1965 (see text) BSA A10, Golden Flash Project, 650cc. Regist...

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£3,100

1965 (see text) BSA A10, Golden Flash Project, 650cc. Registration number FKE 93C. Frame number GA7 12001. Engine number DA10 12447 (see text).
Launched in 1949, the BSA A10 was a development of the A7 500cc and was needed to compete with the Triumph Speed Twin, it was designed by Bert Hopwood (who had previously worked at Triumph and Norton). Initially it was available with a rigid frame but the rear plunger was a more popular choice, especially amongst the sidecar buyers. It had hinged rear mudguard and a semi unit gearbox mated to the parallel twin engine until 1954 when a swinging arm rear was introduced along with separate gearbox and engine. Initially offered in black and chrome to the UK market a new gold colour was introduced and became very popular and led to the name Golden Flash, some 80% of all units were made for export which meant that there were long waiting lists for UK buyers, the Golden Flash remained a popular model in the range until 1963.
This example was purchased by our vendors father in September 2018 from Moto Classics as a project and he had nearly finished it when he passed away. The engine was fully rebuilt with replacement crankcases, (please note the V5C states the engine number to be D1740) crankshaft and conrods, new clutch, Super Rocket camshaft, rear wheel spindle. The frame was painted, much stainless steel was used throughout.
Now in need of final assembly, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the completeness of this project.
Sold with the V5C, (please note it states the date of registration to be November 1965 but both the frame and engine numbers are from 1961).