1937 BSA B22, Empire Star Project 249 cc. Registration numbe...

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£3,100

1937 BSA B22, Empire Star Project 249 cc. Registration number KSJ 414 (non transferrable). Frame number HB20 5848 (V5C says HB22 1589). Engine number HB22 1589.
During the 1930s BSA concentrated on producing a range of dependable, well-made, competitively priced motorcycles. The firm’s single-cylinder range was redesigned by Val Page for 1937, the engines taking on many of the characteristics they would retain in the post-war era, most notably dry-sump lubrication, rear-mounted magneto and that distinctively shaped timing cover. There were three new offerings in the 250 class: the sidevalve B20 and a pair of overhead-valve models – B20 and B22 - the latter designation being adopted for the top-of-the-range Empire Star. The new engines were housed in conventional cycle parts and drove via four-speed gearboxes, the Empire Star’s benefiting from the convenience of foot change.
The VMCC confirms that they were originally despatched together as a B22 Empire Star on 10th April 1937 to J. Beadle, Dartford, Kent.
KSJ was registered with Swansea in 1997 with the incorrect frame number as was the dating certificate. In 1997 it was with Arnold Hunt of Hull and our vendor in 1999.
This project is believed to be complete, bar a couple of levers. The engine and gearbox have both been overhauled.
Prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the completeness of the project.
Sold with the V5C.