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National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 10am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
Registration No: Un-RegisteredFrame No: H916854A50RMOT: Exempt
Appears to be a very original example with a lovely patina
No evidence of prior road use
A wonderful ‘oily rag’ recommissioning opportunity
One of the first BSAs with coil ignition and unit construction, the A50 Star was a 500cc twin launched in 1962 with the American market very much in mind. Created under chief development engineer Bert Perrigo, it had four speeds and was said to produce 33bhp at 5, 800rpm. New 8. 5:1 pistons from 1964 gave it a top speed of around 90mph. Originally sold as just the Star in Britain, and the Royal Star in export markets, it became the Royal Star in all markets from 1966. Proving to be a robust machine, it remained in production until 1970.
With no known history, this c. 1966 Royal Star appears to be a very original survivor and we cannot imagine it has had very much use in its life. In recent years, it has formed part of a private collection, and we understand some work was performed by a previous owner. Although it is not road-registered, it has been running and was last started in the autumn of 2025. Showing a really pleasant patina, this A50R has great potential to be restored or just enjoyed as it is. There is no documentation, but we do not see any difficulty in obtaining an age-related registration from the DVLA.
** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply**
Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people)
