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1963 BSA RGS Rocket Goldstar (1963)
1963 BSA RGS Rocket Goldstar European Clubman Trim Very nice full mechanic and cosmetic restoration. Two year only model Please read and view videos and ask questions. Seller can be reached at (626) 483-6033 Information of Rocket Goldstar The final and most exciting of BSA's long line of pre-unit 646cc parallel twins, which started with the Golden Flash back in 1949, launched in Feb 1962 comes the mighty Rocket Goldstar. Production with 1584 bikes of which 272 were off road scramblers. With a specially tuned A10 Super Rocket engine in the well proven BSA Goldstar frame, BSA created a very fast bike for the time with good handling that became an instant classic. 9:1 compression Super Rocket engine was used with a Spitfire performance camshaft and an Amal Mono carburetor gave 46 bhp as standard. Options as this unit, with two into one exhaust pipes , close-ratio RRT2 gearbox, Aluminum alloy rims, Daytona front hub could increase to 50 bhp and add 30% to the price. Nine specials were made for export to California. Some Histories This particular bike based on VIN - GA101622 is only 18 numbers after the one sold in Silverstone Auction in 2011. Most likely similar assembly line that left the BSA factory in Birmingham.2016-06-20 05:09:05South Pasadena, California, United States18142000
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Ural Baikal - a new limited bike with a sidecar
Thu, 12 Oct 2017The Russian motorcycle manufacturer presented a special version of the motorcycle with a "sidecar", dedicated to the lake and the traveler. The Irbit manufacturer will release only 45 copies of the Baikal Limited Edition. Baikal was created on the basis of a motorcycle with a sidecar drive, has a "spare wheel", a trunk, protective arches, an additional searchlight and a "side car" windshield.
From the gates of the Irbit plant comes the upgraded "citizen" Ural cT
Thu, 30 Mar 2017From the gates of the Irbit plant comes the upgraded "citizen" Ural cT - the most affordable motorcycle in the lineup, which has gained points in comfort. The old-school control panel was replaced with a trendy panel with built-in electronics. The second important innovation, for which the riders who decide to buy will sing the glory to IMZ, are the more comfortable “one and a half” seats, which replaced the rubber “frogs” (or “tractor” ones, as you like).
Ural holds record in Bonneville
Sun, 07 Aug 2016Since 1914, there has been no Russian motorcycle in the history of racing in the salt fields of Utah. The Fine Custom Mechanics team changed history by making a name for themselves at Speed Week in the USA. On a two-mile distance, the Bonny, a custom-made bike with an Ural engine, managed to accelerate the bike to 97 mph.
Urals Parade Through Sochi Olympic Ceremony
Fri, 07 Feb 2014With the start of the Sochi winter olympics upon us, reports have gone rampant about the terrible conditions some athletes and media have experienced so far. Lost in all the hoopla is the participation of 20 red Urals in the Olympics opening ceremony. A spectacular procession of the legendary sidecar motorcycles across the ice of the Fisht stadium symbolized one of the achievements in Russia’s post-WWII reconstruction history and gave Ural a moment of recognition in front of an international audience.
2014 Urals Get Upgraded & Go On Tour
Wed, 29 Jan 2014For 2014 Ural has equipped its line-up of two-wheelers and sidecars with some very modern componentry. Ural models now enjoy the benefits of electronic fuel injection (EFI), disc brakes (on all three wheels) and an hydraulic steering damper. Ural claims the motorcycles have received “dozens of other upgrades,” but did not provide details as to nature of those upgrades.
Russian Motorcycle Racers Carry Sochi Olympic Torch
Thu, 19 Dec 2013A pair of Russian motocross racers took part in the Olympic torch relay this week, carrying the Olympic flame on their motorcycles on its way to Sochi. On Dec. 15, Russian sidecarcross racer Evgeny Scherbinin (pictured above) carried the torch into Kamensk-Uralsky, an industrial city described as the birthplace of motorcycling in the region.
2012 Ural Sidecars Recalled for Breaking Rims
Tue, 19 Nov 2013Ural is recalling several 2012 sidecar models because of a risk of their rims breaking or fracturing. The recall affects all Ural sidecars manufactured between June 2, 2012 and Oct. 25, 2012, affecting the Ural Gear-Up, Patrol, Patrol T, Tourist and Tourist T.
Help Fund Motorcycle Retrofits for Impaired Riders
Thu, 07 Nov 2013Don Jackson, owner of Yesterday’s Rides Metalworks in Newberg, OR, and a marine veteran, has announced a crowdfunding initiative to raise money to complete the prototype of a motorcycle retrofit designed for persons who require the use of a personal mobility device. The retrofit allows the owner to ride their personal mobility device (wheelchair, scooter, etc.) onto a sidecar via a ramp, lock it in place, retract the ramp using electronic controls, climb on to the motorcycle and ride off. When the rider reaches his/her destination, the mobility device is right alongside, ready to unlock and use. The initial prototype is based on a modified Ural, which is already sidecar compatible.
Limited Edition Ural Gaucho Rambler
Mon, 07 Oct 2013Russian manufacturer of motorcycles with sidecars, Ural, is now taking orders for the limited edition Gaucho Rambler. To create the limited edition Gaucho Rambler Ural teamed up with world class woolen weaver, Pendleton Woolen Mills. The unique matte finished Pacific Blue color and sunburnt canvas upholstery for the sidecar are from the creative minds at Pendleton Woolen Mills as is the “Journey West” blanket with a limited commemorative label that comes with each bike. The limited edition Gaucho Rambler features Ural’s on-demand two-wheel-drive and each sidecar is accessorized with a passenger windscreen, a spare tire and a GSI Outdoors camp kit.
Ural Gains Floorplan Financing from GE Capital
Fri, 14 Jun 2013Sidecar specialist Ural Motorcycles took an important step forward towards increasing its reach in the U.S. market after reaching a deal with GE Capital to provide inventory financing to dealerships. Inventory financing (also known as floorplan financing) is a revolving line of credits dealers can use to help increase its inventory.