[4] The bikes were displayed at Syon Park in Brentford until 1979 and then at a number of temporary locations until the site in Greenford was found.

The main building was planned as "The Home of Triumph" with special areas for other makes, military and police motorcycles.

[7] All the motorcycles on display were in excellent condition and represented the best examples of all the well-known makes, such as BSA, Triumph and Norton as well as less well known makers including Coventry-Eagle and Rudge.

A full inventory of exhibits could be seen listed on the museum's official web site, including a number of unique prototypes, such as the development Triumph Trident and motorcycles that have been featured in the media.

[8] The museum was also featured in US TV series, American Chopper in the episode where the Teutul family of Orange County Choppers visited the United Kingdom being shown to be directed there by the actor and well-known motorcycling enthusiast, Ewan McGregor.