LOT 391

1952 BSA 125cc Bantam D1 Registration no. KDA 966 Frame no. YD1583812 Engine no. YDL12591

Sold for £1,035 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve

Lot 391

1952 BSA 125cc Bantam D1

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|11 October 2026, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1952 BSA 125cc Bantam D1
Registration no. KDA 966
Frame no. YD1583812
Engine no. YDL12591

Many a now-mature motorcyclist's first two-wheeled experience will have been gained aboard a BSA Bantam. Developed from the pre-war DKW RT125 and announced in 1948, the Bantam became a top seller for BSA, in excess of half a million leaving the Birmingham factory before production ceased in 1971. Originally of 123cc, the engine grew first to 148cc and then to 172cc. Plunger rear suspension became available as an option in 1950, as did battery electrics powered by a 6-volt Lucas alternator, direct lighting having been relied upon hitherto. While larger-engined versions came and went, the original 123cc D1 Bantam in its updated, plunger-suspended form remained available until 1963.

Laid up for quite some time, this plunger-suspended D1 Bantam was purchased by the private vendor, who has since recommissioned the machine and got it running. No previous history is known. The machine currently displays a total 12,414 miles on the odometer. Offered with a V5C.
Key not required

Saleroom notices

The frame number is YD1S83812. There is a key offered with this Lot.

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