1970 BSA B25S Starfire For Sale by Auction

National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ

1970 BSA B25S Starfire
No reserve

Registration No: SGV 10J
Frame No: BDO 6886
MOT: Exempt

The last incarnation of BSA's 250 single
Over £4000 spent on recent restoration
Beautifully presented, supplied with a V5C
The BSA factory was established in Birmingham in 1861 and went on to become one of the world's largest motorcycle manufacturers. The B25 range was the last of a long line of ‘learner legal’ 250s offered by BSA, with a simple tried and tested single-cylinder OHV engine developing around 20bhp. The Starfire was the sporty model in the range, sharing many cycle parts with the B44 Victor Roadster, including a fibreglass tank and a seat with a rear hump. Front forks were two-way damped and rubber gaiters fitted instead of the metal covers of the C15 and the rear shock absorbers were now exposed. Chrome mudguards and a chrome headlight shell added to the style and in 1969, in common with other machines in the BSA/ Triumph range, a new 7" twin leading shoe front brake was fitted.

This B25S, being offered at no reserve, has been subject to an extensive restoration by the vendor at a cost of over £4000. The engine has been overhauled and fitted with electronic ignition together with a new wiring loom. New period correct tyres have been mounted on alloy rims with stainless spokes, new wheel and steering bearings, the brakes have been relined, front forks overhauled and new rear shocks fitted. Cosmetically, the paintwork has been refinished with the fuel tank and side panels in metallic blue and the mudguards rechromed. Stainless steel fasteners were used wherever possible and new cables fitted. The B25 is a relatively lightweight model that makes a great mount for using on vintage runs and rallies. This beautifully presented bike will be supplied with a current V5C.

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