LOT 472

1955 BSA 500cc Goldstar DB34 Registration no. 862 YUE Frame no. CB32 2529 Engine no. DB34 GS 204 (see text)

Sold for £8,050 inc. premium

Lot 472

1955 BSA 500cc Goldstar DB34

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|21 April 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1955 BSA 500cc Goldstar DB34
Registration no. 862 YUE
Frame no. CB32 2529
Engine no. DB34 GS 204 (see text)

The Gold Star did not return to BSA's post-WW2 range until 1949. Introduced at the Earls Court Show in 1948, the B32 Goldie boasted the telescopic fork first introduced for 1946 and came with a new alloy cylinder barrel and 'head. For 1950 a 500cc version – the B34 – was added to the range and this larger Goldie was first to switch to the new die-cast top-end, with separate rocker box, in 1951. The 350 followed suit in 1952 and the pair continued as the 'BB' Gold Stars after the new swinging-arm frame was introduced in 1953, changing to 'CB' designation for 1954. This change marked the introduction of the classic 'big fin' engine but the designation lasted only until the 'DB' series' arrival in the autumn of 1955. The 'DB' incorporated a much improved lubrication system and, in the case of the 350 only, a stronger cylinder assembly; as such it represented the 'Junior' Goldie in its final form.

Imported from the USA approximately 10 years ago, this Goldie has been fully restored but is not matching numbers. (It is believed a replacement engine was shipped to the USA three months after the bike.) The machine incorporates some Phil Pearson upgrades including the (rebuilt) crankshaft, Bob Newby clutch, and new Mikuni carburettor. The speedometer has been rebuilt also (all invoices available). Last run in March 2024, the machine is offered with a V5C.

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