1972 Triumph Bonneville T120R Desert Sled

Apr 20, 2026

1972 Triumph Bonneville T120R Desert Sled Inspired Build.

This project came together at The Old Motorcycle Shop, a place I hang out that’s always full of laughs, stories, and a lot of coffee. The shop is run by Phil, a friend I’ve known for many years and shared a lot of great times with—from ice racing motorcycles on a frozen lake to drag racing on a Friday night, and always debriefing over a beer or two! The bike was worked on in the shop between conversations and stories to sounds with Hazel O’Conner blasting from the stereo .

Adorned with a blue metal flake fiberglass body, this thing oozes 70’s cool, ready to power over Baja sand, or Ogden snow. 

 

An 8hp Tecumseh powers the CVT, we installed a smaller belt to allow for maximum power output. Independent rear disc brakes allow you to hit some tight corners, though the lack of a roll cage may make you rethink. 

The elusive Ski attachement we are searching for so we can really test our might in the winter.

If we do not locate an original, we will get it up on the bench and fabricate one, as we are gluttons for punishment.

 

If you, or anyone you know, has anything interesting collecting dust in the shed, please reach out to us as we are always looking for cool machines.

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