HOW TO WIN A ROSETTE Part 2BSA BEAGLE

B44 ALIVE AND WELLand lots more inside!

President Norman Davis

Vice Presidents Dave Jones, Peter Crowe, Barry ‘Polly’ Palmer and Sheila Martin

Chairman Kelvin Meadowschairman@bsaownersclub.co.uk

Treasurer Dennis Boatwright20 St Anne’s Road, Banbury, Oxon OX16 9EAtreasurer@bsaownersclub.co.uk

National Secretary Phil Bull494 Barrows Lane, Sheldon, Birmingham B26 3BHnatsec@bsaownersclub.co.uk

Membership Secretary Rob JonesPO Box 235, Havant, Hampshire PO9 9DJmembership@bsaownersclub.co.uk

PRO Bill Nelsonpro@bsaownersclub.co.uk

Editor Chris Golby66 Saltmarsh Lane, Hayling Island PO11 0JTeditor@bsaownersclub.co.uk

International Secretary Andy Lorenz,31 Rowley Bank, Stafford ST17 9BG UKinternational@bsaownersclub.co.uk

Librarian Steve Foden113 Holmville Road, Bebington, Wirral CH63 2PX

(For the retention of existing Reg. No’s. Members: £20, Non Members: £25.)

Regalia Graham Jackson111 Heronscroft, Covingham, Swindon, Wilts SN3 5AWregalia@bsaownersclub.co.uk

Machine Dating Officer Steve Foden113 Holmville Road, Bebington, Wirral CH63 2PX

(Please inc. SAE and cheque to ‘BSAOC Library Account’. Members: £5, Non Members: £10.)DVLC require rubbings of frame/eng numbers. Applications without will be returned.

Transfers Malcolm Hawkins300 Cricklade Road, Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 8AYtransfers@bsaownersclub.co.uk

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CONTENTS

How To Win A Rosette! Part 2 4

Regalia and Transfers 8

Noticeboard 9

In Defence of the Beagle 10

Membership Fees 11

Branch News 12

BSAOC Members’ Meeting Report 24

B40 vs B31? 26

BSAOC 51st International Rally 2014 29

Other Side of the Counter 31

Paul’s B44, Alive and Well 33

Calendar of Events 2014 35

National Club Branches & Groups 37

BSAOC Technical Consultants 38

Bazaar 39

EDITORIALSeasons Greetings and wishing all of you aHappy Christmas and Prosperous New Year!What a great year it has been for the Club and ‘The STAR’. Membership of the club has increased by 159, there are a lot of exciting new developments happening with the WebsiteMembers Area and thanks to all of you, we have had a lot of great features and stories sent in to The STAR, which makes it more entertaining month by month. As such, the National Committee have agreed to increasingthe number of pages each month from 40 to 48, so that feature or story about your bike,restoration, ride-out, rally, or anything else BSA related, you know, the one you have been meaning to write and send in, well now’sthe time to do it!

Update regarding the Sloper featured on thecover of the November edition, Member BrianFosh is the proud owner and Calvin Bobin from Essex was the owner of the other one mentioned. Now to correct my mistakes, thebike is in fact a 1931 S31-10 Deluxe, unofficiallythe ‘Red Star Sloper’. Many thanks to Brian forhelping me out here!

This month sees the final part of Alan BraggsM33 restoration from a very low point lastmonth to… well, I’ll leave you to find out. Also,we have an interesting development on Paul’sBlack Lightning featured in the October issue,and an appeal from Bill Benzie for informationon surviving Beagle’s amongst the usual stuff.

The November Members Meeting went reallywell and was a very light hearted and jovial affair which represents what our club is allabout! Minutes of the meeting inside.

For those of you still thinking of going to the International Rally 2014 in California, the booking form and details are inside for the last time, as Andy Lorenz needs them all in byMid December latest. For those folks who aregiving it a miss and still want to go to an International Event, there is the Belgian SummerCamp advertised inside also.

Well, the next edition will be the first of 2014,lets hope for another great year for our BSA’s.

Chris Golby, Editor

All contributions to the Editor:email: editor@bsaownersclub.co.uk

Whilst every effort is made to publish submissions sent to The STAR, the editor

reserves the right to edit the articles included and his decision is final.

The views expressed in the magazine arenot necessarily those of the BSAOC.

THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OFTHE BSA OWNERS’ CLUB

DECEMBER 2013

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Sooooo, the restoration which was planned for the end of summer now dragged on through the winter and into spring, during which time my welding skills improved no end. All of the fixings were made from hexagon stainless steel bar stock (non of the originals were useable anyway!) My lathe and miller were working overtime virtually remaking the engine and gearbox by machining out copious amounts of alloy weld in bearing holes, cracked cases etc,new fins were made for the barrel which was relined back to standard, a new big end fitted and crank re-trued after repair (a first for me!) gears were cut, shafts machined, bushes turned and finally by the spring we had an engine and a massive electricity bill too AND WOWdo I mean massive!!!! Can’t blame that on the tumble drier…

I should mention at this point that after spending a day working on the dream in the workshop, I would often sit with a piece of the tin ware beating things back into shape duringthe evening using skills I was fast learning from a friend of mine. His sage advice was eagerlylistened to and soaked up at various bike meetings and whose own skills in working with sheet metal are legendary, what a guy!

Suffice to say, that after hundreds of hours work, the repaired parts were starting to arrive back in the workshop freshly powder coated, chrome plated, zinc plated etc.

New parts were arriving every day by post like the exhaust system, new rims and spokes. It was all very exciting for me but I noticed that the postman was starting to look a little jadedand was not sharing my enthusiasm!

I don’t remember the exact date, but one morning I strode into the workshop and decided ‘today I will start the build!’. That feeling of euphoria that accompanies the insertion of the first engine bolt into the frame as the build progresses, the smug sideways look to appreciate

You may recall last month part 1of Alan Bragg’s tale about taking on an M33project and finding he has a pretty big mountain to climb. Alan continues…

the crisp new chrome against the smart, shiny black paint and lustrous alloy cases – I know, I really should get out more!

Well, the engine eventually started, but running it was a work of art. The Type 6 carburettor I fitted in place of the scrap concentric was useless, so after a couple of weeks I built a monobloc up from spares and what a difference! It ran beautifully at that, now for the clutch...I’ve not mentioned this before because I took it for granted, well a clutch is a clutch, isn’t it?NO, not if it’s an ancient bent up 6 spring type, it isn’t!

This type of clutch was new to me and it’s inherent evils were just beginning to blight my life,used as I am to 3 spring and at a pinch, 4 spring unit clutches.

Well, fancy making a clutch from sheet steel pressed up to form a centre basket and with welded parts and rivets! What happens to all this sheet steel when it gets hot? Well, it movesaround doesn’t it!

So, accurate or fine adjustment is the stuff of dreams and let’s not forget 50 odd years of useand several “careful owners“ later, so it never stays in the same state with heat, cold, pressureand centrifugal forces adding to the mix, not to mention the inbuilt stresses resulting from the manufacturing process.

I think I became obsessed with that clutch, neighbours would marvel at that bloke who was constantly riding up and down stopping and performing some kind of weird ritual with his rightfoot, head down, hands clamped to the handle bars, back hunched, chanting an incantationtrying to select neutral, or later, the whoops of glee when, after completing an adjusting ceremony, neutral could be found when stationary, but when accelerating hysterically away,monstrous clutch slip was evident.

Occasionally gibbering incoherently and through clenched teeth, I laboured on for nearly 18months with that clutch before finally admitting defeat, when a kind soul took pity and sold me a 4 spring A10 clutch which with a bit of ‘modding’ fitted nicely and totally transformed the bike.

HOW TO WIN A ROSETTE!Part 2

Remember this?Remember this?

Look at it now!

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Now, 4,500 miles later, it starts and runs better than ever and while most blokes refer to cars, bikes and other machinery as ‘HER’, I like to think of this M33 as a tweed clad, walrusmoustached, crusty old colonel who, whatever the weather, just gets on with his business andpropels me along at a stately speed, with a mellow woofing from the exhaust and a steady rattle from the valve gear that defies all attempts to quieten it, with a reliability and grandnessreserved for one of his age, looking down his nose as the world trundles by. The red of the petrol tank being suitably port wine coloured only adds to the effect!

Mind you, he does have his moments. One incident in particular was when I was hustling theold gent along at a faster rate than normal, late for a meeting of old bikers waiting to ride outon a wet, dark and threatening early summer evening, I stopped at the filling station which wasthe only one on the route and all of the aisles were full so I had to queue.

Conscious of the time factor and several people waiting for me, I fumed with impatience, finallythe Range Rover in front of me pulled away so in the gloom I rushed to the pump and grabbedthe handle (always using 97 octane), I grasped the Excellum pump handle and started to fill up. After several seconds I dreamily noticed a small splash of fuel on the tank top and it was behaving oddly, it should have evaporated by now… It was then that the smell hit me, eventhrough a full face helmet there was no doubt and then the full horror struck me, it was dieselAND my last ten quids worth too!

I slowly hung the nozzle back up, feeling a kind of numbness spreading through my limbs and then my mind started to race – would it start? There was over a gallon of petrol in there,should I risk it?

No, common sense prevailed and fortunately the fuel tap was off so no diesel in the carb! Nextcame the “long walk of shame” to the kiosk to pay. Feeling wretched and stupid I pushed thebike to a far corner of the forecourt to await rescue by trailer. That will teach me to hustle theold gent along and try to rush him around. When I was loading him up onto the trailer, I couldhave sworn I heard a quiet snigger or was it a dry plunger spring squeaking? Who knows.

When I phoned my partner to ask her to bring the trailer,at least she had the decency to sound concerned and not laugh, which is more than I can say for others of my acquaintance once the story got out.

Mind you, when the tank was drained and refilled, the engine ran beautifully smooth and quiet for quite a fewmiles after.

And the Rosette! Well, at the open day in Leicester North Rugby Club 2012, the old gent won a best in showrosette and trophy. He must have winked at the judges or something in order to win in such splendid company,and the ride out on the Saturday was nice with some spirited riding back from the restaurant when the old gent acquitted himself well with a respectable 75mph indicated on one down hill section (There’s life in the old dog yet!).

PS: In a small shed at the bottom of my garden, in a dark dusty corner, resides the complete 6 spring clutch in a biscuit tin with a very heavy set of A65 barrels on the lid, just in case theb*****d ever tries to get out!!

Alan Bragg

Alan gets the Rosette!Alan gets the Rosette!

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BSAOC REGALIA SHOP

MACHINE TRANSFERS

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NOTICE BOARD!

Trying to locateFHF697G - D14/4 Bantam

I am trying to locate the first bike I ever owned (Summer '76 to Summer '77), a black D14/4 on which I passed my test. A DVLA V5 record exists for this machine but has been inactive since 1982. I would expect the bike to be within a 20 mile radius of St. Helens, Lancashire. Do you own it or know where it is?Reward offered.Bill Benzie, SW Lancs. Email: bill.benzie@googlemail.com

Appeal for C12 ChainguardOver the past year I have been advertising for parts to complete my BSA C12...with limited success.

However, I am still trying to find a rear chainguard, Part No. 29-8336 C12, to complete the project and get the bike on the road. Can any members help?

I am really anxious to complete my C12 while I am stillable and I’m happy to pay a good price.

Also, has anybody got a rear suspension spring compressiontool for a C12, Part No. 61-5064, that I could either buy or pay cash to hire and return?

Dennis Barrett. Email: denmobar@virginmedia.com

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These machines may not have the charisma of an A65 and may, when mentioned, provoke loud guffaws from the less intelligent, but apart from truly woefull brakes they do not deservetheir poor reputation. As the owner of about 0.25% of the total original Beagle production I would like to put the other side of the story, the one that started with the idea to compete with the Honda Cub, the introduction in late 1962, the ramp up and the equally rapid rampdown and resultant ‘flop’ status that has endured ever since.

I want to start a Beagle, Starlite and Ariel Pixie Register that encompasses all known survivors,or parts of survivors. There is nothing untoward in this, just a piece of record keeping that some people may have considered in the past but never actually completed. The information I need is as follows:

• Engine number ie K1/, P1/ or S1/

• Frame number

• Original registration number

• Date of first registration

• Any salient history

• Any modified machines, ie redesigned oil feeds or modified capacities

• If the machine has been re-registered, then its new registration and the above data.

If you have a pair of crankcases, a frame or a complete engine, these parts all have a story to tell and so these numbers are just as valuable in their own way when it comes to compiling a historical survey. I need this data too!

IN DEFENCE OF THE

BEAGLE

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It would be nice if the results that come out of thisstudy can be matched to any information that maylie within club archives or (more likely) in people’sown possession or possibly the local history archivesat several libraries in and around the Midlands oreven stuff that comes up on ebay. This could relateto internal BSA production records, ex factory delivery dates to dealers, road test notes, masses ofwarranty claims etc, I just don’t know where it willlead, but what I do believe is that this is a storyworth the time to tease out of history, especially asanyone who was 18 in 1964 will now be 67 and ata point in their lives when they may want to reflecton what they did and achieved in their youth.

Above all, if you have any data and are willing to share it, please send it to me. I don’t needyour address and you can be guaranteed that nothing fishy is going on. None of the data will be made public except by way of an overall survey result, people’s identities will never be able to be linked to particular machines or locations etc.

I might get a shock when the final results are in, for depending on how many machines can still be said to be in existence, I could find myself owning a very large proportion of all the known survivors!

Please get in touch with me at bill.benzie@googlemail.com. I live in SW Lancashire and I’m always interested in Beagle / Pixie developments.

Bill Benzie

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BSAOC BRANCH NEWS to both these regular members who are sadly missed at the Blue Bell. Compliments of the season to all BSA Owners Club members, especially those three who read these notes.

Take care.

Phil

CHESHIREHQ: The Whipping Stocks, on A50 between Knutsford and Holmes Chapel

(2nd Tuesday and last Thursday, 8pm)

Just like buses – nothing for ages and then loads come along all at once! So it has been here in Cheshire with our biking outings over the last month, to the point that we have ended the‘season’ on a real mile munching high. Steve took us out to wildest Wales, on a trip with a twist.Some tricky terrain to traverse but it was all worth it due to the freebie pro-biotic milk productsat the end...scrummy! I hope that Steve continues the foody themes into next year’s run-outs.

Hot on the heels of that outing, we had the 3-branches gathering at The Winking Man (thankheavens for Spell Checker!). A great turn outfrom South Derbyshire, North Staffs and Cheshirewith over 20 bikes turning up on only the secondrunning of this embryonic gathering. Havingtalked with the guys from the other branches, I really think that this inter-branch entente cordiale holds great promise and there is alreadytalk of a possible 3-branches camp next year.

And before we even had time to put boots andhelmets away, it was the second running of Joe’sjaunt to a ‘steaming‘ day at Foxfield Railway(where North Staffs had their camp). On a clearday, the views would have been spectacular, butthis time around all attention was concentratedon the roads/rivers immediately in front of us. It was wet, but that only made the warmth of the Foxfield Station Café even more inviting. That run will deffo be on next year’s calendar.

In terms of branch business, our 2013 AGM is now behind us. Plenty of lively and thought provoking discussion and only a minor change to the branch committee. Paul Stafford hasstepped into the Branch Sec shoes left vacant by Allan G ...welcome aboard Paul. Other postsunchanged as incumbents have kindly agreed to continue in their respective roles.

On the social side, Cheshire Branch well represented at the BSAOC Annual Awards weekend inScarborough and a grand weekend (will be) had by all I am sure. A reminder that our ownbranch awards/social bash is scheduled for 11th January thanks to the efforts of Social Sec Dave B, ably assisted by Steve E. Not to be missed.

And finally, wishing all branch members a happy and healthy Christmas and New Year and I hope that Santa is generous again this year with stockings bulging with...well, lumps of motorbike that, although you might not know what they are, you will be sure to need at some time over this season of restoration and renovation. Merry Christmas to all,

Peter Morgan

BEDS, BUCKS & NORTHANTSHQ: The Barley Mow, 7 The Stocks, Cosgrove MK19 7JD (2nd Wednesdays monthly)

A good attendance on club night despite the weather deteriorating as the day progressed. At 4pm I was thinking I might take the BSA but by 7pm I was jumping in the car. We managedto sort out our Christmas meal for Wednesday 11th December with the Landlord and so far the response has been very good. When you receive this there will just be time to book if you email or telephone me immediately. I think most of the regulars were there and as usual we covered a multitude of subjects on the night.

The last Sunday ride coincided with the clocks going back so in our household we were all upearly on adjusted time. Tamsin remarked, to explain why I was up that early on a Sunday, thatof course it was my ‘Breakfast Club’ and so it turned out. It was the weekend of the high winds and storms so I decided to take my new modern toy instead of the Thunderbolt. Theremust have been about a dozen of us there; most enjoying a ‘Full English’ in the Super Sausage, and it was still dry but very blustery when we were finished. Unfortunately, Trevor’sA65 ‘Titch’ had suffered from incontinence of the oily variety so he decided to head home to investigate and after much chatting the rest of us decided to forego the ride to avoid the storms. This I personally just managed as I parked up just before the rain hit us.

Hope to see you at the Christmas Meal on the 11th.

Dennis

BIRMINGHAMHQ: The Blue Bell, Warings Green Lane, Hockley Heath (2nd and last Sundays, 12pm)

Not too many at the second Sunday meeting in November. I counted one including myself. And he was in his car owing to atrocious conditions. I do know several lads were on holiday, the probable cause of the rain plus sadly, a couple of our group were poorly, one due to someclumsy motorist and the other possibly due to riotously high living in the distant past. Not toodistant either. However, after half an hour sitting on my own, questioning personal hygiene, I was joined by Alistair Fitzgerald known to many not least for attending events on his BSATracker. Company at last, although I never got a word in but enjoyed listening to Alistairs’ wondrous BSA stories from past years. Fifty of them to be exact. Years and stories.

The last Sunday meeting in November saw eight members coming along and also the return ofAlistair, keen to carry on from where he left off before, with tales from the BSA manufacturingemporium. I feel a best seller coming on. Once again, stormy weather probably put many members off coming to the meeting. That or forgetting to alter the clocks. Many thanks for allthose did come along.

Returning to our branch casualties, George Chiswell came into contact trying to avoid a motorist pulling out. A mystery how this happened, George can be seen from the space stationwhen he’s out on his Goldie. However, a quantity of stainless bar plus pins as necessary will hopefully put George’s leg to rights. Harry Bolton had his long awaited heart surgery, whichwill extend his riding exploits well into infinity plus resume the riotous high life. Best wishes

3 Counties Line-up

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CLEVELAND & NORTH YORKSHIREHQ: Blacksmiths Arms, Preston Lane, Preston le Skerne Newton Aycliffe (Every Wednesday 8pm)

I’ll start this months notes with a welcome to three new members of the branch, Barry who hasjust purchased his first bike in over 20 years, a Super Rocket in good condition, his son-in-lawChris who has a D1 Bantam in need of work, and Laurie Brown who has a C12, again in needof some fettling. Our first run out in October was to the North York Moors Railway WW2 weekend and it hoyed it down with rain, so we got to Grosmont and went straight into the Railway Inn for a bite to eat and a nice pint of Strongarm Bitter, and then fled back home, for us the war was over! Steve, Nigel, Tony and myself made it to this ride out.

Next up was the Ryhope Pump House Steam and Vintage gathering. Ray Carlson, BSAOC member and volunteer at the pump house, was there to greet us (actually he was just in front of me in the bacon buttie queue) and a good turnout of BSA members were in attendance, 7 from the Cleveland branch 4 from the Geordie branch and national members, Ray’s Carlsonand Jackson. Although the weather was a mix of rain sun and wind which kept the attendances down, there was still a nice collection of cars, bikes, commercials, steam enginesand of course the main attraction, the beam engines in steam (for the steam enthusiasts outthere, these are double-acting compound rotative engines and were in use from 1869 to 1967).Wednesday nights have been occupied with a quiz night, natter nights and a discussion aboutSteve’s big-end, ooh, err. I think next month will be pretty quiet but we have the AGM on the 4th of Dec and our Xmas dinner at the Blacksmiths on the 11th of December (see Tony for tickets and monies). A merry Xmas to all members of the BSAOC from Cleveland & N.Yorks.

B.F.N. Beezajohn

EAST LONDONHQ: Shackleton Scout Hall, Moreden Rd., Chadwell Heath RM6 6ED. (Fridays from 8pm)

Well that’s another ‘East London Camping Weekend’ done and dusted, especially after theweather looked ‘touch and go’. Although still mild, it was still a bit windy and the forecast predicted very heavy showers. Good luck was on our side and apart from a light shower on theway there, Friday morning stayed fine, just a little overcast. Unusually for this time of the yearthere were a couple of extra functions on at the Huntsman and Hounds pub where we werebased. While this could have proved a problem our fears were misplaced as a 25th birthdayparty, karaoke style, turned out to be an absolutely cracking evening. Apart from one typical ‘oldpub singer’, the rest of the crowd were fantastic singers; a truly great evening indeed. The only

hiccup was that the only food laid on was for the party, but alternative arrangements were made by all so disaster was avoided.

Earlier in the day, once the camp signs were put in place and people starting to arrive and setup, we went for a blast down the lanes to nearby Burnham on Crouch for a mug of tea and abag of chips by the estuary, Vic even had an Ice Cream! A bracing walk up and down the water’s edge completed the day and once back at base there were more arrivals for the weekend. Saturday morning dawned bright and warm and at around 11am everyone gatheredtogether ready for the days ride out to ‘Leigh Classics’, a long standing old bike emporium now located at a shiny new unit. Andy the owner is very well known to most classic bikers inEssex and he is always very helpful with advice when needed, he happily asked us if we wouldlike a cup of tea – how sweet. The sedate ride through the lanes to our first destination started well but after getting caught up in some unexpected traffic things got a bit fraught forIan Hayward, one of our crew on his immaculate B33 outfit, which started to protest a little. It was agreed that the main group should carry on and a few of us stayed with Ian and helpedmove the combo to a safer position to ascertain the problem. It turned out the clutch had got a little warm, and with all the heat had ‘vapour locked’ the fuel. Once everything had a chance to cool down it burst into life again and we set off to meet the rest at Old Leigh on Sea for a well-earned lunch stop; jellied eels, cockles, mussels, whelks etc. were consumed byall – a real East London treat. When everyone had finished it was time to make our way backand this went without any further mishap – the ride back to camp was not quite so scenic, but was a much more even and uncomplicated route shall we say. A big thank you to Ray for standing in as runs leader and as anyone who has done this before will know it’s a tricky job but he did a fine job indeed. Saturday night in the pub was again top notch but a far more sombre affair. The food from Jim the Landlord as always was very good, with a greatvariety of beers to be had. It was all very pleasant, just socialising and talking about bikes and BSA’s – all night!

Sunday arrived all too quickly and it was soon time to pack up camp and travel home. The sunwas out and the bacon smelt superb, just how camping should be, At this point the East London crew would like to say a big thank you to all who came along so here’s a name check: from the East London Branch: Brian, Ray, Ian, Dave, Vic, Brian and Ruby, and to ourmost welcome visitors from around the country; Meyrick Roberts, Ray Cook, Barbara Stevens,Dave and Shirley Baker, Pete baker, Jim Knight, Pete Turner, Pete Jeffries, and Steve brown (this man is amazing – a true BSA’er).

We hope you all enjoyed your time with us this weekend.

Moving on – The next big weekend was a day out at Brands Hatch for the British Superbike finale. This event was organised by Malcolm Folwell from the Kent Branch and we were trulygrateful for the invite. This ‘free’ event came with full hospitality and a fantastic grandstand seat, right on ‘Paddock Hill Bend’; this is where you always see lots of action shall we say. The rain hit us hard on arrival and was truly biblical in its intensity. After we parked up in a prime location there was plenty of interest shown from the bike fans at the circuit looking atsome proper bikes. On Display was a total of 28 BSA’s (and 1 AJS) – a fantastic show of BSA’s, even if I say so myself! The rest of the day was spent watching some fantastic racing in what can only be described as challenging conditions, a real credit to the sport.

The ride home began with my M21 requiring the mag to be dried out but once it got going I spluttered comfortably all the way home. Ray, Vic, Joe, Brian, Delboy and yours truly had agreat day, many thanks Malcolm – a true gentleman.

Jones the Steam

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EAST SUSSEXHQ: White Hart, Lower Horsebirdge. (1st and 3rd Wednesdays)

South of England Real Classic Show – South of England Showground – Sunday 13th October2013 – Well, Sunday 13th October at Ardingly was WET! VERY WET! Despite the rain the clubstand and six East Sussex bikes made it to Ardingly for the last show of the session for EastSussex branch. Three bikes were actually ridden there, well done to Roy, Steve and Derek. The rest of us had our bikes either on trailers or in vans. Even so, the bikes on the trailers gotvery wet! The show was not quite as busy as usual, the rain did keep some of the exhibitors and visitors away. Anyway, it was well worth making the soggy trip to Ardingly as my Lightningwon the BEST BRITISH MOTORCYCLE award.

Buffet Evening and Disco – The White Hart – Wednesday 16th October 2013 – As a THANKYOU to the branch members for all the help and support at the many shows and events throughout 2013 the branch held a free Buffet and Disco on Wednesday 16th October. Theevening was very well attended and our hosts Tim and Lesley ate the White Hart provided a really brilliant buffet. Johnbought his disco equipment along and played the music and a very good evening was had by all. The branch have one last ride out planned for November,weather permitting.

Kind Regards and Safe Biking,

Geoff King

HAMPSHIREHQ: The Bold Forrester, Soberton Heath. (1st and 3rd Thursdays)

It's that quiet biking time of year again so little to report on I’m afraid. A few of us made themost of probably the last really nice day of the summer and went to Twyford Water Works at the beginning of October. There were about 20 bikes, a mix of old and new, a fine display ofvintage cars, static engines, full size traction engines, and scaled down steam and traction engines amongst other things. There were also engines of the actual water works, such as thepumps; many of them running. It was a pleasant day out with a gentle stroll round the shedsand viewing the machinery and I would certainly recommend it for a good run out next year.

By the time of reading this a few of us will have travelled to Scarborough for the annual awardsand Christmas dinner weekend. It’s always great to catch up with old friends so if last year’sevent is anything to go by I’m sure we would have all had a great time.

Our Christmas Dinner is planned for the 13th December and as is current tradition at the OldForge, Shedfield. Alison has very kindly sent out the menus to all as time has caught up on usthis year, mainly due to difficulties in catching the pub open to get the menus? “Strange?” I hearyou question...a pub that’s not open, but alas true...very limited opening times. The menusshould have been returned to Alison already (by 25th November) and regrettably no latecomersthis year as the pub have been very clear on deadlines. Bah humbug! It’s always a good evening though, and don’t forget to bring your pressie for the raffle. This has, however, highlighted the fact that we need to make sure that we have everyone's up to date contact details. It’s easier to communicate on mass via e-mail if possible but obviously we realise thatnot everyone has access. If Hampshire Branch members could pass me their latest contact details: landline and mobile numbers, address and e-mail address where applicable, we canmake sure that we keep everybody up to date as much as possible of what’s going on.

Of course events are always updated on the website. The resulting list of details will obviouslybe kept confidential. The year has flown by and I think that we must all agree that it’s not been a bad one (weather wise anyway). And not long now for those lucky enough to be going to California next year so all that’s left to say is “Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year” to you all.

All the best, Andy

KENTHQ: Red Lion, Herne Hill. (1st and 3rd Thursdays, 8pm),

The Cock Inn, Luddesdown. (2nd and 4th Thursdays, 8pm)

Our annual trip to the Belgium MTO rally at the end of September was a little down on numbers this year, 4 branch members joined a group of like minded bikers at Dover docks on the Friday morning for the ferry trip over the channel to Dunkirk. Once landed it was off onthe road to Ostende, stopping for lunch at Veurne across the French border. After refreshmentsit was on to Ostende to locate the already booked hotels and secure parking for the bikes. Saturday was our own organised ride out, which turned out to be very wet, but some of the lads braved the conditions. Sunday was an early start to Ostend town square to display the bikes and book in for the days ride. The weather turned out dry and sunny so 180 classic andvintage bikes from around Europe enjoyed a well organised run with stop offs for refreshments.Monday morning it was back on the bikes for the ride home after a most enjoyable long weekend. Back in April the Kent branch was invited to display up to 30 bikes at the Brands Hatch British Super Bike race day on Sunday 20th October, this included free entry, lunch andseats in the Paddock bend stands which gave us a fantastic view of the track. To make up the numbers we asked the East London branch if anyof their members would like to join us on the day.After 4 drop outs 23 BSA’s entered the main entrance at Brands to park up in the display area.Although it rained on and off all day the exciting racing made up for it. Thanks go to Brands for theinvite. Unfortunately, winter is on its way whichrather curtails our runs out but we will do our best.

That’s all for now safe riding everyone.

Terrylin

NORTH STAFFSHQ: The Railway Inn, Norton Bridge, Stone. (1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday)

This month was a biggy for us at North Staffs as we once again pitched our club stand and supported the Motorcycle Mechanics show at Stafford. This show just seems to get bigger and better each year as this year they boasted at having more than 70 club stands, dozens ofprivate entries, thousands of bikes and a big collection of FS1E’s as 2013 saw Yamaha markthe 40th anniversary of their infamous little machine. The guest of honor was French racing legend and 1984 250cc world champion, Christian Sarron. Also stunt rider and former trialsace Steve Colley was wowing the crowd with some gravity-defying stunts in the main ring. As well as all this the show featured its usual array of autojumble and trade stands, the ClassicRacer Grand Prix Paddock and the ever-popular Bonham’s auction.

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reminiscing over the bikes we once owned and the quirkiness of them. Lindsay was one of the late comers but very welcome due to the fact he was bringing me a full workshop manualfor the A7 I am building (I say “I” am building but my input to date has been small comparedwith my mate John Proctor who is doing a great job on it). We reckon about 2 good weeks on it and it will be ready. To his credit Brian's was the only bike in the car park. the night was a little nondescript and our ramblings seemed general rather then specific and ended all too soon. John and I did the Motorcycle Mechanics show at at Stafford armed with a shopping listof bits for the A7. John and I had been rummaging through endless boxes of bits and decided it was time for a coffee break where we bumped into Arthur Bull from North staffsbranch who had escaped from the club stand to go “walk about” after a brief chat over refreshments we were off again on the hunt for that elusive carb’ top with two threaded adjusters! I must admit prices have soared lately and with so many foreign buyers the dealershave upped the ante.

I finally found one guy who was of the old school and bought a full set of fork bushes for a fiverand a mint kick starter for 15 quid off him, that’s more like it.

The indoor arena was full to bursting with all sorts of the usual stands and I bought a primarychain from a trader who was in his thirtieth year selling bike chains and a fine job he made of it complete with half link and split link is was only £22. After walking our legs off, carrying 95%of the list filled and a great day out we were on our way back to the car park when the rain started but we didn’t care ‘cause we were well and truly done in more ways than one, oh!the joys of old bikes. Ride safe and enjoy ‘em,

TTFN Dave

SOUTH DERBYSHIREHQ: The Malt, Aston on Trent. (Wednesdays from 8pm)

We are now into our winter season which means of course that the ride-outs have finished and that we have to find some other ways of entertaining ourselves over the long dark and cold months ahead. The first two natter nights at The Malt went very well, with on each nightapproximately 30 members turning out, of which at least 3 were on their bikes. The second of these two nights also featured a short committee meeting, followed by food supplied by Clive White for his birthday bash – thanks Clive.

The next two natter nights saw a gradual dwindling of attendees down to about 20, with still a few of the regular all year round riders on their bikes. I suppose that many people find it alittle difficult to turn out on dark and often wet evenings, although of course, nattering to friends and having a few bevies always has a certain appeal. Suffice it to say, that reduced attendance over winter does not come as a great surprise and therefore plans are underway to hold the usual quiz nights, mystery object nights and guest speaker appearances – watch this space.

This month has been an unusually long one with 5 club nights, and we finished off with somewhat of a flourish with a good turnout at the last meeting. Maybe it was a relief that wewere not affected in Derbyshire by the Storm of The Century, which turned out fortunately for us to be a non event. I used to live on the east coast of Florida and remember only too well what a real hurricane can do to people’s lives. So all our commiserations go out to any of our fellow branches that were affected, and hope that both they, and of course their precious hardware, escaped unscathed.

Alan

We had eight bikes on our standthis time and not a minteramongst them. The messagewas clear, our bikes are used, and capable of taking rider and luggage on some terrific distances. Pride of place wasGordon May’s D1 Bantam whichhe rode to Egypt and back on.My bantam which had just done a 500 mile round trip tothe Isle of Wight and back. AnAA combination which in its daywould have been a real workhorse, Tom Shucker’s A65 and trailer that’s been all over Europe and pretty much attended every international rally from 1993 to present day. John Hickinbotham’s A10 which has covered over 28,000 miles in just 2 years and a 98cc Autocycle that has just done a Lands End to John O’Groats run to mention but a few. Overall it was a great show with lots of people dropping in, many cups of tea drank and lots of membership forms handed out. So a big thank you to all that helped out and unfortunately we now have to wait until April next year before we can do it all again.Looking forward to it though and hope to see even more of you there next year.

Another great time was had by all at our 3 Counties meet in October. A huge turnout of over 20 bikes from all 3 branches and it was good to see BSA’s dominating the car park. The weather was glorious which I think had a hand in bringing every one out and there were people coming and going most of the afternoon. Our 3rd meet at the beginning of November was not so well attended but a few brave souls turned out on their BSA’s. Otherscame by car, no real shame in that as the weather can get pretty grim up there but we didn’t tell them that at the time. We just gave them some stick for being soft…

There are some great characters and some good camaraderie developing now between the 3 branches and our thoughts have turned to organising a 3 Counties Camp for next year. It will be run in addition to our own individual branch camps and once we’ve thrashed out some details we’d like to invite members from all branches to come join in the fun.

Birthday News – This month it was Mary’s turn to celebrate a birthday. Mary is our much loved landlady at the Railway Inn who very patiently put up with us all, serves us beer and provides us with chip butties. Many happy returns Mary and thanks for the loan of the engine for our Stafford show stand.

That’s all from us for now and I hope to see you all out on the roads soon.

Jason

NORTH WALSALL

HQ: The Anchor, Chester Rd, Brownhills. (3rd Wednesday from 7.30pm)

Hi all, compared with last months meeting we were a small but elite group of 4 for most of the evening until being joined by four more guys after 9.30! Poor Brian Fox, who has been known to get the wrong night, thought he had done it again but no, we were all a little late but that didn't stop us cramming the usual quantity of nattering. It seemed a night for

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SOUTH WEST WALESHQ: The Prince of Wales, Porthrhyd (on the A48). (2nd and 4th Thursday)

Our annual Christmas dinner is once again at the Prince of Wales Porthyrhydd on Friday 6th ofDecember, to book your meal please ring 01792 919600 or email me at tinamol@me.com. We look forward to seeing you there.

Tina

THAMES VALLEYHQ: The Four Horseshoes, Long Sutton. (2nd and 4th Mondays)

The month started alright with 6 of us going to the jumble at Shepton. Finding the road closedat Castle Cary Railway Bridge did mean a 20 mile diversion, needless to say a different routeback was taken. I think those who went were parted with some money. I know I was, comingaway with two-way damping valves for my Shooting Star, these have improved the handling on undulating roads. Tony the landlord of the Four Horseshoes is back on his feet after his hipreplacement. This means chips are back on, all good for the diet, not! The proposed run out to Ardingly was cancelled due to the inclement weather. Kempton Jumble on Saturday 26th was good, the weather was sunny most of the time and there were lots of people on the site. I came away with some stainless steel items I think I needed! Burt came away with a bag full of things but then he always does! All to disappear into the many garages he rents.

Sunday 27th found 6 of us setting off for a ride out to the source of the River Wey. This river has two sources at Alton and Haslemere. David and Burt were supposed to have joined us. David didn’t put his clock back and turned up an hour early, thought it was cancelled and went home. Burt decided to use his 1946 C11 for the first time. After refuelling he found hehad lost half a tank in 5 miles. He also found the handling strange and decided to return home. Richard had a misfire on his Shooting Star and also returned home, but caught up withus later on another bike. We stopped at the Rural Life Centre at Tilford for some refreshmentswhere Cliff said we will put our bikes on the old bridge over the River Wey. The old bridge is now

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for pedestrians and cyclists but we were able to bend the cyclist bit a little! This bridge was built in the mid 13th century by monks from Waverly Abbey and is an ancient monument. Seven hundred years on Cliff drops his camera into the River Wey landing in 2 feet of water. As no one was prepared to strip off and wade in, will his camera be an ancient monument aswell! We continued on through the lanes towards Haslemere where the other source of the Wey rises in a farm. We travelled on through the lanes with all the autumn colours gracing the trees. Spent a lot of the time watching out for damp leaves and gravel on the roads. Thento Hindhead where we had lunch at the Cafe on the old road at the Devils Punch Bowl, foodwas OK but the service was slow. We had the only rain of the day on the way back but thisstopped after about 20 minutes. So a good finish to the month.

Ian C.

WARRINGTONHQ: The Antrobus Arms, Antrobus, Cheshire. (Thursdays at 8pm)

The Annual General Meeting was held mid October, and the composition of the committee remains unchanged. It was decided to return to Hulme End for the summer camp in September2014 again, and there were some additional volunteers for organising some run outs during the summer. Steve won the branch trophy for the most miles on a BSA, Paul Youd got the Branch Shield for his work in organising a number of runs, Colin received The Albert Robertstrophy for the most mileage on any British bike on recognised BSAOC and club events, and Paul Smith received the Hard Luck trophy for falling off his bike in Germany! Thanks are alsodue to Trevor, our landlord at The Antrobus Arms for the sandwiches and chips, which as in previous years were supplied free of charge. As a club we are very grateful to Trevor and his“girls” for looking after us during the year.

Winter jobs on the bikes have been started by several members, and it is only the dedicated and hardy who are still attending club nights on their bikes. Conversation has switched from discussing the various rides that have recently taken place to where you can get this particularpart from, or who knows of someone who offers crank grinding, chroming, painting etc etc.

Merry Christmas to all, Paul

WEST SUSSEXHQ: Broadbridge Heath Village Centre, Wickhurst Lane,

Broadbridge Heath, Horsham. (2nd Thursday)

Our month started with another well attended Club meeting with members marvelling at thefact that our trip on the Bulldog Run was entirely dry. However, that was too good to last so read on.The West Sussex Branch were spoilt for choice this weekend, with two shows clashing,but in the end it wouldn’t of mattered which one you went to, you were going to get WET! A few met up at the usual meeting place and set about the ride over to Ardingly in what can optimistically be called damp conditions, by the halfway point there was no doubt, it was pouring, but still not deterred we pressed on.

Arriving at Ardingly we were greeted by Alan, who had ridden straight from home on his ‘66 exportSpitfire and Peter who had brought along his newly finished 1942 M20.There were a few gapsin the two Show Halls because of the rain, but it seemed as busy as usual, however a walk aroundthe Auto Jumble showed that many had opted to stay at home (and who can blame them).

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Tony rode up on his recently acquiredex Army Armstrong 500 and Larry madethe trip on his two owner from new A65Thunderbolt, Dave and Lyn, and Rogerwere also spotted amongst the crowdand although Chris was representing on another Stand he was successfulagain in securing a Best British awardfor his 16H Norton. Show over and time to don the waterproofs again, thathad just about dried out, and make amove home, and yes you’ve guessedit… it was still raining! Cheers,

Piers

I had an invite to the Vintage Vehicle Show at Amberley Museum and so decided to abandonmy Club colleagues and attend this show as it was almost on my doorstep and the forecastwasn’t looking too good. There were very few bikes due to the weather and I almost managedto pass colleague Paul as he cycled into the museum on his penny farthing bicycle (he had ridden it down from the car park). The weather went from bad to worse and eventually at 2.00pm it was time to call it a day and trundle off home. I raced a 98cc James all the way back or rather I rode shotgun preventing him from coming under pressure from all those folk in their steamed up cars.

The month ended with a trip to Kempton Park for the autojumble and a few more bits and pieces for the winter project. I did the Boy Scout bit by going prepared with waterproofs and acap for walking around the stalls and needless to say it didn’t rain until I left! Cheers,

Malcolm

WEST YORKSHIREHQ: Shoulder of Mutton, Methley Rd, Castleford. (Every Thursday, 8.30pm)

“Must try harder” was always on my school reports! I have not been making many meetings this last few months due to heavy work commitments, but managed to attend our Branch AGM in October. After a fine speech given by Tim, our members decided to keep me on asscribe (I can only do my best lads and lasses). During the evening I totted up the ‘Attended on a BSA’ points with Roger and Mark coming top, so clean out the oil and give it some silver polish Roger (we want to see the Rose Bowl next year!). Many varied topics were discussed,with agreement to hold ‘Technical Talks’ once a month, so if anyone has ideas for the latter,please let us know. We also decided on the date for our Christmas bash, which is to be on the 19th of December, so make a note in your diaries, all will be made most welcome.

On the Sunday morning following the AGM, we all made a pilgrimage to Marks engineeringworkshop. On arrival, Anita made everyone a hot drink with excellent biscuits also being on offer. On the tour, the multitude of machinery only we could dream of was set in motion for us to watch goggle-eyed. Many thanks Mark and Anita for your hospitality. Afterwards, we bimbledacross to the Burghwallis Pub for a lovely carvery, which was well received!

I did promise on my last report, some fettling news, but unfortunately that will have to wait untilJanuary, I’m sure you all can wait that long! Anyway that’s all for now folks.

Ian aka Frank

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� Opening Remarks from the Chair:Kelvin Meadows welcomed and thanked all those present for attending. � Apologies:Ian Clifton; Charlie Rackett; Cliff Turville; Graham Kingstone; Trevor Collier; Ian McGregor; Graham Jackson; Dennis Boatwright; Malcolm and Veronica Burley; Cliff Harrison; DaphneO’Dell; Margaret and Norman Davis; Merv Desborough; John Michael; Peter Twyman.� Minutes and Matters Arising:Copies of the Members’ Meeting minutes for 3rd March, 2013, were distributed and acceptedby those present.� Committee Reports:The STAR: Chris announced his intention to increase the number of pages in The STAR by eight, two of which will be used for trade advertising. Sufficient material is now being receivedfrom Members to justify the extra pages and the increased advertising will assist in offsetting the extra printing costs.

A suggestion for branch contacts to promote events where that particular branch is involvedwhereby other club members may be interested in attending.

Treasurer (in his absence): Dennis sent in apologies for not attending owing to a long term commitment made before taking on the Committee position. He expressed his thanks to Cliff Harrison for the smooth handover regarding the financial accounts and the continued solvency of the club.

Regalia (in his absence): Graham sent in his apologies for not attending and reported on thelack of sales through the post since the AGM, most club Regalia being sold at larger shows such as Stafford and the NEC.

National Secretary: The Nat Sec thanked all those who sent in Risk Assessments for 2013 andencouraged their continued use.

The affairs of Nene & Welland Branch were brought to a close owing to the lack of contact from any Committee members from that branch. Nene & Welland members were contacted individually informing them of their change in status to ‘National’ members.

Alistair Fitzgerald has volunteered his services as Technical Consultant for the Tracker/Beaver/Brigand range of BSA’s produced in the early 1980’s.

Librarian: Since the AGM, the number of Dating Certificates issued total 213 and 44 RegistrationRetentions have been processed.

Steve went through the complex changes relating to the closure of local DVLA offices. Age related application documents are now sent to Swansea and should include MOT certificatesin all cases, plus ‘NOVA’ forms may be required for imported historic vehicles requiring registration.

Applications to have the manufacturing date altered on a V5c require an extract from factoryrecords which Steve will supply digitally direct to Swansea.

3rd NOVEMBER 2013LONG COMPTON VILLAGE HALL, WARWICKSHIRE

BSAOC MEMBERS’ MEETING REPORT The Library A/c balance was read out, standing at £8888 at the time of the meeting.

An update of the changes relating to DVLA affairs and how they affect club members will appearin The STAR.

Membership: Rob reported on a 159 net increase in Membership. Branch Members 954; National Members 1769; International Members 84.

Work on the website ‘Member’s Area’ is ongoing and the next addition to the site will be servicesheets watermarked to prevent misuse. Where the watermarking covers information renderingit unreadable, Rob is prepared to send out a single paper copy of the sheet.

International Secretary: Andy read out a listing of future International Events: Belgium Summercamp 2014; Denmark 2015; Italy 2016; Netherlands 2017; France Summer camp 2018; S. Australia 2018; UK 2019.

Responding to a query from the meeting regarding the Norway Rally being poor value, Andypointed out much of the organising by the host club was done on a DIY basis to save moneyand there was no real justification to provide accounting for the event.

Cabins for the California Rally should be booked by phone rather than online which has beenindicating cabins being fully booked already which is not the case. Motorcycle insurance for California should be the member’s responsibility.

PRO: Bill will continue to place themed adverts into the classic motorcycle media which arebeing taken up by traders who are keen to become associated with ourselves. An examplebrought along to the meeting being a sample of leather polish for members to try out.

Advertisements highlight the help and assistance which can be provided by members to newermembers and existing members are encouraged to persuade BSA owners to become membersto take advantage of this.

Calendar of Events: A calendar of events for 2014 was compiled and will appear in The STARand on the website.� AOB: Owing to lack of support for overnight Saturday accommodation in the Long ComptonVillage Hall, this will be discontinued. The hall will be booked for Sunday meeting days only,from 9am. B&B’s are available in the area close to the hall and a suggestion was put forwardfor more local members to accommodate those who need to travel long distances.

A proposal by Steve Foden and seconded by Ray Burgess-Lowe for Colin Podmore to become aLife Member of the club was accepted by those present.

Steve Foden reported on the recent ‘Wild in the Peak’ event which is hoped will be repeated in 2014.

The content and appearance of the Owners Club website was discussed, members feeling thesite requires updating and information as to the webmaster’s role in the site’s input needs to beclarified. The National Secretary will invite the webmaster, Granville to attend a future meetingto make these issues clear.

Open Day & Rally: John Michael sent in apologies for non attendance having been overseasand sent in a report on the status of the 2014 event and an appeal for members present at the meeting to confirm certain items. The theme will be International with emphasis on BSAExport models. Entertainer Johnny Red will be booked, no objections raised to this. Fees of £15 per tent and £20 per camper/caravan for the whole weekend were agreed to assist in reducing losses on this event. An invitation to other BSA motorcycle and car/three wheeler vehicle clubs to attend.

The Chairman declared the meeting closed at 2.15pm.

The B40 was my daily transport for many years,to and from work, college, holidays, out in allweathers. My wife and I went on many a happyholiday on the B40, and it managed the twoup, with ridge tent and camping equipment,trip to the south coast many times withoutcomplaint or ever letting us down.

By late ‘89, the B40 was crying out for morethan the weekly once over, and after years oflimited, if any, proper maintenance the B40needed to come apart, the list of faults hadbegun to escalate quicker that I could repairthem.

Fortunately, I had little idea what I was letting myself in for, otherwise I may well have given up. With the help of my wife the B40 was duly stripped, cleaned and inspected and despite moving through a string of rented accommodation I managed to begin the slow process getting it repaired, rebuilt, repainted and started putting it all back together, not only that, but I’d also managed not to lose any of it along the way. By now, having a mortgage and bills to pay, the strip down and rebuild took at least a year longer than I’d hoped. By the time it was finally finished it was again pressed straight back into service and I soon rememberedhow bad riding a bike, day in day out can be, no wonder it had fallen apart.

Not long afterwards the kids came along and it was inevitable that I would have to get a car licence. It did cross my mind that perhaps this was the time to sell the B40, but for somereason I couldn’t let the B40 go. Most of my mates who were now in a similar position to me,had moved their bikes on for one reason or another, isn’t that always the way?

So here we are over 30 yearslater and I still own the B40.Since the rebuild it’s providedmany more miles of sterling service and I’ve tried to keep iton the road ever since, but asusual, time, money and othercommitments have meant thatthere have been periods whenit’s been off the road for longerthan I’d like. But as it is no longermy sole means of transport, theemphasis on keeping it runningat all costs is not as important asit once was. In fact it is mostprobably time to do it all againas it is beginning to look a littletired and it does thoroughly deserve it, and owning it allthese years has set me firmly intoa life of BSA’s…still somethingto be said for brand loyalty, then.

Piers Richardson – West Sussex

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I bought my BSA B40 in 1981. Why a B40 rather than a B31? Well, that’s simple, it’s what wason offer at the time, and having a massive 100cc increase over a 250cc learner bike limit, meantit was a ‘proper’ bike, well, it did to me anyway. I’d like to tell you about the technical differencesbetween the two models and how this persuaded me to choose a B40 over a B31, but come on,I was 18 and truthfully it was simply the right bike at the right time and I don’t recall there being many B31’s for sale at the time. The idea was to have a bike to ride straight after I’dpasted my test, alas the examiner had other ideas and failed me; I eventually passed just over a year later. Bike tests were fully booked up months in advance in those days.

Coming from a 250cc Greeves Roadster (still got that as well) most of us at the time rode around on other ever reliable British Two Strokes, of various sizes, plenty of Bantams, FrancisBarnetts, the odd Royal Enfield. But the bike that really seemed to go better than the rest, andwas more reliable by a country mile, was BSA’s C15. Funny how the B25 and Starfires were frowned upon as being too fragile? I’m sure it had nothing to do with us all riding our bikes to the limit. So I suppose, I guess this is where my desire to own a BSA unit single came from. Looking back, and if memory serves, there never seemed to be many B31’s around in the later 70’s early 80’s, I’m sure there were, we just didn’t know anyone who had one.

By the time I had passed my bike test, bought insurance and got a new MOT on the B40, most of my mates had already done the same and had moved onto even bigger bikes, A7’s,A10’s Thunderbirds, T100 etc. I had plans to do the same myself, but as is all too common astory, things never turned out that way.

Re: the request in October edition about selecting a B40 over a B31, memberPiers Richardson wrote about his reasons for selecting the B40. Although Piers is clearly too young to have been in the market in 1962, his reasons are very interesting. Piers continues…

B40 B31?

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The North California BSAOC invites you to their rally in San Francisco.More information will be found at www.bsaocnc.org

RALLY PROGRAMME

•Friday Arrival Day

•Saturday Official Opening Ceremony / Ride options / Bike display on site for the public

•Sunday Ride options

•Monday San Francisco tour / Ride options

•Tuesday BSA Line-up in Sonoma square / “Prince of Darkness” ride

•Wednesday Winery Tour / Ride options / evening Dinner and Dance

•Thursday Ride options / International Committee meeting / evening BBQ

•Friday Departure

The BSAOC of Northern California takes great pleasure in inviting all of you to California forthe Rally in 2014. It will be centred in Sonoma County, near the town of Petaluma. The Rallydates do not follow the traditional weekend to weekend format: arrivals are scheduled for May2, and departures on May 9. That means that a weekend will occur during the course of theRally, and we plan to use that to your advantage.

The 51st International BSA Rally is held under the rules of the BSA Owners Club InternationalRally Rules.

Shipping – this is being organised separately by myself, the cost will be approximately £800 return for a solo bike, contact me for details.

The Booking Form and full payment should be sent to the BSA International Secretary no later than the 21st January 2014 (Bookings received after this date may be subject toa 10% increase). Cheques should be made payable to; BSA Owners Club Rally Account.

I have calculated the costs based upon the current (September 2013) exchange rates, with a slight increase to cover any currency fluctuations. Any excess payment will be refunded, either at the Rally or by another means.

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About January 1962 we had in one of the new Rocket Gold Stars. I really liked the look of these and mentioned in passing, they will be worth a lot of money one day if they don’t make too many. “Don’t be daft boss, it’s just a shiny A10” said one of the salesmen. Umm!!!

A chap was taking a serious look at the shiny new bike, so Michelle, one of our sales staff, went over to talk to him. “He wants a test ride boss, he is really interested but wants to trade in his bike” she said. “Take his details and let him out on it” I replied. After 10 minutes Michelle came back in, and said the customer had a problem getting it in gear. I told her to take it out on the bypass and give it a try out in all the gears. “Wow, thanks boss” she replied with a beaming smile, “and when you have finished the ride, I want you straight back in the office, speak to nobody else.” I knew she would give it a good test because Michelle had her own bike which was a dated scruffy B31 but, with 500cc barrels and all Gold Star internals. A real flyer which she rode really well. Her favourite thing was coming up alongside the café racer cowboys, on their way to the local café, then tearing away, leaving them to try to catch the old B31. As they pulled in behind her, at the café on their Bonnevilles and Dominators, she lifted her goggles, took off her helmet, then unravelled her bun to reveal her long blond hair. She loved the look on their faces when they realised not only had they had just been beaten by an old B31, but worse than that, by a GIRL!

A few minutes passed when Michelle pulled into the car park and proceeded directly to my office. “I know it went well” I said, with a big smile, “I could hear you thrashing it all along the bypass.” “I had to give it a good test boss,” she answered with tongue in cheek, and, I am happy to say, there is nothing wrong with it, goes like a rocket,” she said. “OK, I am going to write something on a piece of paper and seal it in this envelope” I said. “Why boss?” said Michelle. ”Because you are going to ask what bike the chap wants to trade in for it, then you will come back to see me.” With a puzzled look she walked out of the office and returned a few minutes later. “Don’t say anything, just open the envelope and read what I wrote down” I told her. She read it out, “Triumph” she said quizzically, “but how did you know he had a Triumph?” “Experience, Michelle, experience. You see, Triumphsshift one down and three up, while, as you know, BSA’s shift one up, three down. I reckon he was trying to shift gear Triumph style, found a false neutral between third and fourth gear then pressed the gear lever down, and tried to pull off in fourth gear. You, being used to the shift pattern, had no problem. Go and explain the shift pattern to him, let him go out again and I think he will buy. I saw him having a good look at you riding it, and he was also having a good listen too.”

The moral of this story is; just because something looks similar, don’t assume they function the same.

Lucas Tenebres

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Well, Paul, at least one of your bikes still exists! Your B44 Shooting Star has been on the roadcontinually since I bought it from you in March 1994. See the photo of “B44, me and my girls”,my daughter, Claire (who has 2 Bantam D1s) and granddaughter, Nadia (who also wants one!).

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In the Black Lightning article in the October issue, Paul Boobier wrote about his previous BSA’s and asked where are they? BSAOC member, JohnCummings from Bristol, purchased the B44 from Paul and still has it 19 years later. John, wrote to Paul via ‘The STAR’…

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HQ: Sawles Arms, Carthew, St Austell (1st and 3rd Thursdays)CLEVELAND & Tony Outhwaite,19, Rounton Grove, Fairfield, Stockton-on-Tees TS19 7QL E: ag.outhwaite@ntlworld.comNORTH YORKSHIRE HQ: Blacksmiths Arms, Preston Lane, Prestonle Skerne, Newton Aycliffe (Every Wednesday 8pm)EAST LONDON Sheila Martin, 105, Valence Ave, Dagenham, Essex RM8 1TR

HQ: Shackleton Scout Hall, Moreden Rd, Chadwell Heath RM6 6ED (Fridays from 8.30pm)EAST MIDLANDS Malcolm Burley, 14 Attfield Drive, Whetstone, Leicestershire LE8 6NE T: 01162 864976

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HQ: The White Hart, Lower Horsebridge, Hailsham, East Sussex (1st and 3rd Wednesday at 7.30pm)FENLAND Trevor Bullen, 21 St Johns Close, Needingworth, St Ives, Cambs PE27 4TT E: trevor.bullen9@virginmedia.com

HQ: The White Swan, Conington.HAMPSHIRE Andy Turton, 17 Priory Road, Netley Abbey, Southampton S031 5EN E: mail@hampshirebsa.org.uk Tel: 02380 452596

HQ: The Bold Forrester, Soberton Heath. Hampshire (1st and 3rd Thursdays)ISLE OF WIGHT* James Dunford, 14 Greenways Close, Cowes, IoW PO31 8AW E: jdunford1@btinternet.com

Meetings HQ: See Branch News for details.KENT Terry Soan, 139 Queenborough Rd, Halfway, Sheerness, Isle of Sheppey, Kent T: 01795 665680 HQ: Red Lion at Herne Hill

(1st and 3rd Thursday), The Cock Inn, Luddesdown (2nd and 4th Thursday at 8.00pm) E: tssoan@btinternet.comMANCHESTER Ray Greenhalgh, 47 Folly Lane, Swinton, Manchester M27 0DE HQ: Urmston Social Club, 13 Old Crofts Bank,

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HQ: The Prince of Wales, Porthrhyd (on the A48) (2nd and 4th Thursdays)ST. ALBANS Graham Kingstone, 17 Ullswater Drive, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard LU7 2QR

HQ: The Engineer, St, John’s Road, Harpenden. (2nd and 4th Mondays from 8pm).SUFFOLK & John Walker, Brooklands, 223 Bures Rd, Gt: Cornard, Sudbury CO10 OJQESSEX BORDERS HQ: The ‘Live and Let Live’, Millers Lane, Colchester (Atn Monday from 13th June 11)THAMES VALLEY Ian Clare, 123 Falkland Road, Basingstoke RG24 9PL E: ian.clare1@virgin.net

HQ: The Four Horseshoes, Long Sutton, RG29 1TA (2nd and 4th Mondays)WARRINGTON Paul Smith, E: pbsberllan@aol.com HQ: The Antrobus Arms, Antrobus, Cheshire (Thursdays at 8pm)WEST SUSSEX Piers Richardson, E: piersrichardson@btinternet.com

HQ: Broadbridge Heath Village Cdentre, Wickhurst Lane, Broadbridge Heath, Horsham (2nd Thursday)WEST YORKSHIRE Ian Clifton, E: Ian@integsci.com

HQ: ‘Shoulder of Mutton’, Methley Road, Castleford (Every Thursday 8.30pm)WILTSHIRE Graham Jackson, 111 Heronscroft, Covingham, Swindon SN3 5AW

HQ: South Cerney Angling Club, off Spine Road South Cerney. (2nd Tuesday, monthly)WYRE FOREST Ross Webb, 125 Beeches Rd, Kidderminster, Worcs. DY11 5JB

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Myford ML7 3.5” x 20” Lathe This was my late father’slathe and is still in the maker’s original paint finish and in excellent working order. Mounted on a metalcabinet. Emerson 1/4 hp motor and speed controller with a reverse. Lots of accessories, far too many to list.£950 ONO. Please email me for photo’s at terry.banham@btinternet.com or call 01344 486177or 07785 562105 – Bracknell.

Garage clear out bits for sale. A50 Barrel on 60” withpistons £100. Set 60” A50 pistons (New) £80. AltonAlternator (Early model) never fitted £250 no offers.Triumph T150 Trident fuel tank (Bread box type) £75.2 Triumph T140 Campbell silencers, usable £50.Matchless 250cc L/Weight petrol tank and side panelsopen to offers around £60. Contact Ray 01159729219 or 0797 459 2889.

1965 C15F 250cc. Owned and loved for the last 14years (1 year on SORN). Needs a new loving owner.Dry miles only, Candy Red and Black, totally rebuilt(Engine, Frame Stoved, Chrome/stainless wheels, exhaust, Plated and Stainless fittings). £1850 ovno(price reflects condition). Very tidy machine. Mail mefor more details. Photo’s available on request. Contact:james.neal@blueyonder.co.uk – Birmingham Area.

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• WANTED •To assist Spitfire restoration: front and rear mudguardbrackets, rear frame hoop, rear grab rail, ammeter,2 x amal concentric 30mm.or any other unwantedA65 stuff. I can arrange carriage etc. Many thanks,Jamie 07802 772804, jamieweeks1@btinternet.com

B44 Engine Parts, Lucas Blue Race Coils, Amal VelocityStacks, various Fairing stickers or source for these e.g.Renold, Lucas, Koni etc. Lucas, or source of Lucas 12hrclock 1.1/2” dia.12V. Tel: Dave Wilson 0161 431 3687.

Any copies of BSA magazine Winged Wheels. Alsorequire frames prefixed FB31 & KB24. Collection andpayment arranged. Email: modak@hotkey.net.auTel: 0061 3 96021229. Dave in Australia.

A10 Alloy Head (or A7SS alloy head to modify). Also dualseat and prop stand. Realistic prices paid.Tel: Eric 01773 853176.

Front wheel and break plate for B21/23 etc 1937 0n.Condition unimportant as long it’s all there. Other bitsfor the same model(s) considered as there is quite alot missing from the machine. Tel: John 07850063498 or jacks.the.lad@gmail.com

Can anyone help! I’m looking for a 1948 set of A7Longstroke Pushrods. I’m looking for a 1948 set ofA7 Longstroke Pushrods. Alternatively could you letme know the lengths, or better still, draw round existing ones so I could use as a pattern? Also lookingfor Lucas K2F magneto parts, a Lucas Dynamo, ArielHubbed Wheels and Swinging Arm Frame with V5Cfor B31, B33, A7 or A10 to build a sidecar outfit. Tel: Rev on 07879 840679 anytime, 01202 893530after 7pm or email revrevit@hotmail.co.uk

BSA B50SS wanted for restoration project. Tatty butfairly complete preferred but anything considered. Tel:Basil 0116 2770159. Email: basil.fairston@talktalk.net

BSA A65L 1971 good condition, minor work neededto finish. £000’s spent, illness forces sale. £2000. Tel: Malcolm 07780 115833 – Dorset.

BSA Rocket 3 oil cooler £65. Morad Oil Thermostat£25. A65 New Gearbox Sprockets £17 each. GenuineAlloy Exhaust Fins £12 per pair. A65 Primary Cover nice,1969 £70, also race cutaway one for £45. New earlyA65 Rocker Cover £12. Rear OIF A65 Sprocket £18.A65 Parts books original 1968,9,70 £8 each. A65 neworiginal Gearbox Cam-plate £25. A65 Siamese Exhaust(same as clubmans) s/h £65. Two into one unity blackexhaust £45. B25SS New small Smiths Tacho £75 +rubber cup £3. Alloy electric box £12. Rear Mudguardsteel £60. T160 New Kickstart (not Indian) £130. Tel: Dave Wilson 0161 431 3687 – Manchester.

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•Pre 1930 models Jules Dassen T: 00-31434093892 E: jules.bsa.dassen@planet.nl

•Amal Concentric Carburettor David Drew, 1 Yew Tree Close, Goodworth Clatford, Andover, Hampshire SP11 7RR T: 01264-357024 E: David@TheClatfordDrews.co.uk

•A50/A65 pre OIF Eric Maddison, 26 Norman Court, 395 Nether Street, London N3 1QQE: almosteric@hotmail.co.uk

•A65 Oil in Frame Steve Heckford, Meiktila, Polegate Road, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 3PEE: steve@rockaround.fsnet.co.uk

•A7/A10 rigid, plunger and sidecars Dan Pincham Phipps, 9 Little Fretches, Eastwood Road North, Leigh on Sea, Essex SS9 4LY E: sidstarbsa@yahoo.co.uk

•A7/A10 swinging arm Roger Neve, Bury St Edmunds E: Rogerneve@btinternet.com

•A75 Rocket 3 Pete Churchill E: pete.churchill3@btinternet.com

•Ariel 3, Bantam D1 D3 D5 John Phelan, 18 Bowshaw, Dronfield, Sheffield S18 6GB

•B1 B2 XO C11 C11G C12 Ken Walters, 4 Mountpleasant Street, Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire BB5 3EN

•B25 B44 B50 John Wallis, Primrose Hill, Green Lanes, Burnham on Crouch, Essex CMO 8PXT: 07816363262 E: bsahippy@live.co.uk

•Bantam D7 D10 D13 D14 B175 Brin Camps, Trelaggan, Penhale Road, Penwithick, St Austell PL26 8UPAndy Lorenz, 31 Rowley Bank, Stafford ST17 9BG E: andy.lorenz@virgin.net

•Beagle C15 B25 B40 B44 Dave Smith, 5 The Colony, Sibford Gower, Banbury, Oxford OX15 5RY

•Beaver, Brigand, Boxer and Tracker Alistair Fitzgerald, 61 Furnace Road, Bedworth, CV12 9APE: bsa@fortfitz.com

•C10/11/10L/11G/12, B31-44 Chris Jefferies, 12 Barton Cross, Horndean, Waterlooville, Hampshire P08 9PQ

•Carole Nash Liaison Dave Brady, 15 Silvergate, Blickling, Norwich, Norfolk NRI 1 6NNE: BSAOCchairman@aol.com

•Dandy Rex Webb, 47 Long Road, Comberton, Cambridgeshire CB3 7DGE: rexwebb@sky.com

•ex GPO Bantams John Lawrence, 9 Skiddaw Gardens, Barrow in Furness, Cumbria LA14 4LZT: 01229 831927 not after 10pm please

•Gold Star, Rocket Gold Star, Spitfire (pre unit) Steve Foden, 113 Holmville Road, Bebington, Wirral CH63 2PX

•M Series Gerry Start, 58 Vetch Walk, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 7YEE: tcm23@mypostoffice.co.uk

•Paints and Finishes Polly Palmer, Cwmsannan, Llanfynydd, Carmarthen, Dyfed SA32 7TQE: britie.motorcycles@btinternet.com

•Sidecar, A7/A10 swinging arm Justin Riggs, 48 Bapton Close, Exmouth, Devon EX8 3LQ T: 01395 277713(up to 10pm) M: 07773459253 E: justinriggs@btinternet.com

•Sunbeam Scooters VACANT Any volunteers?

•Welding and other fabrication methods Graham York, 24 Eastern Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 3NNE: york_graham@hotmail.com

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