What kind of bike was the BSA Road Rocket?
BSA Road Rocket. The BSA Road Rocket was a 1950s 646 cc (39.4 cu in) air-cooled parallel twin motorcycle designed by Bert Hopwood and produced by Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA) at Small Heath, Birmingham. Developed from the A10 Golden Flash it was the first sports bike in the BSA A10 series.
What was the final range of BSA motorcycles?
The final range was just four models: Gold Star 500, 650 Thunderbolt/Lightning and the 750 cc Rocket Three. However, the plan involved the axing of some brands, large redundancies and consolidation of production at two sites.
When did the BSA Super Rocket come out?
Advertised by BSA in 1956 as ‘undoubtedly the world’s greatest motor cycle’ the Road Rocket was discontinued in 1958 when it was replaced by the BSA Super Rocket.
What kind of motorcycle is the BSA cyclone 500?
A50 Cyclone 500 Royal Star 1962-70 A65 Firebird 650SS 1970 A65 Firebird 650 Scrambler 1968 – 71 A65 Hornet Spitfire 1964-65 A65 Racing 650 Sidecar 1969
BSA Road Rocket. The BSA Road Rocket was a 1950s 646 cc (39.4 cu in) air-cooled parallel twin motorcycle designed by Bert Hopwood and produced by Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA) at Small Heath, Birmingham. Developed from the A10 Golden Flash it was the first sports bike in the BSA A10 series.
What kind of engine does a BSA 650cc bike have?
This is an excellent example of BSA’s twin carb 650cc bike. It has less than 500 miles since a total restoration was performed. The engine was professionally rebuilt from top to bottom. It has new pistons, rings, rods, valves/guides, bearings.
What’s the engine number on a BSA Road Rocket?
Engine number CA10RR1120. New battery and all fluids flushed and refilled in last 15 days. Runs Great.
The final range was just four models: Gold Star 500, 650 Thunderbolt/Lightning and the 750 cc Rocket Three. However, the plan involved the axing of some brands, large redundancies and consolidation of production at two sites.