This is an absolutely fine motorcycle. It is a BSA A-10 Golden Flash Royal Tourist that has been updated in every way to become a beautiful modern day WHAT!!? I’m not sure exactly what to call it, a bobber or a cafe racer? I do know that whatever it is, it is a really fine job creating an outstandingly beautiful and highly reliable vintage motorcycle. Bike is being offered for a very reasonable $14,995.
The following upgrades have been made:
Bike has 3,300 plus miles. The following parts were rebuilt or replaced less than 500 miles ago. Front wheel with stainless spokes (new), front twin lead brake (new sealed bearing), SRM billet oil pump (new), front fork rebuild (new tubes, seals, dampers, stainless seal cup holders), steering head bearings (new), front brake cable (new). Tail lens and rubber. Frame – GA 714039. Engine – DA1014348. Enclosed chain – keeps things clean (this is a feature of the Royal Tourist model). Goldie 4 gal tank (sealed with POR-15). Front brake replaced with late 60′s TLS and powder coated drum (much improved stopping power over the single lead!). Forks rebuilt with new tubes, all new seals, stainless fork seal holders and after market dampers added (stainless studs). New Takasago Excel wheel with all stainless spokes. New Steering Head Roller Bearings-replacing ball and cup.
The following are SRM modifications. If you're not familiar with SRM Engineering, check them out (www.srm-engineering.com) – Over 25 years of BSA experience. These guys are the best at engineering BSA modifications. SRM 12 Volt Electronic Magneto Conversion – Positive Earth (includes new Power Box , Dynamo Regulator, New 12 volt Dynamo and 12 volt field Coil. Nice fat spark-starts on first kick! SRM PP3 – CNC Billet Superlift Alloy Clutch Pressure Plate kit (4 spring) -smooth! SRM Dyno Belt-Drive kit. Wire reinforced belt – replaces chain (less noise + increased rpm by 10%). SRM CNC Billet high delivery oil pump – this just installed less than 500 miles ago (will include old pump which is still functioning properly. SRM SF1-Finned Aluminum Sump Plate-with magnetic stud.
New and rebuilt parts since restore (3,000 miles plus):
- Battery Tender
- Horn rebuilt with new parts, paint and chrome.
- Carb rebuilt with all new jets, needles, floats and gaskets. Resleeved at Lunds in Oregon
- Pistons and rings
- Complete head rebuild with new valves and guides.
- Speedo rebuilt
- Downpipes-pair
- Mufflers – pair
- solo saddle
- Ignition with key
- Primary chain
- Cables-brake, throttle,speedo and clutch
- Headlamp
- Tank badges
- Dynamo brushes
- Hagon….Rear Shocks and Shrouds
- Toolbox fastener
- Bar end mirror
- Handlebar and grips
- Armored oil pipe set - feed and return
- Oil tank filter
- Clutch push rod
- Headlamp 3 way switch.
- Many chromed parts including carb drip shield.
- Much of the hardware has been upgraded to stainless – including the 8 tappet cover nuts.
- Not included in this list are numerous nuts, bolts and rubber pieces.