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Mileage:32500
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Engine Size (cc):650
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN:A65TGE09956
BSA Thunderbolt description
1971 BSA Thunderbolt (A65). Purchased in Maryland in 1974 with less than 5000 miles. Did not have tach or turn signals when purchased,. Handlebars not stock but some type of “western” bars that are comfortable so never changed them. Not sure of seller's care and had the time so did valves and rings just in case. Turns out was not necessary. All numbers match. Always ridden with the 4 gallon road tank. No dents (photo is deceptive because of contours of the tank). I have the two gallon tank but it has never be on the bike. Needs work. See photo. Bike ridden daily as school commuter 1974 - 77. Trailered to San Diego in 1977, garage kept and ridden ever since with decreasing frequency. Just had its annual check- up by Brit bike specialists and it runs great. No problems at all mechanically, strong pull, smooth tranny, clutch, suspension, forks etc. Good tires. Rode it 100 miles on 9.15.13 and it performed great. Currently 32,500 miles. Dunstall pipes added in 1980 -- great sound. Left side rear shows flaking. Front rim shows some rust (see photos). Major work in 2005: clutch, carb, gaskets everywhere, all bottom end oil leaks, new red paint. Bummer fact: Presumably a slight fracture on the top tank seam near mounting bolt not picked up when painted caused paint to slowly blister over the past eight years. Did a patch and paint to arrest the problem. Not a real fix but a "heads up full disclosure" task to address at some point. See before and after photos. Please Contact seller with questions. Hard to part with something I have enjoyed for 39 years as I love the sound and the fury of vintage British iron. Buyer must use PayPal or cashier’s check and arranges shipping. Low reserve
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