1968 BSA A65L Lightning
1968 BSA A65L Lightning
Registration no. BAN 61G
Frame no. NC13855 A65L
Engine no. NC13855 A65L
Despatched to BSA, New Jersey, USA in October 1968, this Lightning returned to the UK in 1991 and was sold by Atlantic Motor Cycles in Reading. In 1993 an owner in Northampton carried out a full restoration, retaining the original engine, export-type fuel tank, chain guard, grab-rail, and metal side panels. The current owner purchased the BSA in 1997, since when various works have been carried out including an engine rebuild (cylinder barrels re-sleeved to standard) and wheels rebuilt by Central Wheels (1997/1998). Used for touring and road runs, the Lightning has attended BSA international rallies in Holland, Belgium, Sweden and the Isle of Man, as well as numerous UK events including the 'Festival of 1000 Bikes' at Brands Hatch. It has also been exhibited at shows including The Southern Classic Bike Show and the International Classic Bike Show at Stafford.
The Lightning benefits from an SRM needle roller bearing conversion, while the fuel tank has been changed from the two-gallon export type to four-gallon UK. The fuel tank and side panels have been painted Rover Nightfire Red (originally Candy Apple Red). Last run in 2017, the machine benefits from a new battery and is described by our vendor as in generally good condition. Accompanying paperwork includes a dating certificate; numerous bills; expired MoTs and tax discs; copy old/current V5/V5C documents; and a restoration notebook. The original export tank and TLS-braked front wheel are included.
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1968 BSA A65L Lightning
Registration no. BAN 61G
Frame no. NC13855 A65L
Engine no. NC13855 A65L
Despatched to BSA, New Jersey, USA in October 1968, this Lightning returned to the UK in 1991 and was sold by Atlantic Motor Cycles in Reading. In 1993 an owner in Northampton carried out a full restoration, retaining the original engine, export-type fuel tank, chain guard, grab-rail, and metal side panels. The current owner purchased the BSA in 1997, since when various works have been carried out including an engine rebuild (cylinder barrels re-sleeved to standard) and wheels rebuilt by Central Wheels (1997/1998). Used for touring and road runs, the Lightning has attended BSA international rallies in Holland, Belgium, Sweden and the Isle of Man, as well as numerous UK events including the 'Festival of 1000 Bikes' at Brands Hatch. It has also been exhibited at shows including The Southern Classic Bike Show and the International Classic Bike Show at Stafford.
The Lightning benefits from an SRM needle roller bearing conversion, while the fuel tank has been changed from the two-gallon export type to four-gallon UK. The fuel tank and side panels have been painted Rover Nightfire Red (originally Candy Apple Red). Last run in 2017, the machine benefits from a new battery and is described by our vendor as in generally good condition. Accompanying paperwork includes a dating certificate; numerous bills; expired MoTs and tax discs; copy old/current V5/V5C documents; and a restoration notebook. The original export tank and TLS-braked front wheel are included.
Offered with key
All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.
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