1965 BSA Lightning, Hornet, Cyclone, Thunderbolt & More - 4-Page Vintage Ad

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1965 BSA Lightning, Hornet, Cyclone, Thunderbolt & More - 4-Page Vintage Ad
Original, vintage magazine advertisement
Page Size: Approx. 8" x 11" (21 cm x 28 cm) each page
Condition: Good
LIGHTNING POWER
WITH DUAL CARBURETORS
LIGHTNING 650 TWIN Full speed equipment with racing camshaft, twin-
port head with two carburetors. New side panels with carburetors in full
view'. Finished in blazing metallic red, chrome fenders, many other parts in
chrome or polished alloy. Completely equipped with tachometer and speed-
ometer on twin mount. GO with a BSA LIGHTNING!
40 cubic inches of all-out perform-
ance, with new, exciting features
for 1965. New, faster-acceleration
gearing, new faster shifting, im-
proved oiling system, new type
pistons, in the hottest action-
motorcycle of the year!
HORNET 650
TWIN
Competition-sports model of the Lightning.
Now better, more powerful for 1965. Has im-
proved ignition system, new type pistons, new,
fast-shifting gearbox with quick-change
sprocket, many other new Lightning refine-
ments. A proven winner in its first season of
competition with scores of victories across
the U.S.A.
New improved road model and
new improved competition model.
Specially equipped for maximum power output
in either road or competition form. Ready to
win as you buy it — you add no extras. Has
new faster-acceleration gearing, dozens of new
improvements as in the hot BSA 650 models.
Competition model actually produces more
horsepower than the former Gold Star! Both
Cyclones beautifully finished in red, chrome,
polished alloy and black.
BSA VICTORY PARADE
EVERY BSA MOTORCYCLE IS A WINNER! . . .
CHAMPIONSHIP PROVED IN AMERICA'S HIGH
SPEED COMPETITION
I
350 MODELS
ISA
THUNDERBOLT FEATURES
Has most power-equipment
of the Lightning model, is
an outstanding road per-
former. Has full valanced
chrome fenders for best pro-
tection, is finished in spark-
ling metallic blue, chrome,
and polished alloy. Tops in
looks and riding comfort.
ROYAL STAR FEATURES
Smooth 500cc engine has
sports type camshaft, and
a surprisingly high road
speed. Has many 1965 im-
provements in common with
the 650 twins. A good look-
ing motorcycle brightly
finished in metallic blue,
chrome, and polished alloy.
! THUNDERBOLT
650 TWIN
FAST HIGHWAY
CRUISER
New high performance for those
who prefer a single-carburetor
650. Power in abundance from
full-race camshaft, high-compres-
sion engine.
ROYAL STAR
500 TWIN
CAPABLE,
SMOOTH PERFORMANCE
Lowest priced BSA Twin.
Outstanding for smooth operation.
A popular favorite with many fea-
tures of the 650 Twins.
FAST,
EASY HANDLING
A powerful road model for outstand-
ing appearance, and a special
Enduro model for competition.
MODELS
All 1965 250 models have new
rugged- -ower end bearing with
•redesigned oiling system, new
ignitic!^ system, and new rack-
and-pimun type clutch operating
fhechsnioiTL There is a 250 for
every’Yosd and competition rider
in this outstanding group of fine
.motorcycles.
STARFIRE
COMPETITION
MODELS
Three great competition models
in the Starfire series, full powered
Scrambler and Roadster, specialty
equipped model for Trials, Enduro.
WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
MOTO-CROSS
50 MILE
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
350 MODEL FEATURES
Fast, easy to handle road
model with speeds to 9G
Has high compression en-
gine, competition camshaft
new lubrication system, new,
rugged lower end bearings
new ignition system, new
clutch mechanism.
Enduro model has special
frame, special engine speci-
fications. . Road model fin-
ished in metallic blue, and
chrome, Enduro in Silver
and chrome.
SS80 SPORT STAR 250cc
High performance super sport road
model has full-power Scrambler en-
gine, all road equipment. Finished
in blazing metallic red, chrome, and
polished alloy.
STARFIRE SCRAMBLER 250cc
Built to give you winning power, fine
handling. Has all power equipment,
special scrambles gearing and frame
design. Roadster and Trials mode
are similar in appearance to model
shown.
8 MILE
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
100 MILE ENDURO
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
250 STAR 250CC
New for 1965 is full race camshaft
as used in SS80 and Scrambler
models. A fine performer, yet is the
lowest priced BSA 250. Finished in
Sapphire Blue, chrome and polished
alloy.
650 CLASS, T.T. - SCRAMBLES
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
NORTH-SOUTH T.T. - SCRAMBLES
CHAMPIONSHIP
AND MANY OTHER
CHAMPIONSHIP
EVENTS!
NEW SENSATION
IN ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT CLASS!
RED FLASH 75
A real motorcycle now further developed, and
with sparkling new metallic finish to give you
the best in lightweight motorcycle pleasure.
Easy to ride, fully equipped. Reliable overhead
valve engine, four speed gearbo# Car type
oiling, no mixing of oil and gas. Powerful
brakes, comfortable ride, up to 150 miles per
gallon. New finish in metallic red with chrome
tank panels, many other parts in chrome or
polished alloy.
Peppy 175cc two stroke with a world
wide reputation for top performance
and reliability. Fully equipped, newly
improved. Finished in Blue and
Chrome.
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TECHNICAL AND APPEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS MAY DIFFER SLIGHTLY
TWEEN EASTERN AND WESTERN MODELS. FULL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GIVEN IN BSA CATALOG OBTAINABLE FROM YOUR NEAREST DISTRIBUTOR
(CATALOG OFFER LIMITED TO U.S.A. RESIDENTS)
L/ / SUPER BANTAM
A he-man’s trail machine. Not to be
confused with underpowered 50cc
machines. Has big 175cc engine,
full 8 horsepower, special trail gear-
ing (and road gearing), high ground
clearance. Goes anywhere. Finished
in blue with many parts in chrome.
RINCIPAL IMPROVEMENTS TO 1965 MODELS
•
New improved oiling system on singles
© New hi-duty oil lines on twins
•
New cam-ground pistons on twins
© New, easily removed side panels on sports twins
O Steering head lock now on all road twins
O New improved gear change mechanism on all twins
• Sports twins have carburetors and
chrome air cleaners in full view
© New oil seals on all twins
• New taillight and license bracket
assembly on sports twins
© Many other new improvements
LEAD THE WAY
WITH YOUR BSA!
WESTERN DISTRIBUTOR: | EASTERN FACTORY BRANCH:
Hap Alzina Inc. | BSA Incorporated
3074 Broadway, Oakland, Calif. I 639 Passaic Ave., Nutley N J
14107-AL-6502-04