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That's a beauty! (Sorry about your grandad.)
Pre-war Brits are the best. It'll take a bit of getting used to if you're used to newer bikes, but just take it slow, learn a bit about ignition advance and retard, how the top end oils and enjoy.
Looks in great shape from the pictures. Perfect for some windy country lane bimbling when the sun is out.
J.
Jung
I’ve recently inherited my first motorbike, after my grandad sadly passed away. I grew up helping him in his work shop and he taught basic bike maintenance when I was a kid. I always thought he was a little crazy that he had 10 motorbikes and continued to build more.
He left me this 1936 Triumph L2/1 250, which he restored back in the 80s. It’s a bit rough at the moment as I don’t think it’s been ridden for some time. But I’ve been told it started up last year.
I intend to tidy it up and work on it as much as I can which I think is what he would have wanted.
The only downside is I don’t have a bike license. Always wanted to learn but never go round to it. So his has definitely given a kick in the right direction. I’ve ridden scooters and dirt bikes in the past and I’m looking into buying a learner/daily soon, after my CBT is done and out of the way.
Any advice and tips would be greatly appreciated!