The 131 project has been the result of a design effort inspired by previous premium transformations but with the intention of making it a piece with a unique appearance. Crafted to be admired.

The number 131 holds a special meaning for the owner of Thunderbird 1, as in 1978, he enlisted in the British Royal Air Force in the 131st apprentice class. He wanted to represent this on his motorcycle through one of the emblems placed on the fairing, which bears the badge he wore on his uniform back then.

Our added value lies in specializing in neo-classic Triumph engines, which has made us the world's largest specialist in these engines. No one has created as many motorcycles with the same engine, with over 170 unique motorcycles showcased on our website and around 50 that we haven't showcased.

Our core value is the specialization and know-how we have acquired with each project.

An iconic carbureted Thruxton 900 engine that will make all neoclassic motorcycle style enthusiasts sigh with its sound. And there's no better match for this engine than the Cafe Racer style. This combination turns Thunderbird 1 into a true classic motorcycle in the purest Racer style.

The design of this motorcycle has been carefully thought out, as Mike had a clear vision. The future owner of the bike wanted his motorcycle to be a true gem and, naturally, drew inspiration from some of our greatest two-wheeled gems. The motorcycles that inspired Thunderbird 1 were Jade, Helios, and Gullwing; quite a challenge to adapt the qualities of these bikes to create a unique concept.

In terms of colors, the goal was to achieve a sportier appearance without deviating from the classic concept. For this, the combination of an intense metallic red with metallic silver was chosen. Additionally, a golden line has been placed between both colors, separating and uniting the two tones at the same time.

For the single-piece seat of Thunderbird 1, the idea was to create a shorter version of the seat used in our Gullwing project but without the upholstery extending onto the tank. As an extension of the seat, a strip of the same seat material has been placed on the tank, on which a chrome-plated and perforated metal piece has been mounted. It's worth noting that the solo seat has been upholstered with black nautical material and hand-stitched with red thread. Undoubtedly, this highlights the sporty style of the project.

The exhausts in the project are reminiscent of those created in our Helios motorcycle, though with some aesthetic changes. A dual exhaust system from the top that positions the exhaust outlet under the cowl.

Furthermore, along the exhaust and at the angled tips, handmade brass grilles have been incorporated to prevent the heat generated by it from coming into direct contact with the rider's leg. A unique piece crafted by hand for this motorcycle. 

The 131 Thunderbird project has been equipped with a new cooling system, allowing oil cooling to be carried out through the chassis, reducing temperature and eliminating the need for a radiator.

At the rear of the motorcycle, you can see the mono-shock absorber. This new component uses a single valve that applies pressure evenly, unlike dual shock absorbers. This translates to better handling and stability.

Two pieces that don't go unnoticed in this project are the belly pan and fairing, which provide it with that unmistakable silhouette. Both have been handcrafted and adapted for the motorcycle, aiming for more aerodynamic lines to cut through the air. These elements are essential to achieve the Cafe Racer style.

The swingarm extension shifts the rider's position rearward, one of the most distinctive features of the Cafe Racer style. The modifications made to the motorcycle required chassis reinforcement, so the project was taken to the laboratory to perform the necessary tests and certify its strength.

We have included one of our essentials, the Motogadget speedometer, for a cleaner and more minimalist finish. Incorporating other Motogadget components, such as the ECU and the front and rear turn signals is also worth noting.

At Tamarit, we always seek the best optimization of the electronics in our motorcycles, and the ECUs function as the brain of the motorcycles. That's why we include the Motogadget ECU in our projects, which is the most comprehensive on the market. Thanks to its functions and the app, the motorcycle can be fully monitored through your smartphone.

In this project a chrome plating process has been carried out on parts such as the seat posts, the shock absorber or the engine. It is a chemical process that leaves the parts of our motorcycles shining like a mirror. Chroming, nickel plating or brass plating a part takes hundreds of hours of manual work and craftsmanship.

This process differentiates us and positions us as a premium motorcycle brand.

Tamarit motorcycles know no borders and are already on the roads of half the world. Specifically, in the United States we have a Tamarit LLC in Miami that, together with an associated mechanical workshop, is responsible for carrying out all the necessary procedures for Tamarit motorcycles to reach the destination country.