Triumph Colours and Colour Codes
Triumph Bonneville colour codes commonly used from the 1960s to 1980s. Note that exact colour codes varied slightly by year and market (UK vs US), and original paint formulas may not always align with modern codes. These are matched as closely as possible to modern equivalents (e.g., PPG, RM, Glasurit, or House of Kolor) when known.
Blues
| Colour Name | Year(s) Used | Colour Code (Modern Equivalent) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Blue | 1960s–1970s | PPG 13358 | Popular on tanks and stripes |
| Astral Blue | 1970–1972 | PPG DQE-14029 / Glasurit 55-AU-9013 | Used with Silver or Olympic Flame |
| Riviera Blue | 1968–1969 | Custom Match | Similar to Pacific Blue, lighter |
Reds
| Colour Name | Year(s) Used | Colour Code (Modern Equivalent) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Red | 1969–1970 | PPG DQE-71274 | Seen on T120 and T150 tanks |
| Burgundy Red | 1970–1971 | PPG DQE-70751 | Deep, wine-coloured |
| Olympic Flame | 1971–1972 | PPG 60859 | Often paired with Astral Blue/Silver |
⚫ Blacks and Greys
| Colour Name | Year(s) Used | Colour Code (Modern Equivalent) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Black | Throughout | PPG 9300 / Glasurit 9005 | Standard gloss black |
| Silver Sheen | 1970s | PPG DQE-8568 | Used as contrast colour (e.g. pinstripe) |
???? Yellows and Golds
| Colour Name | Year(s) Used | Colour Code (Modern Equivalent) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold (Candy/Flake) | Mid-late 1960s | Custom Match (e.g. House of Kolor KBC) | Used on custom or special trims |
Greens
| Colour Name | Year(s) Used | Colour Code (Modern Equivalent) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Racing Green | Occasionally used | PPG 46157 / Glasurit 68-70530 | Not common on Bonneville, but seen |
Tips for Restoration:
- PPG & Glasurit are the most frequently matched systems.
- If you’re painting a bike, bring a sample or photo to a paint matching service.
- Colour accuracy was not always precise back then—there were batch variances.