BSA Scrambler 650 Review! From Concept to Reality!? This is One VERY Special Motorcycle

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  • @FreddieDobbs
    @FreddieDobbs 10 місяців тому +12

    This is one of the coolest looking scramblers🔥

  • @GerryPowell-r6s
    @GerryPowell-r6s 10 місяців тому +10

    What a stunning looking bike,looks fantastic and beautifully built.

  • @per-arnehjorth9785
    @per-arnehjorth9785 10 місяців тому +8

    Fantastic looking bike with a beautiful paint job! I only wish there would have been some smaller high efficient radiator available...

  • @keithmayes4842
    @keithmayes4842 10 місяців тому +3

    Grateful to you championing British customisers and engineering. Lovely looking bike can't wait to see the others

  • @Simon-oy7yi
    @Simon-oy7yi 10 місяців тому +4

    Lovely looking bike! I would like to see it with a larger front wheel and a smaller rad like the Triumphs

  • @barryjmarling
    @barryjmarling 10 місяців тому +9

    That looks absolutely fantastic,love it,great job.

  • @JoJo-hc4dj
    @JoJo-hc4dj 10 місяців тому +6

    I love this customised look, what a gorgeous paint job and the sound of it! ❤

  • @owenanstey436
    @owenanstey436 10 місяців тому +6

    Nice !!! Would like to see a more "subtle" radiator though.

  • @TheNorthernClassicRider
    @TheNorthernClassicRider 10 місяців тому +1

    That bike is stunning and sounds epic! Looking forward to seeing the other two👏👏👍

  • @paulcooper5610
    @paulcooper5610 10 місяців тому +4

    Looks really nice but as soon as you started listing all those parts I knew it's something I can't afford. Guess the average buyer will just have to wait till the official BSA scrambler gets made. Hopefully this will give them some good ideas especially when it comes to the paint scheme.

  • @WarpedX1
    @WarpedX1 10 місяців тому +2

    Absolutely stunning looking bike, feel like I need to take a trip to MSR to see there other work. Great video as always!

  • @willmorison
    @willmorison 2 місяці тому +1

    I think this is the bike I own now. Still running the engine in. First service next month.

  • @MichaelBrown-qh3fq
    @MichaelBrown-qh3fq 10 місяців тому +4

    That BSA Scrambler is Bloody Gorgeous! That paint job on the tank is perfect! I'd love to have and ride one of those, but sadly I'm unable to ride two wheels since my accident at work in 2009, only three wheels now due to my crippled left leg, Yet my passion will always be two wheels and that Bike is Wicked!! 🖤👍🤘

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому

      It sure looks good! Sorry to hear that, but very inspirational that you keep the passion going😎

    • @MichaelBrown-qh3fq
      @MichaelBrown-qh3fq 10 місяців тому +4

      I was absolutely devastated when my Lower Limb Specialist told me back in 2010 that I would never be able to ride two wheeled Motorcycles again, incase I damage my right leg, and the thought of a Trike was very alien to me, But I decided that the only way to go was to convert to a trike! Now since the summer of 2015, I have ridden my 2007 converted in early 2015 Harley Davidson 1580 Dyna Street Bob Ol' Skool Chopper Trike called "The Monster" And since 2015 I have been fabricating many one off parts in my Garage, and it now has a 60's-70's style about it, The answer in this life is whatever is thrown at You, never ever give up! And like I tell many people, always have a hobby to stimulate Your mind as it's good for Your Mental Health and Wellbeing! 👍🤘😎

  • @TheArtdecovampire
    @TheArtdecovampire 10 місяців тому +1

    That's really really lovely, as is the cafe racer. The motor looks great in that format and I can live with the radiator.

  • @darrenhall6509
    @darrenhall6509 10 місяців тому

    Thanks Darcy for another interesting revue, you`re getting really good at this. Would like one of these for sure, the sort of bike just to jump on a go and not worry about keeping it clean and the odd scratch or dent would make it look even better.

  • @Tommy-Atkins
    @Tommy-Atkins 10 місяців тому +8

    Look at those mudguards!..the Ol’ man will have a fit!!….great for Southern Spain or California…not so good in the Lake District ⛈️🤣🤣⛈️⛈️⛈️⛈️

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому +1

      Yes you’re right there 😂

  • @sambagogo777
    @sambagogo777 10 місяців тому +2

    I normally don't like green motorbikes but for whatever reason it seems to really suit scramblers.

  • @bhutka
    @bhutka 10 місяців тому +1

    Great review MrDarcy , those guys at MSR do some great custom work at there cool shop !
    Great guys 👍

  • @daveunsworth9931
    @daveunsworth9931 10 місяців тому +1

    Lovely bike ,a longer front mudgaurd and it would be great .sounds great to.

  • @agrajag868
    @agrajag868 10 місяців тому +5

    Hello, its a Rotax engine, I've always been a fan.

  • @lensmann100
    @lensmann100 10 місяців тому +6

    Great looks except for that radiator which wouldn't look out of place being used to heat someone's lounge!

  • @olethorhermansen5696
    @olethorhermansen5696 10 місяців тому +1

    What a fantastic paint job on that tank, absolutely gorgeous. Classic and tasteful, much better looking than the crome tank of the standard BSA. The golden rear sprocket is a miss in my view, but apart from that it's a great looking bike. A shame about the excessive noise though, such a nice bike doesn't need that.

  • @aladinfox4098
    @aladinfox4098 10 місяців тому

    Love the enthusiasm.......simple changes make so much difference. Would be a satisfying project to complete gradually over time bit by bit and wouldn't cost the earth. 👍

  • @pauldavis8421
    @pauldavis8421 10 місяців тому +2

    Awesome Bike ! I love it ! Looking forward to the other BSA reviews 👍

  • @barryrussell8431
    @barryrussell8431 10 місяців тому

    Lovely looking thing, well done @darcy & Moore's custom, great video.
    Looking forward to a full review.

  • @drydendixon2079
    @drydendixon2079 10 місяців тому

    It’s just great to have BSA back in the mix. Yes I know they are owned by an Indian company but what isn’t. I bought a GS and very pleased with it.

  • @duncancleverley6366
    @duncancleverley6366 10 місяців тому +1

    Great bike.. good for Moorespeed for building this.. my personal taste would be less radical but loads of good ideas on this one. Wish I was going to the show to see it!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому +1

      Fair enough! The next scrambler video is a slightly less extreme one, and I liked it even more!

    • @robindalton1790
      @robindalton1790 10 місяців тому +1

      The less radical one looks awesome, look forward to that review 😊

  • @IanSixbikes-by6ei
    @IanSixbikes-by6ei 10 місяців тому +1

    Love the look of the MSR BSA Scrambler, I was in my local BSA dealer last Saturday deciding how and what I'd need to do to turn a new Gold Star in to a Scrambler, the idea was actually inspired by the BSA Scrambler concept you and the Ol Man featured in your 2022 NEC report , it might now be the time to talk to MSR about building a BSA Scrambler for me. Looking forward to seeing your next BSA custom.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому

      Great to hear, I must say I was very impressed by what they’ve done. I want one myself!

    • @andyhoward940
      @andyhoward940 10 місяців тому

      Beautiful paint job , stunning job all round except for the rad . Needs to be smaller and neater , I had an aprilia moto 6.5 (yeah I know) and the rad was never as conspicuous as this one , gotta say though the rotax engine ran very nicely .

  • @roygardiner2229
    @roygardiner2229 10 місяців тому

    I love the old-fashioned design of the petrol tank. I look forward to seeing something more suitable BSA bikes for a shorty like me.

  • @nigelcox7477
    @nigelcox7477 10 місяців тому +3

    Hi Darcy… very interesting video, mainly because it shows what’s possible using the base bike as a starting point. Personally, the bike as it stands is not for me - I’d seek to make it very much like the prototype scrambler seen at the show. But I CAN see the possibilities.
    As for the bike as tested - it’s not true that it will offend no-one… that straight-thru pipe IS offensively loud, and plays into the hands of bike haters, which none of us need, do we?
    One curious feature - I wonder why there is 75mm of fresh air under the engine before you find the frame? Anyhow, good review as always, and really looking forward to the other custom versions. Cheers. 👍❤️😎✅

  • @2wheeledwillie395
    @2wheeledwillie395 10 місяців тому +2

    Looks absolutely STUNNING! 😍

  • @ColSnders
    @ColSnders 10 місяців тому

    This custom scrambler may not be quite perfect yet but it's a proper transformation. Hats off to MSR for showing us what can be done with the modern classic platform. Here's hoping BSA management are paying attention too.

  • @chrisdagnall8666
    @chrisdagnall8666 10 місяців тому

    That is a really nice looking bike, its so well done it looks factory rather than custom. I guess there are a lot of items which add costs, for example the suspension upgrades, which add significantly, but you could get that look without all the other items. Really like the looks of the other two bikes looking forward to seeing the videos on those.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому +1

      Totally agree, I’d opt for something less extreme and costly myself. Which is why I really enjoyed riding the other scrambler they sent me!

  • @YABBAHEY1
    @YABBAHEY1 8 місяців тому +1

    Neat looking bike. My chiropractor recommends I get the Cafe racer version though, for "nostalgic purposes".

  • @thewiltshirerider01
    @thewiltshirerider01 10 місяців тому +1

    Love the look of this and that sound is brilliant

  • @billyking722
    @billyking722 10 місяців тому

    Yes please come on bsa build it for real I would buy one perfect for my long legs should be pretty good on the muddy tracks too

  • @vail4639
    @vail4639 10 місяців тому +3

    Sounds great, it’s perfect

  • @Heivang
    @Heivang 10 місяців тому +21

    Every bike should come with a analog tach and speedo. By law if must be.

    • @chr11sf
      @chr11sf 10 місяців тому +5

      And a key...

    • @sanjaysharma-jf8fv
      @sanjaysharma-jf8fv 10 місяців тому +4

      And reserve valve on fuel tank

    • @skierboy85
      @skierboy85 10 місяців тому +7

      Agreed. Bikes should be as analog as possible. With all of the electronics and nanny aids available they are turning into cars and nobody wants that. Maybe I am just turning into an old fart.

    • @Heivang
      @Heivang 10 місяців тому

      @@sanjaysharma-jf8fv yeah, and a fuel gauge.

    • @bulthaosen1169
      @bulthaosen1169 10 місяців тому +1

      Yeah. Nothing beats analog speedo and tach.

  • @jez6208
    @jez6208 10 місяців тому +2

    I'm a Royal Enfield man myself but I have to say, if I had the money or BSA started knocking these out at an affordable price, i reckon i'd get one. It looks and sounds amazing! 😊

    • @smokestack7
      @smokestack7 10 місяців тому +1

      The BSA 650 Shadow Black is £5999 which is cheaper than the Interceptor!

    • @DAB009
      @DAB009 4 місяці тому +1

      So next year a BSA Scrambler 650 will come. let's wait for it.

  • @raulantonioperezortiz1118
    @raulantonioperezortiz1118 10 місяців тому +1

    The sweet spot to rev that motor at the end of the video... Sounds very nice 👌

  • @yoroptics
    @yoroptics 2 місяці тому

    That is a Effing beautiful and fantastic sounding bike!

  • @pistolpete6321
    @pistolpete6321 10 місяців тому +1

    What a spectacular looking motorcycle!

  • @bikerbeliever8169
    @bikerbeliever8169 10 місяців тому +1

    The signals or awesome on this bike. I prefer the street version over the scrambler but it sounds good. Nice thumper sound. The details though on this bike r just really nice though.

  • @MrTemplerage
    @MrTemplerage 10 місяців тому

    Blahtablahtablaht! Long time since we were hearing that on the street. Reminds me of my 68 mini trail without the spark arrestor.

  • @dewipeach
    @dewipeach 10 місяців тому

    That's been done really well.. Stunning, if BSA themselves can turn out the same as a Bike, would be a winner.
    With what has come from Royal Enfield.. (I've a 21 BS4 Himalaya).. had they made a 650 single there'd be Competition.
    The 452 is a great improvement over the 411, so given the rest of the World has caught up on the Market, it should maintain the edge as allrounder.. but rollout a 650 single Scam... Oh boy..
    If only I'd room for another Bike.. ....

  • @splodge57
    @splodge57 10 місяців тому +1

    I think it looks great, especially like the paint job, old BSA. Just needs a different exhaust, I prefer low level like the prototype scrambler. Nice review cheers.

  • @cpkay33
    @cpkay33 10 місяців тому

    that paint job is sooooo good.

  • @awesomeappleby5923
    @awesomeappleby5923 10 місяців тому

    That looks very nice,
    Glad more people are doing different things with this new Goldie to attract more attention to it.
    Put that next to the Himalayan and it would look a different league, hope BSA are taking note.
    I can't wait to see the cafe Racer one, as that's what my new BSA is morphing into 👍

  • @1234567marks
    @1234567marks 10 місяців тому +7

    Maybe having the exhaust take it’s OE route but then kick up behind the footpeg would look better, the gap at the front and under the engine that’s made visible by the high level re-route looks odd to my eye.
    It really needs a larger diameter front wheel as well IMO.
    P.S. the dials don’t go backwards, they just start from a different position to most other clocks.

    • @1990-t1j
      @1990-t1j 10 місяців тому

      I agree with you.

  • @cavscout62
    @cavscout62 8 місяців тому +1

    Sounds like a Proper Thumper should, brilliant!

  • @melfzs
    @melfzs 10 місяців тому +1

    Great job , they look brilliant!

  • @victoriabrockman5473
    @victoriabrockman5473 10 місяців тому

    It looks fantastic. I do think 450cc is about as large as I'd want to see a thumper. I wonder how it'll stack up with the Triumph 400 Scrambler. I can only really fault them for the lack of radiator protection with those knobbies. Knobbies will throw rocks even on the asphalt.

  • @Steph9nine
    @Steph9nine 10 місяців тому +1

    This bike looks the part! Very cool custom job it iss loud 😁. I wonder how it compaires to the scrambler 400 of triumph.

  • @chrisbolton5461
    @chrisbolton5461 10 місяців тому

    Cracking video and a really classy custom job.

  • @leerichardson3904
    @leerichardson3904 10 місяців тому +1

    Does look great, need to sort out the radiator though, looks like they just stuck on an old mini clubman’s….

  • @robertbarras7893
    @robertbarras7893 21 день тому

    That is such a cool bike 😎🧊👌

  • @BlakesPipes
    @BlakesPipes 10 місяців тому +2

    Put me down for one, but I think I want the radiator to go away. Lol. Love the look, sorta close to the Triumph, but sounds nothing like one. Wonderful bike!😊

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому +1

      Fair enough, the radiator doesn’t bother me tbh

    • @BlakesPipes
      @BlakesPipes 10 місяців тому +1

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan the one you had looked ok, but loved the look of the cafe, and it stuck out to me. but i do like the look and what they did with it. might just be me. seeing it in real life you perceive it, in its true nature.

  • @rotax636nut5
    @rotax636nut5 10 місяців тому

    Now these bikes are what I'm talking about!

  • @dustymiller7758
    @dustymiller7758 10 місяців тому

    Is that the rectifier behind the bash plate at 8:05? Lowest point of the frame and no protection from the elements?

  • @TheMissendenFlyer
    @TheMissendenFlyer 10 місяців тому +2

    What a fabulous looking machine - I'd love a go on one of those puppies!!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому +1

      It sure is, I’m sure you’d love them!

  • @Duckie313
    @Duckie313 10 місяців тому +2

    Best way to look at commenting is to know that UA-cam's algorithm favours engagement, and doesn't care if comments are positive or negative. So all the negative comments gets you more views and more exposure. They might be moaning Myrtles, but they help your channel grow. ;)

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому

      Yes you’re absolutely right! 😊

  • @Geshmaal
    @Geshmaal 10 місяців тому

    I still reckon BSA should go ahead and make a version of a 650 Himalayan as Enfield are afraid of doing the same thing. The engine has already been used in the BMW F650GS so it has its own adventure heritage. I'd buy that, or this scrambler to be fair.

  • @ukvamp
    @ukvamp 10 місяців тому

    i love it, sounds how a scrambler should sound!

  • @speedtriplerider7853
    @speedtriplerider7853 10 місяців тому +1

    great review of a really nice custom job - not my cup o tea but i get it

  • @mediocrecorps
    @mediocrecorps 10 місяців тому +1

    BSA is back, boiiiis

  • @blondiejoe
    @blondiejoe 10 місяців тому

    Wow, the loudness haha! I honestly would prefer a low pipe for a good all rounder, but it's an amazing looking bike.

  • @kwakithailand
    @kwakithailand 10 місяців тому

    Lovely noise, indeed 👍
    My 👍 as well as comment are well deserved for your restless work, Darcy.

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you very much! 😊

    • @kwakithailand
      @kwakithailand 10 місяців тому

      @@MrDarcy-OlMan as always, you're most welcome, mate 🤝

  • @s.venkateswarpatnaik2484
    @s.venkateswarpatnaik2484 10 місяців тому

    Nice looking BSA Scrambler🎉

  • @girlinagale
    @girlinagale 10 місяців тому +1

    I went for a Halcyon Grey Classic 350 because I just know I want simple elegance.

  • @nizzmo100
    @nizzmo100 10 місяців тому

    Great video mate...Awesome bike , I want one .

  • @grahamdraper665
    @grahamdraper665 10 місяців тому

    Sounds like my RE c500 with it's rocket gold star silencer, this maybe my next bike.

  • @ericweber1969
    @ericweber1969 10 місяців тому

    Looks excellent, I hope it’s a bit lighter than stock. Those are some seriously heavy bikes.

  • @ruahinesrider
    @ruahinesrider 10 місяців тому +1

    Looks awesome.

  • @chrisjonesbath
    @chrisjonesbath 10 місяців тому +1

    That gap under the front of the engine looks very weird. I guess it is there on the original, just covered by the exhaust and stuff?

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому +1

      Yes I think it’s just covered up normally

    • @splodge57
      @splodge57 10 місяців тому +1

      It's where the Cat would be.

    • @chrisjonesbath
      @chrisjonesbath 10 місяців тому

      @@splodge57 I never thought that fitting a cat might improve the looks :-)

  • @blipco5
    @blipco5 10 місяців тому

    What is that doohickey on the exhaust collet? It looks like a cable or sensor?

  • @niklash8242
    @niklash8242 9 місяців тому +1

    I ❤ British Small Arms!

  • @mantarayal
    @mantarayal 10 місяців тому

    It's a sweet sweet ride. Bike haters of any sort should just chill out. Maybe the engineers who built the original would be looking down and wishing they had the tech to build this. I don't even think it's a maybe. Ride safe all. Cool vid Darcy.

  • @MentatOfDune
    @MentatOfDune 10 місяців тому +1

    Great looking bike.

  • @johnalleman1134
    @johnalleman1134 10 місяців тому +1

    Really like the bike, but to me, the thing that really lets it down is the home made looking exhaust. Apart from that… great!

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому

      Good isn’t it! Yes they are working on a new exhaust for it!

  • @-old-school-motorcyclesltd
    @-old-school-motorcyclesltd 10 місяців тому +1

    Lovely job looks really nice 😊😊
    Definitely tho extended front mudguard needed and yes the exhaust will be sorted
    May look better with a bigger front wheel but it looks amazing 😊😊
    ✅🙌🙌

  • @Thegeordiemonkey
    @Thegeordiemonkey 10 місяців тому +1

    Looks spot on but prefer the prototype, love scramblers, my monkeys getting the scrambler treatment.

  • @YOStalks
    @YOStalks 3 місяці тому

    Any idea on weight after the build?

  • @craigcraig2524
    @craigcraig2524 10 місяців тому

    now that do's look a lot better than the original (New) Gold Star and that Tank truly sets it off : Like it ... (But I like Enfields better.) But a Very nice custom Bike.

  • @benschofield7565
    @benschofield7565 10 місяців тому +1

    Noice. Cafe racer looks great. BSA really need to pull their finger out!

  • @taylorruckner5976
    @taylorruckner5976 10 місяців тому

    Shame we don't get these in the States. BSA announced they would come to the US "some time in 2023" but that has failed to materialize and I doubt they will make good on that promise.

  • @Uncle_Tijikun
    @Uncle_Tijikun 10 місяців тому +1

    The price of the customization is not bad at all TBH for a one off custom build. I'll probably never be able to afford it but that's just a small matter lol

    • @MrDarcy-OlMan
      @MrDarcy-OlMan  10 місяців тому

      Yeah for the level of customisation it’s not bad at all

  • @Orwellianbiker
    @Orwellianbiker 10 місяців тому +1

    Looks ace

  • @FoxtrotOscar9
    @FoxtrotOscar9 10 місяців тому

    Love the look. That exhaust wont work sadly. Rest looks quality

  • @tedsalmon2533
    @tedsalmon2533 10 місяців тому +1

    Very cool looking bike indeed. Way too tall for me though and the exhaust is a bit much!

  • @b.titanillabiro2771
    @b.titanillabiro2771 10 місяців тому +1

    i don’t get it ,if you want a rotax buy a rotax or rotax engined BMW f650/jawa/can am or matchless, if you want a goldstar buy a BSA goldstar ,the owners of the BSA brand name mahindra are well known for their excellent jeep 4x4’s as well as a range of extremely affordable lightweight copies of Chinese copies of early Japanese light weight motorcycles , buying an indian made copy of an Austrian engine disguised as an english made 1950’s road burner fitted into modern cycle parts just doesn’t make sense to me

  • @simongilbert2704
    @simongilbert2704 10 місяців тому

    the paint job is fantastic ,,, as for a one off special = 12 grand is not over priced , i doubt if there is any profit in that ,, as you know i can be critical = but if it's nice i say so = whether it's for me or not , different views are important , smooth with the rough = this one is smooth ;;;

  • @ronaldthomas9396
    @ronaldthomas9396 10 місяців тому

    6 foot tall people come with many different inseam lengths witch is more important than hight when talking about how we may fit on a motorcycle!

  • @briansture4353
    @briansture4353 10 місяців тому +1

    That sound is very much like the original Gold Star. It had that sharp bark it was an unmistakable sound that only a Gold Star had.
    They always sounded like a very powerful bike even the 350cc.

  • @pauleckett6713
    @pauleckett6713 10 місяців тому +1

    Just looks a bit odd to me. Engine looks to high in the frame, mudguard would be pointless and way to high, radiator looks like a barn door, side number plate always looks daft apart from that it's fine....

  • @nouradel6763
    @nouradel6763 10 місяців тому

    Mr darcy,,a review of jawa perak or classic plz

  • @julianspringer1835
    @julianspringer1835 10 місяців тому +1

    Looks homemade. I definitely don't agree on the paint job. Exhaust is just bling with no practical use. If it is not dirt cheap it has no chance of survival.

  • @EdBrock785
    @EdBrock785 10 місяців тому

    Very nice Bike,but who is the kick starter?

  • @stennerjs
    @stennerjs 10 місяців тому

    Can't wait to see the cafe racer reviewed!

  • @timmcvittie436
    @timmcvittie436 10 місяців тому

    Love it 👍

  • @tonymartin3780
    @tonymartin3780 10 місяців тому

    Needs a bigger front wheel but looks good