Mr Kiwi here , Sunday morning Here in England, made some apple pancakes and coffee , and watching a great show from Bill on this big old thumper B.S.A , Good start for the day. Thanks Bill
Hi, from South Staffordshire, England. I’m new to your channel so I thought I’d stop by and say hello. I bought my first new motorcycle in September, 1971 and, thanks to my relatives, bought a BSA. It was a B50SS in red and black and was a beaut! That bike was my workhorse, it took me to work every day (maybe not every day… it broke down a few times) for three years. Then I replaced the engine. I did that a few times before selling the bike (affectionately known as The Greased Pig) in 2001. Some titbits for you: You could run it without a battery if you wanted to go trail riding. The wire headlight mounting was fragile (they’d snap without warning but I was ace with a TIG welder so who cared?) The large silencer (or muffler, to you) is still known by BSA owners as The Lozenge. I missed my B50SS so much, I bought another in September 2017. Like it’s predecessor, it’s a bugger to start so I installed a Boyer ignition kit and… wow! What a difference! Stout, as you discovered, is a heavy beer that is best appreciated when drunk (at just below room temperature) from a glass, rather than directly from a can or bottle. Try it next time, you’ll see the difference and it will taste better too. Off to watch more of your vids so, bye for now 👍🏻
I saw ads for those and the Triumph versions in Cycle when I was in highschool. They were a lovely "last gasp," of the British motorcycle industry. A guy on my paper route had a 441 Victor he raced in motocross, but he wasn't competitive. I loved the old Brit singles, still do, Royal Enfield gets it right with theirs, only with less valve clatter and oil leaks. I had a 2022 350 Classic Reborn in Thailand, this year it will be a 411 Himalayan in Mexico.
I loved the last of BSA singles . My friend had the 250 gold star. However I hated the " cheese grater " muffler. Bad bit of styling. They are not difficult start it's just mastering the technique . I've had over 50 years of British bikes. As I'm a native of the UK. You get used to little quirky ways.
BSA helped a lot in the war effort too, obviously with the name it’s self explanatory, supplying guns and ammunition etc, I’m north east England, so BSA company a little drive away but damned cool machines. ❤
I loved the decal of the three crossed rifles on my very first bike - a 1958 BSA Bantam 175cc. I was around 12 years old when my dad brought it home for us.
I bought a B50SS new. It liked me, so no problem starting. Big front brake, so no problem stopping. Ran Dunlop K70 (or K71? can't recall) so no problem cornering. I quite liked it. I think it was produced right after a long weekend, though, as it ran through piston rings every 2000 miles. The snail rear wheel adjusters were a brilliant concept, but built of very soft aluminum (or hard cheese?) & pulled through on drivers side - which cracked the crankcase/gear box & that was the end of it for me.
Nice bike! Like the B50, my AJS doesn't like too much fuel unless its a really cold day. I'm fond of stout but I haven't tried Young's, I'll look out for it (Belhaven Black is my current favourite).
I have the Triumph-badged off-road TR5MX version of the B50. Bought it new in '73. It came with a 2MC 12 volt system and you can run a 2MC in that B50T instead of a battery. .
I eat CHUNKY chocolate bars with my PBR, and Guinness is my soul mate, so I would probably like this beer. Especially the "thick" sensation. I can picture pouring it in a bowl and eating with a spoon. Yes, I'm demented! Edit: 7:35 that can sounded close to empty when you put it down. I bet the flavor is growing on you, and you've been sipping when we weren't watching! Edit #2: 9:10 Aha! I was a lil early with the first edit..
Mr Kiwi here , Sunday morning Here in England, made some apple pancakes and coffee , and watching a great show from Bill on this big old thumper B.S.A , Good start for the day. Thanks Bill
Hi, from South Staffordshire, England. I’m new to your channel so I thought I’d stop by and say hello.
I bought my first new motorcycle in September, 1971 and, thanks to my relatives, bought a BSA. It was a B50SS in red and black and was a beaut! That bike was my workhorse, it took me to work every day (maybe not every day… it broke down a few times) for three years.
Then I replaced the engine.
I did that a few times before selling the bike (affectionately known as The Greased Pig) in 2001.
Some titbits for you:
You could run it without a battery if you wanted to go trail riding.
The wire headlight mounting was fragile (they’d snap without warning but I was ace with a TIG welder so who cared?)
The large silencer (or muffler, to you) is still known by BSA owners as The Lozenge.
I missed my B50SS so much, I bought another in September 2017.
Like it’s predecessor, it’s a bugger to start so I installed a Boyer ignition kit and… wow! What a difference!
Stout, as you discovered, is a heavy beer that is best appreciated when drunk (at just below room temperature) from a glass, rather than directly from a can or bottle.
Try it next time, you’ll see the difference and it will taste better too.
Off to watch more of your vids so, bye for now 👍🏻
Hello in the UK! So glad you're here! Thanks for subscribing and for your comments here.
I remember drooling over these bikes when they were brand new, I have a "79 XT 500 now which always reminded me of those old BSA's.
Same intent from Yamaha for sure!
@@wheelhousegarage Even has the oil in the frame! I do have a 67 441 that my dad had.
I saw ads for those and the Triumph versions in Cycle when I was in highschool. They were a lovely "last gasp," of the British motorcycle industry. A guy on my paper route had a 441 Victor he raced in motocross, but he wasn't competitive. I loved the old Brit singles, still do, Royal Enfield gets it right with theirs, only with less valve clatter and oil leaks. I had a 2022 350 Classic Reborn in Thailand, this year it will be a 411 Himalayan in Mexico.
Thanks for sharing!
My favorite channel. Thank you for your outstanding work
What an honor! Appreciate you watching Christopher!
Good job Bill, keep it up.
Thanks, will do!
What a beautiful bike! Thanks for another great show, Bill.
My pleasure!
Thanks for another great video! I enjoy them all and look forward to your next one!
Glad you like them! Thank for tuning in!
That beer is actually rated as possibly the best one available. Haven’t found it locally yet.
I ended up really liking it!
How can taste be rated? I never understand that one.
Another enjoyable video. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I loved the last of BSA singles . My friend had the 250 gold star. However I hated the " cheese grater " muffler. Bad bit of styling. They are not difficult start it's just mastering the technique
. I've had over 50 years of British bikes. As I'm a native of the UK. You get used to little quirky ways.
Cheers to the quirks!
BSA helped a lot in the war effort too, obviously with the name it’s self explanatory, supplying guns and ammunition etc, I’m north east England, so BSA company a little drive away but damned cool machines. ❤
I loved the decal of the three crossed rifles on my very first bike - a 1958 BSA Bantam 175cc.
I was around 12 years old when my dad brought it home for us.
@@savage22bolt32
Same as my Dad, he and his best pal had an old bantam when they were 12-13 years old. Funnily enough
Such rich history!!
Stouts and porters more winter drinks. Especially on a cold day in front of an open fire.
Ohh yeah!
I bought a B50SS new. It liked me, so no problem starting. Big front brake, so no problem stopping. Ran Dunlop K70 (or K71? can't recall) so no problem cornering. I quite liked it. I think it was produced right after a long weekend, though, as it ran through piston rings every 2000 miles. The snail rear wheel adjusters were a brilliant concept, but built of very soft aluminum (or hard cheese?) & pulled through on drivers side - which cracked the crankcase/gear box & that was the end of it for me.
Very nice, great acceleration that's were the fun's really at, twist that throttle and hang on
Yeeehaw!!
BSA had great magazine ads back then.
So good!
Автору респект. Шикарно смотрится на конец 1960-70 гг.! Разве что "Ява" могла сравниться на тот период и то спорно!!!
Nice bike! Like the B50, my AJS doesn't like too much fuel unless its a really cold day. I'm fond of stout but I haven't tried Young's, I'll look out for it (Belhaven Black is my current favourite).
I'll have to try that one!
I have the Triumph-badged off-road TR5MX version of the B50. Bought it new in '73. It came with a 2MC 12 volt system and you can run a 2MC in that B50T instead of a battery.
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Sweet bike! Great tips as always!
My B50 was a bear to start!!
Man that purple looks good on that bike, always had a soft spot for BSAs. Sneaky little edit during the starting process!
Haha!
I eat CHUNKY chocolate bars with my PBR, and Guinness is my soul mate, so I would probably like this beer. Especially the "thick" sensation. I can picture pouring it in a bowl and eating with a spoon. Yes, I'm demented!
Edit: 7:35 that can sounded close to empty when you put it down. I bet the flavor is growing on you, and you've been sipping when we weren't watching!
Edit #2: 9:10 Aha! I was a lil early with the first edit..
I’ll have to try that!
@@wheelhousegarage if Chunky bars ain't your thing, dark chocolate can be even better
I didnt even know they made a victor 500 . only heard of the 441
Totally different bottom end from the 441. 500 has 3 main bearings, 441 has 2. Very few parts interchange, certainly not crankshaft or crankcase.
Thanks is for enlightening us👍
Yamaha must have had a good look at that and built the XT500
Totally!
A real test of man and machine would be a long distance ride. Like the new Northern CA BDR.
Most fun you can have with your clothes on 😂
You got it!
Don was Mr BSA!
Wish I could have met him! Seemed to be well-loved by all.
Hi Bill! Is this bike same as the TR5? Looking forward to next episode!
Close, but with the TR5T Triumph took the B50 frame (or very close to it) and put their 500 twin (T100) motor in it! Those are really fun bikes too!
Its the same as the TR5MX. The TR5T was the twin.
@@bsamatt its not the same bike, there are some small differences i.e. the the gas tank (triumph looks better in my eyes..)
Not sure about the smooth front tyre. Nice beesa
Have you experienced sumping its' oil with this bike ?
Yes - they all do :)
I have a 441, needs a rebuild
Get after it 👍👍
I have a 69 441 it’s bullet pruf
Woohoo!
Or not...
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