Elvis Presley Tribute Bike: Triumph Bonneville T120 Model Dedicated
gaming a Presley-like vibe? Or resembling the young, lean Elvis Presley? With a dash of authenticity, thanks to Triumph, you can get a piece of that - kind of.
Triumph Motorcycles, the renowned British brand, launches the "Special Edition Elvis Presley" of the Bonneville T120, minted in 925 units - from August, priced starting at €18,000.
This limited-edition motorcycle boasts a handlebar grip with a laser-engraved Elvis-Presley signature, specially numbered. The bike is a delightful burst of Redditch red, with Elvis' name etched in white under the tank and in gold script on the side panels. The front mudguard sports an iconic symbol - the lightning bolt trademark of Elvis, emblazoned with his motto "Taking Care of Business" (TCB).
Adding to the ostentatious charm are the analogue twin instruments, LED lighting, a USB-A charging socket nestled beneath the seat, and an immobilizer. Under the hood, it retains the 1.2-liter Parallel Twin, kicking out 59 kW/80 PS.
Elvis had a soft spot for four wheels and two
Elvis Presley, born in 1935 and left us in 1977, was a music icon with a fondness for cars and motorbikes. In 1965, the singer and actor picked up no less than seven T120 Bonnevilles for himself and his crew, using them to cruise around LA.
The Bonneville series, pioneered by Triumph Motorcycles, established in 1884 as S. Bettmann & Co. Inc., is their signature model. Interestingly, the company was founded by Siegfried Bettmann, just 21 years old at the time, hailing from Nuremberg.
First displayed in 1958 at the London Motor Show, the Bonneville series prototype took the world by storm. In 1959, the series model graced the motorcycle world. Today, the Bonneville is honored as one of the greatest icons in English motorcycle history.
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Elvis Presley's love for automobiles and motorcycles was evident, as he owned several T120 Bonnevilles in the 1960s.
During his fascination with motorcycles, Presley even chose Triumph Motorcycles' T120 Bonneville as his preferred model, adding to its iconic status.
