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After 3 generations over 3 separate production runs the parallel-twin four-stroke engine Triumph Bonneville remains extremely popular. Looking for a donor bike to build a performance Cafe Racer or a Cool Roadster, each Bonneville generation (1959-1983, 1085-1988 and 2001 to today) has a different design, but still strongly resembles the original series. So many custom parts are available and so many one-off mods have been made on this English Classic that it’s quite difficult to create very unusual custom Bonnies. But some succeed in getting this little bit “je ne sais quoi”, making you spending more time looking at it and wanting to jump on it for a spin.

This one is the work of a young team, duo Sébastien Guillemot and Mathieu Ménard at French FCR Original.  A small shop whose philosophy is to build from old machines new creations that you can take to the road without any worries. So nothing excessive on their custom bikes. For this Bonneville T-100, keeping its original speed-oriented personality, but with functional characteristics for some fun adventures.

Nickel plating the frame and swingarm. then mixing chrome and paint on the gas tank has a lot to do with the overall high class appearance. Polishing the front end in contrast of new spoke wheels, and brushing all engine covers preserves the vintage vibe. Of course a rear shocks upgrade to today’s standard was a priority. A 2-up leather custom seat and a one-off shotgun exhaust were also a necessity,

In the front, a 60’s style cockpit with a LED light through the front number board, MX bars, vintage gear and grips, a Monza gas cap and a the required small speedo.This Bonnie rolls on good looking and multi-terrain ready Continental TKC80s. FCR Original.