1971 Triumph by Analog

There’s usually a trigger that inspires someone to start a custom build. Perhaps an engine failure, or a dent in the tank. Or even just a glimpse of a cool bike parked on the street. In Tony Prust’s case, it was the offer of a new speedo—a beautifully restored Smiths instrument. “I bought this 1971 Triumph Trailblazer over two years ago,” he recalls. “It became my errand runner, in mostly stock form. Apart from swapping the 20” front wheel for an 18” I never had an itch to customize it.” Then Flatland Cycles, the Gazi suspension supplier, offered to rebuild...