,norman hyde trident

[threepot]

hi, I have a norman hyde trident t160v 1976 ,its a 900cc of which there was only 3 ever done by hyde ( I have the original letter from hyde to vericate that ) they said they done lots of 850cc and 1000cc but only 3 of the 900cc so not to alter it! it has got 23k on clock and is the original mileige . The bike is in pristine condition as has been in garage for a number of years greased up from our winters . what i was wondering is this bike worth any real money as was thinking of maybee selling it , thanks threepot

[L.A.B.]

I never knew that Hyde made any 900cc road versions so is certainly rare!
Although I'm not sure that will add much to the value? Tridents with Hyde parts may fetch a bit more than a standard model and may appeal to a particular type of Trident enthusiast (like myself possibly as I have a Hyde 1000cc T160) but  the overall condition will be just as important.
T160 Tridents in excellent condition are normally advertised for around £4000-4500 at the moment.      

[threepot]

hi like i said only 3 were ever done thats why hyde said not to alter it as far as i know it might be the only 1 left over the years and its in a1 con , regards threepot

[L.A.B.]

Do you have any details of the conversion?
Is it just a straight big bore kit or has the crankshaft stroke been altered like the 1000cc (973cc) kit?  

[threepot]

parts fitted wereshell bearings,piston rings,valve guids,mushroom head adjusters,rear sprocket+carrier+chain,primary chain,gearbox sprocket,clutch plate,gaskets with the 900 kit the engine is 67mmbore by 82mmstroke which gives 867cc regards threepot

[L.A.B.]

Thanks!
So the same longer crank stroke as the 1000cc kit has, but with standard size pistons instead of  71mm.

[threepot]

yup so at least i have learnt you a new type of norman hyde engine that they  did , I used to have the hyde emblem on the tank and where ever i went it caused a stir specially i.o.m tt races triumph meets