Description
MAKE & MODEL: BSA Model S27
REGISTRATION: WU8880
YEAR: 1926
COLOUR: Green / White
ENGINE SIZE: 500 cc
CHASSIS NO: 6424
ENGINE NO: M11695
DOCUMENTS: V5C; Blue V5; green logbook; original buff logbook; invoices; Pre-restoration photograph from 1987.
The first motorcycles made by the Birmingham Small Arms Company in the early 1900s used proprietary engines such as the Belgian Minerva, and it was not until 1910 that the firm introduced a BSA designed and built machine. The first model to feature the marque's distinctive green and cream tank colours was a 499cc (3½hp) side-valve single, which was soon complemented by a 557cc (4¼hp) long-stroke version, built initially with single-speed belt drive transmission and later on with a three-speed countershaft gearbox in the case of the Model K, to which the Model H added chain final drive. BSA continued to offer a comprehensive range of sidevalve models in all capacities well into the 1920s, and despite the introduction of modern, overhead-valve models, such as the 'Sloper', to its line-up.
Featuring the altered frame, restyled fuel tank, larger front brake, and lower seating position - all new for the 1927 model year - this Model S27 was priced at £45 (without lamps and horn) when new. The machine was restored in the late 80’s early 90’s and runs and rides well. It has the added bonus of retaining its original registration number and only ever having had three owners from new. Investment Alert!
