LOT 358

Property of a deceased estate 1954 BSA 646cc A10 Golden Flash Registration no. NDF 985 Frame no. BA7 S 13089 (see text) Engine no. BA10 357 (see text)

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Lot 358

Property of a deceased estate,1954 BSA 646cc A10 Golden Flash
Registration no. NDF 985 Frame no. BA7 S 13089 (see text) Engine no. BA10 357 (see text)

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

Property of a deceased estate
1954 BSA 646cc A10 Golden Flash
Registration no. NDF 985
Frame no. BA7 S 13089 (see text)
Engine no. BA10 357 (see text)

A new '650' twin joined BSA's 500cc A7 model in 1949, the latter's engine being revised along the lines of the new design at the same time. The existing parallel-twin architecture was retained for the new A10, with 360-degree crankshaft and single camshaft at the rear of the cylinder block, as was the four-speed gearbox bolted directly to the crankcase in a form of semi-unitary construction, and the tele-fork-and-plunger cycle parts. Up-dated with the swinging-arm frame and separate gearbox for 1955, the A10 continued in production until 1962.

This A10 belonged to the lady vendor's late father for over 40 years. Carrying a tax disc that expired in 2015, the BSA was last ridden circa five years ago, since when it has been dry stored under dust sheets. (The father passed away in June 2022.) Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent, or possibly more extensive restoration before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying paperwork includes an old-style RF.60 logbook (issued 1965); old/current V5C documents; expired MoTs (most recent 2013); DVLA correspondence; and a 1990 invoice from MPS Engine Research. It should be noted that the frame and engine numbers are believed to be non-factory restamped and that the RF.60 records the engine capacity as 498cc and the V5C records the frame number as 'BAV513089'. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's authenticity, completeness, originality, and mechanical condition prior to bidding.

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