1970 BSA LIGHTNING
Here is your chance to pick up a decent
looking, nice running classic British motorcycle that would make a great daily
rider and will never decrease in value. The BSA 650 Lightning was one the
hottest British bikes of it's time, enjoying it's peek from 1967-1970. These
powerful yet well balanced and sporty bikes were and are some of the most
restored, cafe raced, and chopped bikes of their time. The bike is a twin carb
650 Lightning but built around a Royal Star Frame (Royal Star and Lightning
frames were identical except for the serial numbers), the engine cases have been
stamped to match the frame. It will never win any concours awards as its not an
original numbers matching bike, but for a rider you cant beat it. The chrome is
pretty good for the most part with some pitting on the headlight and gas cap.
The front rim is OK, and the rear looks pretty good. The chrome on the tank is
slightly faded as is the chrome on the front fender and headlight ears, the rear
fender is brand new. The header pipes are dull and there is some fairly minor
acid spill damage on the left muffler, the right muffler looks good. The tires
are brand new Dunlops and the carbs are newly re- sleeved and rebuilt AMAL
930's. Everything works on the bike but it does need some finishing, steering
head adjustments mainly. Some spare parts are included such as a better
headlight bucket, headstock bearings and a better looking front wheel nave plate
(hubcap). Shop manual and photocopy of parts book is also included. Bike is
located in southern Ontario, about 1 1/2 hours west of Toronto.
Call Gary at (519) 656-9930
Gary Collins
Nithburg Cycle