Lot details Registration No: PAS 437 Frame No: GA718874 Engine No: GA7558987 cc: 500 MOT Expiry Date: None
Brum bike maker BSA survived the 1930s Depression in better shape than most of their rivals and during WW2 made plenty of rifles and bikes for the army. Postwar, having absorbed Sunbeam, New Hudson and Ariel, BSA was actually the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer, albeit only for a while.
Launched in 1954, the A7 Shooting Star had a swing-arm frame, high lift cams, alloy cylinder head and Amal monobloc 376 carburettor. The British twin was highly rated, being nearly as fast as the thundering 650 Rocket, though smoother and more economical. For while it can reach nearly 100mph, an A7 is capable of returning 60mpg even when ridden hard.
Offered here is a 1961-built A7 SS, a good looking example, which underwent a full cosmetic restoration 12 months ago. Finished in green, as they all were, it has good chrome and many new components. However, the engine on what is generally regarded as the best roadgoing 500 Beeza ever will require servicing before use. Shooting Stars were produced for seven years until 1961.
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