Description
This motorcycle is Lot 119 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Autumn Stafford Sale (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show) on 12 & 13 October, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 1 - 176 are to be sold from 11:00 on Saturday 12th October 2024.
Lots 201 - 429 are to be sold from 11:00 on Saturday 13th October 2024.
Public Viewing:
Available 12th & 13th October 2024 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Stafford County Showground (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show).
Lot 119
1952 BSA 649cc A10 Golden Flash
Registration no. RSV 777
Frame no. A7. S 31114. (see text)
Engine no. ZA10 15356
Introduced late in 1949, BSAs 650cc A10 twin closely followed the basic pattern established by the 500cc A7 while contriving to be almost entirely different in detail. The existing parallel-twin architecture was retained for the new A10, as was the four-speed gearbox bolted directly to the crankcase in a form of semi-unitary construction. The cycle parts remained virtually unchanged, though the larger twin's 8" front brake was one obvious difference. Fitted at first only to export models, the 4. 25-gallon fuel tank became available on the home market after one year, as did the striking metallic beige finish of the 'Golden Flash' version. By the end of the succeeding decade, BSA's popular 650cc twin had undergone considerable development. On the cycle parts front, the introduction of a swinging-arm frame in 1954 had resulted in the original bolt-up gearbox's replacement by a conventional separate item, while the engine would undergo numerous improvements before production ceased in 1962.
This plunger-framed Golden Flash has been registered overseas, its date of UK registration being recorded as 1st August 1984. The BSA has belonged to the current vendor since 18th July 2000 and was last taxed in December 2014. Unrestored, the machine is presented in 'oily rag' condition, ripe for sympathetic restoration, and is sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted that the accompanying HPI and V5C documents record the frame number as 'ZA7S31114'.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
