Triumph Tina: Difference between revisions

The Triumph Tina was a small and low performance 2 stroke scooter of around 100 cc with automatic clutch, and a handlebar carry basket for bringing the groceries back from a shopping trip.

In the 1960s, despite internal opposition from those who felt that scooters would dilute the macho image of the brand, Triumph produced two machines to tap into what was seen as a large market segment for a convenient 'shopping basket'. There was also a similar small Trike for those unsure of their ability to balance. Market Research had identified this as a market with strong demand for cheap and easy transport, and advertising featured Cliff Richard, pop idol of the era. But sales were poor especially of the Trike which had absorbed a large amount of development capital, and both were quickly discontinued