Les Harris | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1939 United Kingdom |
| Died | 17 February 2009 (aged 69–70) |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Classic Motorcycle & Parts Manufacturer |
| Spouse | Shirley Harris |
| Children | 4 |
Leslie Frederick Harris (1939 – 17 February 2009) was an English businessman and motorcycle enthusiast who resurrected the Triumph Bonneville for a few years in the 1980s. Born in 1939, he was described as the "saviour of the British motorcycle industry".[1] Invited to Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament, in 1987 he was visited by the Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. He died in February 2009, aged 69.[1]
- ^ a b "Final salute to bike industry's entrepreneur". Retrieved 28 February 2009.[permanent dead link]