de sac brilliant! So much care taken in all them beautiful bikes.. I wish I lived down your street..😜👍 Keep up the good work mate.. kind regards Eddie
Hi Eddie. Many thanks for your note. I'm glad you like the vids. I'm hoping to have more bikes over again this year and have sent invitations out, so here's hoping for some interesting appearances. Best wishes, Mike
I am so jealous of the way that bike starts so easily. And as I hear the rain is coming down, which means no gardening hurrah, time to have a go at getting my Spitfire started again. Nice one Mike.
Thanks a lot! I heard that the weather had changed. Yes, I know what you mean. When it starts raining, I don't feel as guilty staying indoors and it's a good opportunity to work on projects. Hope all is well. Best wishes, Mike
@@TheMightyGarage I failed. Went into the garage saw how many bikes i would have to shift to get the Spit on the bench, felt the cold and threw in the towel for another day.
@@TheMightyGarage ruclips.net/video/6KenIKLb66c/видео.html Here is an old clip of when I first put the mufflers on. They are by a British company called Dunstall. They sound a bit deeper now.
Thank you very much Brendan. It has been so much fun. There are a few more lined up so hopefully it will last a little while longer ;) Best wishes, Mike
What a lovely bike! Makes me feel guilty for not fixing the mysterious short on my ‘68 Trophy Special. Fuse keeps blowing and I nothing about electrics. If you’re ever in NY Mike... jus’ say in’ LoL Please keep those videos coming, really enjoying them, thank you.
First check is look in headlight for any uninsulated connections & use insulating tape over any suspects, then try disconnecting various parts of wiring and running to see if you can ind trouble area. Other classics fuse blow; shorting of connector on back of zenner diode (flying egg) because of vibration of mounting bracket, a 68 probably has that set up. Normal triumph mains fuse 12v 35 amp.
Hi Mike, Love the 1965 Triumph TR6. It looks very good in gold and cream, and yes, it sounds wonderful. This bike looks like a proper bike, great proportions and design. Still enjoying your channel, love your videos. I’m currently rebuilding my 1978 Ducati SD 900 Darmah. All the best.
Hi Colin, thank you very much for your note. I'm glad you enjoy the videos. Wow, the Ducati Darmah is a really cool bike. Good luck with your project! Best wishes
@@TheMightyGarage Mike, you are such a lovely man. Softly spoken, compassionate and generous and polite. You are a biker through and through and an Englishman (or maybe Welsh - hope I didn’t offend you). If you could cook I’d probably want to ‘Roger’ you. Seriously though, I’ve been married to the same woman for 50 years, you’re safe. Your wife must be good too, to put up with all that bike stuff in your life. I can no longer go in a motorcycle shop with my wife. If I crouch down to look at a bike or say, oh that’s lovely, I look up and she’s got the Platinum Card out at the counter and will buy the thing. Same with guitar shops. Oh my, I’m so hard one by ! Suck eggs everybody ! She’s wonderful ! One day I’ll tell you about how I acquired that Darmah. Cheers Mike.
@@TheMightyGarage So, the Darmah: One day I was at home in Melbourne Victoria doing my usual Saturday morning scan of the paper’s bikes for sale ads. A 1978 Ducati 900SD caught my eye. Minimal mileage and well kept. Within 15 minutes I was on my way to see it. A few suburbs away we stood looking at the black and gold beauty, just over a year old and one owner. I was offered a test ride and didn’t need asking twice. My wallet was bulging, having just returned from an overseas assignment. The ride was wonderful, that big Vee twin was seductive. On the way back, I slowed as I approached the man’s driveway. My wife was standing there beside our car with the man and I just called out, ‘pay him what he wants, I’m going home !’ That was that, I owned a Ducati. A week later I was headed on a summer ride to the yearly bike and music festival located on a beautiful property owned by The Hells Angels. The dirt track in to the farm was lined with Police vehicles, and we were all funnelled down a ‘Police processing line.’ First stop was offensive weapons, no problem there and I moved up to licences, followed by road worthiness and outstanding warrants, again no problem. Next stop was vehicle registration, here I was ‘noticed.’ The conversation went something like this. Plod: ‘Rego !’ Me: I produced the document, which had not been transferred to my name yet. Plod: Is you name Mr. xxx ? Me: Er, no your officership. Plod: Then why are you riding his motorcycle? Me: Well actually, your inconvenience, it’s mine ! I just bought it a week ago. Plod: Where did you buy it then ? Me: Er, I can’t actually remember the exact suburb, but in Melbourne, your lowliness. Plod: We’ll how much did you pay for it, smartarse ? Me: Actually, I’m not sure ! Plod: How can that be ? You don’t know were you bought it and you don’t know how much you paid for it. Well who did you buy it from then ? Me: It was a really nice young man with dark hair, I think. He was a student. Plod: Why don’t you know ? Me: Well actually, you won’t believe this, but the bike was bought for me as a present by a nice lady. Plod: Yeh right ! Well piss off and don’t get in any more trouble. A helpful boot up the rectum was just what I needed to get back on my bike. I didn’t get in any more trouble, and for clarity I’m not a Hells Angel, in fact I’m a professional man, like all the friends I came with. It turned out to be a great concert, with Canned Heat playing, and a lot of local bands. On Saturday night, there was a raffle. The prize was a 1,000 cans of beer and a woman. The man who won it had most of the cans taken from him, a slab or two at a time, by the ‘ugly boys.’ (A slab is 12 cans for those who don’t speak Australian). Who’s going to argue when they come around your tent in their ‘colours’ saying, ‘you won’t need all those cans will you ?’ They boys can be quite persuasive ! Now it’s forty odd tears later and I’m approaching my fourth nut and bolt rebuild. The old girl has been a joy to own and we’ve covered some lovely ground together. It’s been very reliable although once on a freeway it did pull the starter motor on line at 4,200 rpm in top gear. That was interesting!
The street of dreams or should that be The Cul-de-Sac of dreams. Great looking bike, sounds like they should 👍 looking forward to the next visit 😎 All the best Mike ☕️
You have just proven what I say to a lot of people run your bike as much as possible they were made for day to day transport and then its just a running work in progress stay safe
Absolutely Ian. Sitting unused for months or years does them no good at all. The original 65 TR6 I had rarely had a chance to cool off the 5 years I owned it. This one leaked from several places when I first got it. It’s getting better as I ride it and retighten the cover screws when it cools. I doubt it will ever stop completely at this point.
The oil leaking is due to the tooling in the factory getting worn and not being replaced I have never been able to to stop the loss of a small amount of oil I just keep things tight to minimise it like yourself stay safe
These bikes didn’t come with mirrors or turn signals or even a switch for the front brake to light the brake light. So I guess none of these add ons are authentic. But I’d say good mirrors are essential for safe riding. Using hand signals for turns and making a habit of always using front and rear brakes together takes care of the other two.
Something about those pea shooter mufflers! They always sound so good. Not a major fan of the look but the sound cannot be beat. These guys seem a little nervous when they first pull up...reluctant stars. Lol.
Hehe, I know what you mean Paulie. It is a little awkward talking in front of the camera. I should probably hide the cameras in the bushes ;) Best wishes, Mike
Very nice to see a Trophy in such nice condition, most of these were hacked about in the 60s, I always remember these as having a red/orange coloured tank, is this the colour for the export model ? Stay safe ! Chris B.
This bike had been used as a flat track racer. But the original tank and fenders had been removed, undamaged, for racing. The originals are on the bike but were repainted in 2000 during restoration. I feel very fortunate to have found this bike.
Beautiful bike, got a 68 but not in quite as good shape as that. Electric over voltage don't think so but if running LEDs like me could try turning 6 thou off of rotor that reduces alternator's power output (and uses a little less engine power which is why i did it). Could be fuel starvation I drill out bottom carb bolt ( the hollow bolt with side hole) that fuel line comes in on , either larger hole or two holes, its one carb feeding two cylinders and that keeps the float fully topped up when accelerating. Best wishes
@Leeds Man: Thanks for the info. I had checked the voltage from the regulator and it was right on. The voltage regulator that was on the bike when I first got it didn't have cooling fins, got hot and apparently burned out. This one doesn't get hot at all. I don't think it is electrical "noise" anymore either but I'm leaving the filter on for now. I did find that it was running rich at slow speed though so It opened up the slow speed air adjustment to lean it out a little. I recall that even on cold days it would start first kick with no choke applied. I should have taken that as a clue it was too rich on the slow speed circuit. Since I leaned it out I now have to use the choke for a cold start. That's more like what I expect. So it may not be perfect yet but I think I'm at least getting close. It's certainly running great as it is now.
@@rscaryrsc Good to hear, The drill bolt trick is always good to do anyway, the other off the wall 'ive tried all the normal suggestions' change is fit a thicker/insulating 'washer' between the carb and inlet manifold helps with any vibes of float bowl or if its hot, I guess more chance of that in US than Uk. have fun. My home patch www.google.com/maps/@53.9867845,-1.8866728,3a,75y,173.53h,81.49t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1syHr3VOvx6W_v-ZGC_7CUyg!2e0!7i13312!8i6656
Thanks a lot, I will try and do a follow up with Scott, and I have also "pinned" a comment from Scott at the top of the comments where he explains some of the latest changes to try and fix that. A fellow called @Leeds Man has also offered some great advice. Cheers, Mike
@@rscaryrsc Ha ha . The drive on my taho crapped it three years ago. I got the new parts the next day. They are still in the box.One of these days Im gonna fix it.
Hi Mike, as a new convert to your channel from the UK (Wales), i'm curious how you ended up in the United States, and what do you think about living there with regards to the climate, culture, bike riding etc. Hope i'm not being too nosey.
Thanks Arthur. Yes, my wife and I emigrated to the States in 1997. We came just for a year and a change of life and ended up staying! It has been an incredible experience, even with the ups and downs over the years. We still miss our family from the UK but we love Portland, Oregon. It's like the UK in many ways and is as big as England. It's also quite diverse geographically with mountains, coast lines, deserts and forests. I consider myself very very lucky to have such great friends in the vintage motorcycle community. Best wishes, Mike
Just put old points back in ,electronics dont like big variations in battery voltages never had any issues with points as long as you can get decent condencers
Thanks Billy. Great point. I'm working on getting some better microphones and have tried using a directional mic for the latest video. I hope it will sound better. Cheers, Mike
Thanks , one of the nicer Turner twins imho. Perhaps a bit of overthink? Lots of mods and sounds great at idle, but fluffed a bit as he said coming out of the turn into the cul de sac. Throttle slide cutaway maybe but barely off the pilot. One thing occurred to me was fuel and plugs. I don’t know What ethanol content is common in the U S but sitting around even for short periods can attract alot of water this side of the pond, also spark plugs Now the quality is poorer and counterfeits are commonplace. Interesting about the loads on the electrical system, most brit bikes before the all pervasive safety culture of modern times ran without lights on at all in daylight wether they were incandescent or not , surely the old fashioned zener diode Disposed of the excess energy and protected the battery, which I assume this bike was equipped with oe ? Sorry not trying to be nit picky just thinking aloud so to speak.
All good information, John. This bike only gets non-ethanol premium. It doesn’t get ridden often. What I’ve done since this video includes: opened slow speed “air” screw half turn; replaced NGK resister plugs and caps with Champion N5C non-resister plugs and caps; set plug gap at .030. I did several short rides between rain last couple weeks. Went on a 30 mile ride today that included slow speed putting around, hills and 70mph cruising. The bike ran great. No sputters at all. Now it also need the choke when cold so I think I had the mixture too rich before. I’m very pleased with the way it is now running. Thanks for your input.
@@rscaryrsc scott thank you for reading my off the cuff remarks., interesting indeed. Is your Reg reg a Podtronics item, which I know are produced in US?
You’ll notice the Triumph’s classic fuel tank doesn’t have an exposed pinch-weld like the cheaply (and aesthetically wonky) ones Triumph stamps out today. Well, that’s not entirely true, the new Rocket 3 and T120 scramblers offer hidden pinch-welds, but the rest look like cheap tin-toys.
I might get some negative comments for this, but storing a bike is a dreadful thing. It was made to be ridden not just looked at - if it ain't ridden it is not a motorcycle but a collection of parts masquerading as one, it's just an ornament !
I agree with you Thakery. This bike was restored to be a concourse bike 20 years ago. Thankfully the owner decided to sell it. But it only had 25 miles on it so it had not been debugged following it’s restoration. I’ve had it 4 years now and after years of fixes and following a test ride today after a long list of fixes, I think you could ride this bike anywhere. A vintage bike will always need more attention than a modern bike so just have your tools with you. I love riding this bike.
@@rscaryrsc I am a life-long biker - 44+ years of Brit bikes and now Harleys which I modify a lot so I know what you are saying about tools though I never carry them unless there is something that I know will need 'fixing' and go on a long ride. That is a great bike - take good care of it so the next guy has a little less to do.....
Thanks Trevor, yes its' a still work in progress. I guess British bikes are always a work in progress. Scott has done some more work on the bike (noted in the top comment) and he reports that it is running much better now.. for now. Best wishes, Mike
@@rscaryrsc Practicality and looks often clash. Western bars are wide enough without adding 8 inches to the width of the bars. In my home state Victoria Australia you are allowed to split lanes in some circumstances so I want to be as narrow as possible to slip thru. Way back in the 60s most cars in Oz didnt have any external mirror. Now the mirrors on some cars are gigantic.
Roman Dybala No lane splitting in Oregon. Heck, we can’t even pump gas in our own autos. “Too dangerous!” We can pump gas in our motorcycles though. The attendants don’t want to risk dripping fuel on our tank.
Wow, I just watched this after the first one, and it sounds so much smoother, throatier altogether really running great. Thanks for the lighting and ignition tip, that sounds like just the ticket. My 64 was red, but otherwise exactly the same, TR6R.
This is really beautiful, I've been looking at these, trying to remember my own TR6R, something I didn't do at the time, 77, took it for granted, then sold it after going overseas, and buying an old flathead 45 harley. I really miss that old 650, and hope to own a triumph I'm bidding on right at this time. Got my fingers crossed, I really enjoyed mine far more than I gave it credit for. This is absolutely right. The sound is top shelf. Thanks!
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I enjoyed the video, Mike. Man I really need a haircut. I don’t think I’ve had one yet this year. Since we made the video I adjusted the idle/slow speed air screw to lean it out a little because the plugs looked like it was running rich. I also replaced the NGK resister plugs with Champion copper core non-resister plugs. I also replaced the NGK resister plug caps with Champion non-resister caps. After several test rides it is running great. No sputters. Hopefully this chapter is closed.
Great video! So you thought there was some electro-magnetic interference from the high output alternator plus low draw LED headlamp? The ferrous block on the igntion trigger leads initially thought to help? Was that still with the resistor plugs/caps in place? Usually it is the high tension spark discharges that give high interference and can be a problem for high tech ignition setups (Trispark etc) and sometimes the reg/rec can be affected. It is usually recommended to run suppressor type resistor caps or plugs to stop the EMI at source.
TornadoCAN99 Yes, when I replaced the Boyer ignition with the TriSpark ignition I followed the recommendation to use resister plugs and caps. I removed the non-resister Champion plugs and caps and installed the NGK resister plugs and caps. I had not tried running it with the Champions immediately following the TriSpark installation. It’s been running great since I put the Champions back in. I left the filter on the power feed to the TriSpark. It may not help but can’t hurt. 🙂
re: it may sound strange but don't forget the battery.
Richard I didn’t forget. I put a maintenance free sealed mesh type battery that’s working fine. The stator and voltage regulator easily keeps it charged up.
@@rscaryrsc Perhaps you had too much resistance (with plugs and caps, so about 10k Ohm per cylinder). This might be too much for your coils output to make a descent spark. Reducing total resistance by switching back to non-resistor plugs, still with resistance in caps (5k Ohm) might be better for your spark output and still suppressed enough for the Trispark and/or Reg/Rec setup.
That has to be one of the best sounding Triumphs I've ever heard!
Many thanks, yes that is a stunning bike, isn't it. Hoping to see it in the next couple of weeks and I will be sure to take some more clips of it at our local British field meeting. Best wishes, Mike
OMG, that was my first big bike ! Color too ! Except I had a Bonneville (two carbs instead of one ) ! I had to sell it when I got drafted into the US Army ! Wish I had kept it ! What great memories this has brought back ! Thank you so very much !
Thank you very much for your great comment. I really appreciate it. I don't know if you have seen this fantastic video by Jay Leno, but it's probably the 1964 Bonnie that you had!! ruclips.net/video/zKIow2Xj66I/видео.html Best wishes, Mike
@@TheMightyGarage Yes, I had seen it ! It was great too ! Triumph was the best back in the 60 's ! New ones are not the same as those classics !
triumphmanful: Yes the ‘64 like Jay Leno’s is the same colors, gold and white with the exception of the pin stripes between the colors. The ‘64 Bonneville had black pinstripes. The ‘65 TR6 Trophy had light blue pinstripes. Other than that and the 2 carbs on the Bonneville they looked identical.
I was in awe when the bike was running on the center stand and the rear wheel wasn't spinning!
Haha, I know just what you mean ;) It must be the only bike that actually does that ;)
Beautiful bike lovely to see ole work horses living high life new parts all over place
Thanks Gary.It sure is a beautiful bike! Cheers, Mike
gosh looking at all those beauties of the 60's it reminds me about my Senior High school time in Syracuse NY
in 1969 I bought a BSA Lighting 650cc still today I think of my old bike, thanks for showing and hearing those old mufflers!!
Thank you Sergio! I hope you will like this video of John's Lightning! ruclips.net/video/5fbEHj7tsSM/видео.html Best wishes, Mike
Thanks Mike! I can't ride until August. I come here for my motorcycle fix. I feel better now.
Thanks Larry! I hope you are doing okay and these vids help a little. Best wishes, Mike
@@TheMightyGarage Healing up well. I have a new cam & exhaust on one of my rides. It sounds so sweet!
Absolutely gorgeous looking Triumph!
Thank you Sameed! It's lovely, isn't it! Best wishes, Mike
@@TheMightyGarage perhaps in my view these were the last years of good looking motorcycles, after this it kinda went bad design wise
Sounds like a real machine - the noise of the timing gears, push-rods and tappets all caught by the helmet visor; a very different riding experience against something else that sounds so mechanically tight, like a Commando, MotoGuzzi or 70-80s big Ducati where all you hear is the exhaust note. Another nice old motorcycle.
Thank you Kym! Yes, it sounds so great doesn't it. Cheers, Mike
Awesome! Classic Triumph.
Stunning old Triumph. I used to own an old Tiger 90, the same year as his one. I'd bought it second hand and there was so much wrong with it that eventually I stripped the bike back to its bare bones and completely rebuilt it. Watching these cracking videos I'm itching to get myself another Triumph!
Those Burgess Silencers just make the Triumph sound love it.
Thanks to Scott for keeping this great bike on the road. Mike it's such a joy to have these guys sharing their pride & joy with us.
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Thank you Terry!! I can't believe how much fun and how successful this little series has been. I have a few more in the pipeline so there should be a few more episodes to come yet ;) Best wishes, Mike
Scott, beautiful bike and nice job keeping it in tip top shape!
Gorgeous machine!
What a Bike 😜👍
Oh it is such a good looking bike, Mick! And it sounds fantastic. Cheers, Mike
Worth a second look. Those '60s Triumphs with the "ball snatcher" on the tank were precisely what formed my notions as to what a motorcycle OUGHT TO look like as an urchin on the streets of Boston.
Hehe, thank you Bill! I hope all is well. Best wishes, Mike
At least it didn't have the bacon slicer front number plate like we used to have in the UK. My old 1958 6T had one of them
Beautiful bike. I really enjoy this series it brings back so many memories. Thank you.
Thank you Bernie! I'm glad that you are enjoying these vids. Hopefully there will be a few more to come. Best wishes, Mike
What a lovely looking bike. Thanks Mike for bringing us such a variety and number of classic British motorcycles to our screens. I'm surprised that your neighbours in the cul-de-sac aren't lined up to watch the bike show at your place.
Hehe, thank you Peter! Yes, I don't think they have any idea what's going on ;) Best wishes, Mike
Absolutely brilliant these cul-de-sac episode, just brilliant.👍👍🙏🙏
By now, the local constables know when to stop all traffic (pedestrian and otherwise) before shooting begins and Mike yells "Action!"
Thank you Phil! I really appreciate your kind note. It has been so much fun. Best wishes, Mike
OOH that sound
Stunning
Mr Crow certainly has fine taste, as do all your visitors. You do have a great bunch of friends, and your Mighty Cul de Sac is an excellent setting. As has been mentioned before this is an excellent series.👍. Oh and beautiful bike by the way.
Hehe, that crow has been with us for quite a while now, hasn't he, Neil 🙂 it may actually be the son of the original crow, who's Dad told him all about the amazing old bikes in the neighborhood 🙂. I consider myself very lucky to have such great friends in this little motorcycle community. Best wishes, Mike
The Mighty Garage , Son of Crow, mmm now there’s a thought🤔. I live on a busy A road just north of London and the traffic and noise is horrendous. It gets worse every year and is becoming 24/7.😠. Watching your videos is honestly a breath of fresh air and something to look forward to, whether it’s a bit of spannering or something more social. The Mighty Cul de Sac is an oasis amid all this madness, well for me anyway, so keep up the excellent work. All the best.
Great Guy's amazing bike's that triumph is a beautiful bike
It really is a wonderful bike Frank! Best wishes, Mike
So beautiful!
You did it again great video this would be excellent viewing for mainstream TV thank goodness for you tube and for people like you who put the time and effort in to produce this enjoyed content.
Thank you Colin!! I really appreciate it. It's amazing how much time it takes to edit these little videos.. it's becoming a full-time job, but I love it 🙂 Best wishes, Mike
I bought a new red 1963 TR6 for $895. A week later it was hit by a drunk driver while parked in front of the MC shop. I took the insurance $ and bought a new 1963 gold Bonneville. These were the first year of unit construction. I was 18 at the time. Great memories. I have owned several different MC since, but these were among the best in the day.
I know what you mean. This bike, because it is identical to that ‘65 TR6 I had back in high school and college, it brings back so many great memories from those happy days.
Scott Cary : It was my 1st year of college too. I rode it home from WI to Oh through Chicago. I felt like the King of the Road!
Such a handsome machine. And that sound! It looks like you'll have to make this an ongoing series Mike, you've really hit a viewer sweet spot.
Thank you! Yes, I can't believe how popular the visits have been. I have a few more in the pipeline so there should be a few more to come! I had thought about doing little "profile" videos of our club members and their bikes, but these videos have been so much more fun. Best wishes, Mike
the bike seems just came out of factory even better well done guys
I bought one just like it in 1965 and this one does look better because the paints now are better than the paints in the 60s. Especially so for the black paint used on the frame. It would rub off on the polishing cloth.
I just bought my first old Triumph last week, a 1964 Trophy. What a fun bike. Mine isn't as pretty as his, but it runs like a dream. I was thinking about upgrading to LED lights but I wasn't sure if that's what he said was giving him problems with his bike. Mine is a 6V system, still running original points.
Real Triumphs have a 360 degree crank. That's the classic Triumph sound. Absolutely beautiful Bonneville. Creme cicle color?
Thank you Michael. Best wishes, Mike
Hi Mike, really loving this tales from the cul de sac brilliant! So much care taken in all them beautiful bikes.. I wish I lived down your street..😜👍 Keep up the good work mate.. kind regards Eddie
Hi Eddie. Many thanks for your note. I'm glad you like the vids. I'm hoping to have more bikes over again this year and have sent invitations out, so here's hoping for some interesting appearances. Best wishes, Mike
I’ll look forward to that Mike 😊👍
Another great installment in the Cul-de-Sac Series Mike. Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it Paul. Thanks a lot for your comment. There should hopefully be a few more coming. Best wishes, Mike
such nice sounds and lovely lines!
That's one beautiful bike!
Great bike . Wonderful rider!
Thank you for your kind note. Scott is a really great guy! Best wishes, Mike
Beautiful old Trumpy, love the vids Mike !
Thanks a lot Greg. I'm glad that you are enjoying them. It has been such fun and a great relief from everything else at the moment. Best wishes, Mike
Keep them coming Mike! This is a really good series.
Thanks very much AJ! Much appreciated, best wishes, Mike
I am so jealous of the way that bike starts so easily. And as I hear the rain is coming down, which means no gardening hurrah, time to have a go at getting my Spitfire started again. Nice one Mike.
Thanks a lot! I heard that the weather had changed. Yes, I know what you mean. When it starts raining, I don't feel as guilty staying indoors and it's a good opportunity to work on projects. Hope all is well. Best wishes, Mike
@@TheMightyGarage I failed. Went into the garage saw how many bikes i would have to shift to get the Spit on the bench, felt the cold and threw in the towel for another day.
the way that bike starts up first kick
I know... I promise I didn't edit the videos ;) he really did start it first kick every time! Best wishes, Mike
Finally, a bike for the everyman.
Beautiful bike. I put same mufflers on my 2015 Bonnie and they sound amazing and similar tone.
Oh, that's a great idea to put the older style mufflers on a new Bonnie. I bet it sounds really cool. Best wishes, Mike
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Here is an old clip of when I first put the mufflers on. They are by a British company called Dunstall. They sound a bit deeper now.
One beautiful bike after another! Love the chat as much as the bikes, hope you can keep doing this forever LOL. Cheers, B
Thank you very much Brendan. It has been so much fun. There are a few more lined up so hopefully it will last a little while longer ;) Best wishes, Mike
Brand new they never looked like this. Perfection sticks out like a sore thumb.
Thanks Stephen, I agree. It has got to be one of the nicest looking Triumphs. Best wishes, Mike
Really enjoyed this vid.. just like being there..gleaning lots of info from nice people. Would love to see Triumphs in the 350-500 range. Andy
Thank you Andy! I have a Triumph 500 in mind and will see what we can do ;) Cheers, Mike
What a great bike! A realy easy kicker.
Mike, keep it running...
Thank you Nikola! There should be a few more episodes to follow. Best wishes, Mike
That bike sounds great 👌
Thanks a lot Mike, Cheers!
@@TheMightyGarage you're welcome...glad I stumbled on your channel...the cul-de-sac videos are really cool. Love British bikes!
What a lovely bike! Makes me feel guilty for not fixing the mysterious short on my ‘68 Trophy Special. Fuse keeps blowing and I nothing about electrics. If you’re ever in NY Mike... jus’ say in’ LoL Please keep those videos coming, really enjoying them, thank you.
First check is look in headlight for any uninsulated connections & use insulating tape over any suspects, then try disconnecting various parts of wiring and running to see if you can ind trouble area. Other classics fuse blow; shorting of connector on back of zenner diode (flying egg) because of vibration of mounting bracket, a 68 probably has that set up. Normal triumph mains fuse 12v 35 amp.
I had that issue. I went to a "thicker" fuse than the wire type. Same size different type. Worked. Maybe it's that simple. Worth a shot.
Great video amazing bike looks absolutely fantastic just subscribed stay safe 🇬🇧👍🏻
Hi Mike, Love the 1965 Triumph TR6. It looks very good in gold and cream, and yes, it sounds wonderful. This bike looks like a proper bike, great proportions and design. Still enjoying your channel, love your videos. I’m currently rebuilding my 1978 Ducati SD 900 Darmah. All the best.
Hi Colin, thank you very much for your note. I'm glad you enjoy the videos. Wow, the Ducati Darmah is a really cool bike. Good luck with your project! Best wishes
@@TheMightyGarage Mike, you are such a lovely man. Softly spoken, compassionate and generous and polite. You are a biker through and through and an Englishman (or maybe Welsh - hope I didn’t offend you). If you could cook I’d probably want to ‘Roger’ you. Seriously though, I’ve been married to the same woman for 50 years, you’re safe. Your wife must be good too, to put up with all that bike stuff in your life. I can no longer go in a motorcycle shop with my wife. If I crouch down to look at a bike or say, oh that’s lovely, I look up and she’s got the Platinum Card out at the counter and will buy the thing. Same with guitar shops. Oh my, I’m so hard one by ! Suck eggs everybody ! She’s wonderful ! One day I’ll tell you about how I acquired that Darmah. Cheers Mike.
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So, the Darmah:
One day I was at home in Melbourne Victoria doing my usual Saturday morning scan of the paper’s bikes for sale ads. A 1978 Ducati 900SD caught my eye. Minimal mileage and well kept. Within 15 minutes I was on my way to see it. A few suburbs away we stood looking at the black and gold beauty, just over a year old and one owner. I was offered a test ride and didn’t need asking twice. My wallet was bulging, having just returned from an overseas assignment. The ride was wonderful, that big Vee twin was seductive. On the way back, I slowed as I approached the man’s driveway. My wife was standing there beside our car with the man and I just called out, ‘pay him what he wants, I’m going home !’ That was that, I owned a Ducati.
A week later I was headed on a summer ride to the yearly bike and music festival located on a beautiful property owned by The Hells Angels. The dirt track in to the farm was lined with Police vehicles, and we were all funnelled down a ‘Police processing line.’ First stop was offensive weapons, no problem there and I moved up to licences, followed by road worthiness and outstanding warrants, again no problem. Next stop was vehicle registration, here I was ‘noticed.’ The conversation went something like this.
Plod: ‘Rego !’
Me: I produced the document, which had not been transferred to my name yet.
Plod: Is you name Mr. xxx ?
Me: Er, no your officership.
Plod: Then why are you riding his motorcycle?
Me: Well actually, your inconvenience, it’s mine ! I just bought it a week ago.
Plod: Where did you buy it then ?
Me: Er, I can’t actually remember the exact suburb, but in Melbourne, your lowliness.
Plod: We’ll how much did you pay for it, smartarse ?
Me: Actually, I’m not sure !
Plod: How can that be ? You don’t know were you bought it and you don’t know how much you paid for it. Well who did you buy it from then ?
Me: It was a really nice young man with dark hair, I think. He was a student.
Plod: Why don’t you know ?
Me: Well actually, you won’t believe this, but the bike was bought for me as a present by a nice lady.
Plod: Yeh right ! Well piss off and don’t get in any more trouble. A helpful boot up the rectum was just what I needed to get back on my bike.
I didn’t get in any more trouble, and for clarity I’m not a Hells Angel, in fact I’m a professional man, like all the friends I came with. It turned out to be a great concert, with Canned Heat playing, and a lot of local bands. On Saturday night, there was a raffle. The prize was a 1,000 cans of beer and a woman. The man who won it had most of the cans taken from him, a slab or two at a time, by the ‘ugly boys.’ (A slab is 12 cans for those who don’t speak Australian). Who’s going to argue when they come around your tent in their ‘colours’ saying, ‘you won’t need all those cans will you ?’ They boys can be quite persuasive !
Now it’s forty odd tears later and I’m approaching my fourth nut and bolt rebuild. The old girl has been a joy to own and we’ve covered some lovely ground together. It’s been very reliable although once on a freeway it did pull the starter motor on line at 4,200 rpm in top gear. That was interesting!
Brilliant story, thanks a lot, Colin! I loved reading it 😀 Great memory!
Hah! Scott's gloves are unique! I would also like to have them. Greetings from the Royal Enfield rider from Germany.
The street of dreams or should that be The Cul-de-Sac of dreams.
Great looking bike, sounds like they should 👍 looking forward to the next visit 😎
All the best Mike ☕️
Thank you David. I always love seeing this beautiful Triumph! Best wishes, Mike
You have just proven what I say to a lot of people run your bike as much as possible they were made for day to day transport and then its just a running work in progress stay safe
Absolutely Ian. Sitting unused for months or years does them no good at all. The original 65 TR6 I had rarely had a chance to cool off the 5 years I owned it. This one leaked from several places when I first got it. It’s getting better as I ride it and retighten the cover screws when it cools. I doubt it will ever stop completely at this point.
The oil leaking is due to the tooling in the factory getting worn and not being replaced I have never been able to to stop the loss of a small amount of oil I just keep things tight to minimise it like yourself stay safe
Nice Dave NZ
Thanks Dave, yes that bike is a beauty! Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers, Mike
Beautiful motorcycle. Mirrors should be rotated 180 for authenticity.
These bikes didn’t come with mirrors or turn signals or even a switch for the front brake to light the brake light. So I guess none of these add ons are authentic. But I’d say good mirrors are essential for safe riding. Using hand signals for turns and making a habit of always using front and rear brakes together takes care of the other two.
By now, the local constables know when to stop all traffic (pedestrian and otherwise) before shooting begins and Mike yells "Action!"
Something about those pea shooter mufflers! They always sound so good. Not a major fan of the look but the sound cannot be beat.
These guys seem a little nervous when they first pull up...reluctant stars. Lol.
Hehe, I know what you mean Paulie. It is a little awkward talking in front of the camera. I should probably hide the cameras in the bushes ;) Best wishes, Mike
Very nice to see a Trophy in such nice condition, most of these were hacked about in the 60s, I always remember these as having a red/orange coloured tank, is this the colour for the export model ? Stay safe ! Chris B.
This bike had been used as a flat track racer. But the original tank and fenders had been removed, undamaged, for racing. The originals are on the bike but were repainted in 2000 during restoration. I feel very fortunate to have found this bike.
Oh, I forgot to mention that this is the original TR6 color for 65. The Bonneville was a beautiful blue that year.
Beautiful bike, got a 68 but not in quite as good shape as that. Electric over voltage don't think so but if running LEDs like me could try turning 6 thou off of rotor that reduces alternator's power output (and uses a little less engine power which is why i did it). Could be fuel starvation I drill out bottom carb bolt ( the hollow bolt with side hole) that fuel line comes in on , either larger hole or two holes, its one carb feeding two cylinders and that keeps the float fully topped up when accelerating. Best wishes
@Leeds Man: Thanks for the info. I had checked the voltage from the regulator and it was right on. The voltage regulator that was on the bike when I first got it didn't have cooling fins, got hot and apparently burned out. This one doesn't get hot at all. I don't think it is electrical "noise" anymore either but I'm leaving the filter on for now. I did find that it was running rich at slow speed though so It opened up the slow speed air adjustment to lean it out a little. I recall that even on cold days it would start first kick with no choke applied. I should have taken that as a clue it was too rich on the slow speed circuit. Since I leaned it out I now have to use the choke for a cold start. That's more like what I expect. So it may not be perfect yet but I think I'm at least getting close. It's certainly running great as it is now.
@@rscaryrsc Good to hear, The drill bolt trick is always good to do anyway, the other off the wall 'ive tried all the normal suggestions' change is fit a thicker/insulating 'washer' between the carb and inlet manifold helps with any vibes of float bowl or if its hot, I guess more chance of that in US than Uk. have fun. My home patch www.google.com/maps/@53.9867845,-1.8866728,3a,75y,173.53h,81.49t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1syHr3VOvx6W_v-ZGC_7CUyg!2e0!7i13312!8i6656
Thanks a lot for all your great suggestions! That's a beautiful part of the country! Best wishes, Mike
Amaizing bike. It would be interesting to know what that fluffing is, when it is cured Mike.
Thanks a lot, I will try and do a follow up with Scott, and I have also "pinned" a comment from Scott at the top of the comments where he explains some of the latest changes to try and fix that. A fellow called @Leeds Man has also offered some great advice. Cheers, Mike
@@TheMightyGarage Thanks Mike regards Rich
Heyyyy. The tacho is not working
Yes. Next project. I’ve just been putting it off.
@@rscaryrsc Ha ha . The drive on my taho crapped it three years ago. I got the new parts the next day. They are still in the box.One of these days Im gonna fix it.
Hi Mike, as a new convert to your channel from the UK (Wales), i'm curious how you ended up in the United States, and what do you think about living there with regards to the climate, culture, bike riding etc. Hope i'm not being too nosey.
Thanks Arthur. Yes, my wife and I emigrated to the States in 1997. We came just for a year and a change of life and ended up staying! It has been an incredible experience, even with the ups and downs over the years. We still miss our family from the UK but we love Portland, Oregon. It's like the UK in many ways and is as big as England. It's also quite diverse geographically with mountains, coast lines, deserts and forests. I consider myself very very lucky to have such great friends in the vintage motorcycle community. Best wishes, Mike
Just put old points back in ,electronics dont like big variations in battery voltages never had any issues with points as long as you can get decent condencers
You might want to upgrade your microphone or get a sound technician on the job. Top looking scooter !
Thanks Billy. Great point. I'm working on getting some better microphones and have tried using a directional mic for the latest video. I hope it will sound better. Cheers, Mike
gearbox on the right ?
Yes! These bikes had the gear shift on the right and brake on the left up until 1975. It makes it fun for guys with later or new bikes 😉. Cheers, Mike
Thanks , one of the nicer Turner twins imho. Perhaps a bit of overthink? Lots of mods and sounds great at idle, but fluffed a bit as he said
coming out of the turn into the cul de sac. Throttle slide cutaway maybe but barely off the pilot. One thing occurred to me was fuel and plugs. I don’t know
What ethanol content is common in the U S but sitting around even for short periods can attract alot of water this side of the pond, also spark plugs
Now the quality is poorer and counterfeits are commonplace. Interesting about the loads on the electrical system, most brit bikes before the all
pervasive safety culture of modern times ran without lights on at all in daylight wether they were incandescent or not , surely the old fashioned zener diode
Disposed of the excess energy and protected the battery, which I assume this bike was equipped with oe ? Sorry not trying to be nit picky just thinking aloud
so to speak.
All good information, John. This bike only gets non-ethanol premium. It doesn’t get ridden often. What I’ve done since this video includes: opened slow speed “air” screw half turn; replaced NGK resister plugs and caps with Champion N5C non-resister plugs and caps; set plug gap at .030. I did several short rides between rain last couple weeks. Went on a 30 mile ride today that included slow speed putting around, hills and 70mph cruising. The bike ran great. No sputters at all. Now it also need the choke when cold so I think I had the mixture too rich before. I’m very pleased with the way it is now running.
Thanks for your input.
Oh, forgot to mention it has a voltage regulator that limits the voltage to the battery and keeps it fully charged but not overcharged.
@@rscaryrsc scott thank you for reading my off the cuff remarks., interesting indeed. Is your Reg reg a Podtronics item, which I know are produced in US?
You’ll notice the Triumph’s classic fuel tank doesn’t have an exposed pinch-weld like the cheaply (and aesthetically wonky) ones Triumph stamps out today. Well, that’s not entirely true, the new Rocket 3 and T120 scramblers offer hidden pinch-welds, but the rest look like cheap tin-toys.
I might get some negative comments for this, but storing a bike is a dreadful thing. It was made to be ridden not just looked at - if it ain't ridden it is not a motorcycle but a collection of parts masquerading as one, it's just an ornament !
Yes, I agree. It's so good to see these bikes being ridden. I think Scott saved this one from the basement ;)
I agree with you Thakery. This bike was restored to be a concourse bike 20 years ago. Thankfully the owner decided to sell it. But it only had 25 miles on it so it had not been debugged following it’s restoration. I’ve had it 4 years now and after years of fixes and following a test ride today after a long list of fixes, I think you could ride this bike anywhere. A vintage bike will always need more attention than a modern bike so just have your tools with you. I love riding this bike.
@@rscaryrsc I am a life-long biker - 44+ years of Brit bikes and now Harleys which I modify a lot so I know what you are saying about tools though I never carry them unless there is something that I know will need 'fixing' and go on a long ride. That is a great bike - take good care of it so the next guy has a little less to do.....
How do bikers know when they've arrived at Mikes place??? They just look for the oil drip stains on the pavement in front of his driveway!!
Hehe, so true!!😄😄
She sounds a bit rough to me
Thanks Trevor, yes its' a still work in progress. I guess British bikes are always a work in progress. Scott has done some more work on the bike (noted in the top comment) and he reports that it is running much better now.. for now. Best wishes, Mike
I took it for a 30 mile ride today and it’s running great. No sputtering at all.
Bar end mirrors look odd on western bars.
I thought so too when I first put them on. Then I saw the panoramic view behind with them on the wide bars. I am now very comfortable with them.
@@rscaryrsc Practicality and looks often clash. Western bars are wide enough without adding 8 inches to the width of the bars. In my home state Victoria Australia you are allowed to split lanes in some circumstances so I want to be as narrow as possible to slip thru. Way back in the 60s most cars in Oz didnt have any external mirror. Now the mirrors on some cars are gigantic.
Roman Dybala No lane splitting in Oregon. Heck, we can’t even pump gas in our own autos. “Too dangerous!” We can pump gas in our motorcycles though. The attendants don’t want to risk dripping fuel on our tank.
Another great looking bike rides down the cul de sac. Wish I could take my 59 BSA Super Rocket down there. All the best from England.
OOh, that would be great to hear and see your Super Rocket thunder up the street! If you have a video of it, please do send a link! Best wishes, Mike
That bike is gorgeous, museum quality! You live down a lovely street btw
Thank you very much! Really appreciate all your comments. I love the look and sound of this bike. It truly is a great bike. Best wishes, Mike
Wow, I just watched this after the first one, and it sounds so much smoother, throatier altogether really running great. Thanks for the lighting and ignition tip, that sounds like just the ticket. My 64 was red, but otherwise exactly the same, TR6R.
Thanks very much John. Yes, this was one of my favorite visitors in the cul-de-sac 😉
lend me some of that great biking weather you have there .
Incredible! I wish your friends would come by my place.
Thank you Jim! Best wishes, Mike
This is really beautiful, I've been looking at these, trying to remember my own TR6R, something I didn't do at the time, 77, took it for granted, then sold it after going overseas, and buying an old flathead 45 harley. I really miss that old 650, and hope to own a triumph I'm bidding on right at this time. Got my fingers crossed, I really enjoyed mine far more than I gave it credit for. This is absolutely right. The sound is top shelf. Thanks!