BSA Motorcycle Books

A full collection of BSA motorcycle books, plus owner's manuals, magazines and DVDs about this classic British motorcycle.

The BSA story is presented here in an effective combination of words and pictures, many in full colour, enhancing the story of a marque that continues as one of the most popular on the classic bike scene.

The first Bantam, Variations - D1 and D3, Pivoted fork - D3, D5 and D7, Four speeds - D10, D14 and D175, Bantams in competition, Specifications.

The unit-construction BSA twins took over from the A7 and A10 series. By then the company was in trouble financially and soon collapsed, leaving behind the legacy of good basic twins that later found favour in the classic bike revival of the 1980s.

The post war single cylinder BSA is a short description of a multitude of different motorcycles. Highlighted by the exciting Gold Star, this book succeeds in analysing all the different models, loved or unloved, and concludes with easily read specifications and model recognition points.

The essential guide to the renovation, restoration and development history of all post-war BSA twins. Plus how to recognize parts, improve specifications and maintain this classic motorcycle.

This volume contains articles on Royal Star, Rocket, Cyclone Lightning, Thunderbolt, Spitfire, Special II & III, and Hornet.Including road test reports from such popular magazines as Cycle World, Motorcycle and Motorcycle Mechanics. Plus articles on new model reports, performance data, history, service notes, engine analysis, specs and tuning.

The history of the BSA Bantum, regarded by some as one of the 'grey porridge' machines of the post-war era, it had a certain charm of its own, if only because it brought low-cost motorcycling within the realm of those who otherwise might never have been able to take to the road.

The 750cc three-cylinder BSA Rocket 3 and Triumph Trident represented the first of a new and refined breed of multi-cylinder super bikes when they were launched in 1968. Much smoother than the ubiquitous parallel twins of the time, the powerful triples offered tremendous 125mph performance combined with the pleasant flexibility, and scored many racing successes for Britain in the 1970s.

This book is a practical guide on the handling and maintenance of all 1955 to 1964 four stroke O.H.V. singles, except the 250cc and all Gold Star models.

The thoroughly revised new edition of this book deals with the handling and maintenance of all 1955 to 1967 four stroke O.H.V. singles EXCEPT all 250cc 'Gold Star' and B44 'Victor' models.

This book covers the practical maintenance of all B.S.A. Bantam two-stroke motorcycles from 1948 to 1966. Exlibrary copy with usual stamps and labels. Ideal as a working copy

This book covers the practical maintenance of all BSA Bantam two-stroke motorcycles from 1948 to 1957.

This is a faithful reproduction of the Floyd Clymer (W.C. Haycraft) Book Of The BSA originally published in the US in 1947. Much more detailed than the owner’s handbook, this manual includes complete technical data, service and maintenance information and detailed instructions for the repair and overhaul of the major mechanical and electrical components for the majority of the pre-war BSA single and twin cylinder motorcycles. However, as this manual was written specifically for the motorcycles constructed between 1936 through 1939 the information may not be quite as comprehensive for the earlier versions of these models.

BSA Bantam is the most numerous and popular small classic British bike on the market. There are some Bantam history books, but few practical buyers' guides.

BSA Bantam is the most numerous and popular small classic British bike on the market. There are some Bantam history books, but none that include a practical guide to buying secondhand. A complete history of the Bantam, with buying advice

Complete illustrated spare parts lists on late-type Gold Star plus an in-depth selection for the early type. Engine and Frame numbers with machine types, year by year. Engine test house performance tables, historical articles, restoration guide, 500cc Gold Star road test, selections from BSA catalogues, photographs, drawings, designer interview and development history.

This manual covers the following models: 741cc Triumph T150 Trident, 741cc Triumph T150V Trident, 741cc BSA A75 Rocket 3

Finest BSA motorcycle examples from around the world

This book deals exclusively with the BSA A50 and A65 unit-twin range. It gives history, full specification details, year-by-year changes, competition fortunes and riding experiences. There is also a chapter describing the complete restoration of a 1965 BSA A65 Lightning.

The BSA range of unit construction singles was in production for fifteen years, and spanned the time of BSA's greatest success, to the eventual failure of the company. In that time, the range provided BSA with their basic 'bread and butter' machines, gave thousands of learners an introduction to motorcycling, provided BSA with many national and world championship wins in the off road arena, mobilized the British Army and gave trail riders the world over the means to further their hobby. This illustrated history of the BSA unit singles runs from the 250cc ohv single cylinder C15 Star of 1958 to the B50 of 1971 and includes all the Triumph-badge derivatives. Matthew Vale provides not only the history but much practical advice relating to the purchase, restoration and maintenance of these machines.

This book is a detailed story of BSA's participation in motorcycle competitions with numerous black and white photographs.

BSA was once the largest - and most successful - motorcycle company in the world. Many of the most famous 'Beezas' were powered by twin-cylinder engines, in both vee and parallel configurations. During the interwar years BSA built a series of side-valve and overhead valve v-twins in 500, 750 and 1000cc. After the Second World War, BSA built a family of vertical twins. Their names bring back fond memories: Star Twin, Shooting Star, Golden Flash, Road Rocket, Super Rocket and the magnificent Rocket Gold Star. This is the very first book to deal exclusively with both the interwar v-twins and the postwar A7/10 series.

Gives a fully detailed history of the marque and its models plus comprehensive specification tables for all models.

The diminutive BSA Bantam is one of the icons of British motoring in the 20th century. It was not fast, glamorous or particularly well-built; but it was cheap, easy to ride and reasonably reliable. It was an introduction to motoring for 1000s of men and women in the 1950s and 60s and it still holds a an important place in the memory of many. This book charts the huge success of the little bike from Birmingham that started its life in pre-war Germany and went on to conquer the world. It includes a full history of the BSA Bantam, special panels on important features and people, and full specifications for major models.

This book gives a portrait of the model built up by describing its history, production changes and specifications. Then there are road tests (usually contemporary), owners' views, details of what to look for when buying, and information on the relevant clubs and specialists.

A full portrait of the model is built up by describing its history, production changes and specifications. Then there are road tests (usually contemporary), owners' views, details of what to look for when buying, and information on the relevant clubs and specialists.

A 30 page booklet, packed with articles, information, photographs and adverts.

Editions: Oct 73, Nov 73, Feb 74, May 74, Jan 04, Feb 04, Jul 04, Sep 04, Nov 04, Dec 04, Mar 05, Apr 05, May 05, Dec 05, Jan 06, Feb 06

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