Triton

Triton

A classic Triton outside the Ace Cafe in London. Photo Credit: Wallace classicbikes.actieforum.com

The early Triumph Bonneville’s major competitor was Norton, at least as far as handling was concerned. Motorcycle riders of the time (1960s) wanted the power and performance of the Triumph Bonneville engine and the superb handling of the Norton featherbed frame–combining the two produced the renowned Triton.
For much of the 60s, tritons could be seen outside most cafes’ in the UK and soon became the bike to have for café racing.