Trophy on the side
Watsonian sidecars have developed a fitting kit for the
Triumph Trophy, the British motorcycle manufacturer's ultimate touring
bike.
The Trophy's torque laden three-cylinder 1215cc engine
provides plenty of power to propel a sidecar, while the 43mm upside
down forks and intelligent linked ABS brakes are capable of handling
and stopping the additional weight.
However, hidden beneath the sleek, protective bodywork
is a rugged, stiff but light aluminium beam frame, which made fitting
a sidecar challenging, because the arms that attach it cannot be
bolted onto a beam frame. So the design team at Watsonian created a
sub frame that fixes to the front and rear engine mounts.
This fitting kit allows most current models in
Watsonian's range to be paired with the Triumph sports tourer. The combination pictured is the classically styled GP700, a wide bodied sidecar
that seats an adult and child or two children, in DL trim with a 10”
alloy wheel.
Prices for the GP700 sidecar [pictured] start at £5995
including VAT. With more than 100 years experience, Watsonian offer
fittings for a wide range of both modern and classic motorcycles, a factory fitting service and tuition for novice drivers. For
more information call O1386 7OO9O7 or visit www.watsonian-squire.com.
