It is, for some a hard to swallow truism that Triumph produced the best looking parallel twins ever. The pre unit Bonneville is no exception. Viewed from any angle the Bonneville design is characterised by strong graceful lines, tight symmetrical geometry and modern graphic layouts. The bike offers a unified styling theme that is evident throughout the entire machine. As much as Edward Turner is credited for the parallel twin's design, one should also give thanks to Jack Wickles, who was responsible for creating the look and feel of some of the most iconic motorcycles ever created such as the Bonneville and the T100GP (refer Lot 28). It was he who created the famous logo with the extended R that swings beneath the word, as well as the wonderful colour schemes and fantastic tank badges that in themselves have became works of art. Employed by Triumph for 43 years as chief draughtsman or personal assistant to Ed Turner, Wickles was personally responsible for providing the styling of both the T100 and the Bonneville. Ed Turner famously, if not patronisingly, referred to Jack as "Young Wickles, my pencil". The Bonneville is, for many, one of the true modern classics of the 20th century. It inspired a great sense of freedom and achievement and epitomised the promise of peace and prosperity for a new generation.