Triumph Bonneville T140V 750cc vs BSA A65 Lightning
Two of Britain's most famous parallel twins, but which one deserves the place in your garage?
The Triumph Bonneville T140V arrived during the final years of the British motorcycle industry and carried the famous Bonneville name into the 1970s. With its 750cc engine, strong parts support and huge following, it remains one of the most popular classic motorcycles on the road today.
The BSA A65 Lightning represents an earlier era of British motorcycling. Known for its handsome styling, lively performance and strong mid-range power, the A65 became one of BSA's most successful export models and helped put British motorcycles into garages around the world.
The Bonneville is often praised for its refinement and everyday usability, while the Lightning wins admirers with its character and classic 1960s styling.
Both are icons of British motorcycling history, but they offer very different ownership experiences.
If you could only keep one in your garage, would you choose the Triumph Bonneville T140V or the BSA A65 Lightning?