[{"id": 9716963, "authorName": "30jalopy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/30jalopy/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by 30jalopy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665153059, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9717116, "authorName": "Spider_Mike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spider_mike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These beauties never drip oil. They mark their spot.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665154264, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9717218, "authorName": "RichardGee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/richardgee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Had one in 1963. (First year unit) The best motorcycle I ever owned. I paid $1050.00 cash for it. Times change, Government change, but this bike is still \"The grandest in the forest\"\r\n(Just one man's vote)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1665154964, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9717323, "authorName": "Rockwhite", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockwhite/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Mods and the rockers would turn this into a cafe racer and do a ton!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665155820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9717357, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rockers, maybe. Mods, not so much.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665155996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9717778, "authorName": "2hecknback", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2hecknback/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First year of the unit Bonnie makes this a milestone machine.\r\nLooks to be orig spec except for the passenger grab handle and crash bars. \r\nThe twin Chronometric clocks are very cool.\r\n@Stuebe What is going on at the rear of the gas tank, my main man?\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665159385, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9717843, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@2hecknback Perhaps \"protection\" against the alleged emasculating danger of the parcel grid?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665159860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9718211, "authorName": "RichardGee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/richardgee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@2hecknback The parcel grid never slowed down any real man!\r\nThe black thing on the tank is an admission of fear.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665162038, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9718587, "authorName": "moneyman4103", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moneyman4103/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "my guess is it is a clip used to hold the parcel on the parcel grid?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665163170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9718645, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Definitely not a factory option.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665163311, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9719452, "authorName": "Professorpat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/professorpat/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "$2,000 bid placed by Professorpat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665165786, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9721156, "authorName": "hierogk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hierogk/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by hierogk", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665173420, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9721864, "authorName": "Stuebe (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuebe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m the second owner of this motorcycle the first owner made that nut guard for the parcel rack and I put it back on as a nod to the original owner it\u2019s pretty cool easy enough to takeoff. The rear grab handle is a tri core accessory from 1963. The 63 Bonneville is one of the lowest production T1 20s I believe they made less of these than the 59 Bonneville. But I\u2019m sure there\u2019s an expert out there that\u2019s going to correct me on that.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665176879, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9722189, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You could just take it off if it's that worrisome. They make plugs for the holes...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665178034, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9723643, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Based on the engine/frame number, this Bonnie was produced fairly late in the 1963 production run so probably should have had the unit air filter rather than the pancakes currently installed. The pancakes are not a bad mod though, in that the unit filter is a real pain to deal with and earlier '63 T120Rs had no air filter at all.\r\nThe horn should be located within the side covers - relatively useless for sound but much more pleasing asthetically.\r\nOverall, it looks like a nice example of a minimally molested T120R.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665185567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9724864, "authorName": "inyomatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/inyomatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ditch the nut protecter, the crash bar, the grab rail. lower the rear view mirror, and for God's sakes change out those Cheng Shin tires and this looks like a great rider's bike.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665203533, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9724866, "authorName": "inyomatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/inyomatt/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by inyomatt", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665203605, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9725318, "authorName": "TimI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice bike! There was a time when I would have agreed with inyomatt, but now I've come to appreciate bikes with original accessories, like the grab rail and crash bars. They're part of the bike's history and sets them apart, in addition to often being practical and useful.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1665232612, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9739754, "authorName": "brock.alford", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brock.alford/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice, clean, original machine! This bike is local to me, and the seller is an avid British motorcycle enthusiast who's been into these for years. He definitely knows his stuff, and any prospective buyers shouldn't be disappointed with this one! Steube has had some very nice rides since I've known him, and this one is no exception to that. Still at a crazy cheap price, and a great deal for someone!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665408821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9739757, "authorName": "brock.alford", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brock.alford/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by brock.alford", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665408864, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9740888, "authorName": "BobRawkes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobrawkes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@inyomatt I'm with you on the tyres. Back in 85 I worked a motorcycle salvage. We took in about a hundred bikes that year, only one tyre was deemed suitable for resale. Hmmmm", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665419756, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9740950, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Avons. IMHO a Speedmaster MKII on the front and a Safety Mileage MKII on the rear would look great and correct.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665420189, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9743557, "authorName": "Stuebe (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuebe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey thanks Brock I appreciate the kind words. This is a good one that I got really excited about! I have had a couple of 63 Bonneville\u2018s over the years this is the best of the bunch. Yes if I was keeping it for a rider I\u2019d like to see new tires on it and the horn is mounted backwards but my hands hurt and sometimes I\u2019m lazy so I didn\u2019t fix it. This will make someone a great rider or you can go the extra mile and restore.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665430674, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9745218, "authorName": "Sluggo503", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sluggo503/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice! Period accessories are super desirable with many collectors but never fails some rivet counters is gnashing his teeth upset it doesn't conform to their will. 63s are especially challenging as they made changes thru the production run, I documented 2 different valve sizes as well but there's some helpful data online. I assembled one from a basket case and it was a real headache so one this nice and original is a real find!\r\n* I have never met Dave in person but have been buying parts for something like 15 years? He has always been exceedingly honest and fair so I can endorse him as a reputable resource.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665437935, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9748508, "authorName": "ballenger2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballenger2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had a highly tuned Tangerine Dream\" T110 when I was a teenager. I believe the early Bonnie's were also available in that color. If one was to repaint the selling bike, would that detract very much from it's value - thanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665495764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9748683, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ballenger2\r\nSince it has already been repainted, I don't think that the value would be much diminished, particularly compared to the satisfaction of having the bike just the way you want it. If it still wore the original paint job they gave it at Meriden I would be opposed to repainting, but that's not the case here. My '64 Bonneville was originally gold and white, repainted black prior to my ownership and I changed it to black and silver. Not original? True. Diminished value? Perhaps. Makes me smile everytime I look at it? Absolutely.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665497655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9757774, "authorName": "Stuebe (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuebe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The 1963 Bonneville came in Alaskan white and gold which is represented on this bike of course if you bought the bike you could paint it any color you like but it may hurt resale value. The original owner painted most of the bike baby blue and though it looked pretty cool it just isnt a 63 Bonneville \ud83d\ude09", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665586975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9758819, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Stuebe\r\nWell, no, regardless of the color it\u2019s still a \u201963. \r\nOnce the original paint job is gone it really doesn\u2019t matter what color is on it. It can always be resprayed to the original color if an owner desires but the impact of subsequent paint jobs is negligible. It\u2019s only \u201coriginal\u201d once.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665594245, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9758874, "authorName": "ballenger2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballenger2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did I see the handle bars adjusted in the cold start video?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665594410, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9760817, "authorName": "Stuebe (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuebe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes the handlebars are on a rubber bushing. May need to be replaced in the future as they are original to bike.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665601490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9774230, "authorName": "Tmarin911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tmarin911/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by Tmarin911", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665703816, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9778496, "authorName": "jww3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jww3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the ride video, it seems you were not in first gear when pulling away. Does the transmission shift properly through all gears? Also you focused on the Tach as it was functioning erratically. Any insight on that?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665768843, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9778575, "authorName": "Stuebe (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuebe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You\u2019re correct I was in second on the pull off video.. I don\u2019t recall the tach working erratically?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665769111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9778582, "authorName": "90dog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/90dog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Chronometric speedos and tachs are not smooth in their movements, they move in increments. Kind of fun actually.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665769127, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9778583, "authorName": "Stuebe (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuebe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Shifts through all gears", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665769135, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9778653, "authorName": "jww3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jww3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@90dog perhaps that is what @stuebe was point at and we saw in the movement.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665769412, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9778694, "authorName": "Stuebe (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuebe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yep they are more clock like than the later magnetic gauges", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665769567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9778884, "authorName": "ballenger2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballenger2/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "$6,200 bid placed by ballenger2", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665770161, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9778922, "authorName": "ballenger2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballenger2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 10/14/22 for $6,200 to ballenger2", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665770282, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 9786040, "authorName": "2hecknback", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2hecknback/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Period accessories are right out of the Tricor catalog.\r\nDeal.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665847045, "type": "comment"}]