1968 BSA A65 Lightning
Fitted with electronic ignition

Registration No: PKM 212F
Frame No: A65C 7101
Engine No: A65C 7101
CC: 650
MOT: Exempt

• Original condition Lightning 650 twin
• Uprated ignition and charging system
• Supplied with a current V5C

* RESERVE REDUCED

The Birmingham Small Arms factory was established in the Small Heath area of Birmingham in 1861 and, as the name suggests, manufactured weapons. Around the turn of the century they started making bicycles and progressed onto motorcycles a few years later. BSA went on to become one of the world's largest producers of motorcycles up until its demise in the early 1970s. The 654cc unit-construction parallel twins were launched in 1962 as the A65 Star model with various improvements introduced throughout the decade. The Lightning model was designed as the all-round sports machine aimed largely for export to the US market to complement the more touring orientated Thunderbolt. A closer ratio gearbox combined with a higher lift camshaft made for lively acceleration and performance at higher RPM than the standard A65.

This 1968 Lightning was originally sold in the USA but came back home in the early 2000s. Presented in honest original trim, it is fitted with electronic ignition, uprated 12v charging system, heated handlebar grips and alloy rims. The vendor reports everything works and the bike will make a very usable classic for Vintage runs and rallies as it is or a nice winter ongoing restoration project. It comes supplied with a current V5C.

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For more information, please contact:
Ian Cunningham
ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk
07415871189