1968 Bsa Bsa B441 on 2040-motos

US $23000

Year:1968 Mileage:8 Color: Red/Ivory

Location:

Katy, Texas, United States

BSA BSA B441 photos

BSA BSA B441 tech info

Engine Size (cc):441 Warranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty Type:Vintage/Classic Motorcycle For Sale By:Private Seller

BSA BSA B441 description

My Vintage British B44, Square Barrel, Shooting Star is for sale in great riding condition. The bike was originally registered in Texas and I am the second owner, (some original paperwork included). It has matching numbers and has been fully restored to some 95% original condition.

This is a very easy classic bike to own and ride regularly. Parts are plentiful and relatively cheap. It is mechanically very simple and there are plenty of shops that can work on this machine if required. I will include as much paperwork as I have, and whatever spares, parts and special tools that I have accumulated over the years.

This bike attracts attention wherever it stops, is a blast to ride, and easy to work on. I will pass on the Whitworth spanners and engine stand.

The only issues are a broken speedo, (not original), and the tank is a steel replacement suitable for modern pump gas with methanol. I have the original fiberglass tank that is nicely finished but the liner has been damaged, possibly from ethanol in modern fuel. The muffler is rather loud and is not original but is correct for the period.

There are too many new and replacement parts to list, but it is fitted with a race cam and the head has been gas flowed, so it goes well once warmed up.

The barrel has just been re-lined to standard and a new forged piston installed. The original Amal carb has been sleeved and works fine. It still runs on the original contact breakers, although an electronic system is readily available to minimize maintenance. It has all new bearings, seals , gaskets, clutch plates, break shoes, tires, cables, sprockets, chain, fork stanchions, valve guides, etc. The wiring is all new with upgraded high temp wire. All casing screws have been Helicoiled and replaced with St St screws.

If you want to look it up:
Frame is B44B GG 138
Engine is B44B 138 Y

I can forward higher res pictures, or I can take a video if interested.

The price is less than I have spent on it and I'm in no hurry to sell so no low ballers please.

Price does not include shipping, but I can work with your shipper if not local.

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