Lal Jayasuriya: The Great Miracle Mechanic
Known mostly to vintage motorcycle collectors and enthusiasts around the world is a small shed covered with metal sheets, owned by miracle mechanic Mr. Lal Jayasuriya. His work on vintage motorcycles is legendary to a level where one of his Triumph Thunderbird restorations is displayed at the Fujiyama Museum in Fujiyoshida, Japan! He has dedicated the past 50 years to become one of the best vintage bike restorers in the world! Having exported over 450 restorations to his foreign clients and having another 250 ongoing projects at present, Lal keeps bringing these classic icons to life with the help of his sons. If you’re in the Colombo Suburbs, drop by Ceylon Motors for a chat about Triumphs, Nortons and Ariels, over a cup of Ceylon tea.