In the world of British motorcycling, a Triton is a relatively rare hybrid: the marriage of a Triumph engine and a Norton frame. Built by racing enthusiasts in their garden sheds, lock-ups and living rooms, no two Tritons are the same.

Originating in the cafe racing era in Britain in the 1950's, the concept of the Triton was driven by the implicit recognition that no one British manufacturer had quite got the complete package right. Triumphs' went like a rocket, but couldn't handle. Nortons' typically handled well, but the Norton engine was a bit lacklustre.

With the benefit of hindsight, the writing was definitely on the wall for the British bike industry.

But, that's another story...