1935 BSA 595cc Model M35-10

Registration no. XSV 231 Frame no. E10.176 Engine no. E10.122

Although there were bicycle-related creations dating back several years before, BSA are considered to have started motorcycle production in 1910, for the 1911 model year. Destined never to have the racing pedigree of contemporaries such as Norton, Triumph, Matchless, Indian, Velocette, Rudge and others prior to World War II, they nevertheless garnered a well-deserved reputation as a solid, dependable means of transport for many enthusiasts, and offered an extensive model range (of as many as 18 different ones) which served many of the populace for much of their daily transport and weekend sporting needs. By 1935 the range extended from a dinky little overhead-valve four stroke 150cc machine, through 250, 350, 500, and 600 singles to the big V-twin machines in both side and overhead valve configurations. The M35-10 model could be used as either a solo or sidecar mount, fulfilling both roles with aplomb. 'XSV 231' was purchased by the deceased owner from Pollards Motorcycles in 1991 (invoice on file). When acquired, the bike was MoT'd, and may have been used for a short period, but has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1993. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner.
Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, two old MoT certificates, the aforementioned copy invoice, plus sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.