LOT 351

1968 BSA 500cc A50 Royal Star Registration no. WGU 567F Frame no. A50 RB 2269 Engine no. A50 RB 2269

Sold for £6,325 inc. premium

Lot 351

1968 BSA 500cc A50 Royal Star

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|22 April 2023, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1968 BSA 500cc A50 Royal Star
Registration no. WGU 567F
Frame no. A50 RB 2269
Engine no. A50 RB 2269

Following Triumph's lead, BSA turned to unitary construction for its range of twins as the 1960s dawned, launching the all-new 500cc A50 and 650cc A65 'Star' models in January 1962. When the range was revised for 1965, the touring twins were renamed 'Royal Star' (A50) and 'Thunderbolt' (A65) respectively. Although a little less powerful than the A65, the A50 was lighter in weight and smoother running than its bigger brother, to which, engine capacity excepted, it was otherwise identical.

This UK model is finished in Lime Green as an attractive nod to its A7SS Shooting Star predecessor. The vendor advises us that this motorcycle was totally restored in 2015 in every respect mechanically and cosmetically, with all components refurbished or replaced. Close inspection will verify that every nut and bolt is not only new but also the right size, shape and thread. New components fitted include the chains, sprockets, controls, cables, internals, exhausts, Amal Concentric carburettor, and Smiths speedometer with under two miles on the odometer. The engine has standard-size big-ends, timing-side bush and plus 0.020" pistons. Stored in the owner's dehumidified private museum, this stunning BSA A50 represents a rare opportunity to own a rare and beautiful British classic. Accompanying documentation includes an old-style logbook; BSA OC dating certificate; a V5C Registration Certificate; and current MoT. Keys present.

Footnotes

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Saleroom notices

There is no old style logbook offered with this machine.

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