BSA Gold Star - A Year On
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- Опубліковано 9 лис 2023
- Who thought it would be such a controversial motorcycle ? I loved it from the first time I saw it. But I looked at it with my eyes wide open and for what it was. A modern take on an old bike. As such it was never going to live up to the expectations of the old guard. But this is a recreation built to a price, unlike others such as the Norton commando or even the triumph Bonneville. The main question for me was of course the senses test.
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I'm going to open a can of worms here but its only my take on matters, the thing I don't like about it is they have tried to make it look like an original Gold Star. This is the same route that Triumph took but to a higher degree, fake monobloc carb bodies that are way too big on the Triumph that just look ridiculous & engine casings that mimic the same shape as the Meriden built models. I prefer bikes with their own identity, bikes that don't desperatly cling onto previous designs in an attempt to break into the nostalgia market. This is why I prefer the Royal Enfield models & the 650 Interceptor in particular, they were designed with their own identity they've not copied old designs in an attempt to gain favour. This is just my opinion & has nothing to do with where I earn my daily crust & bowl of gruel !
The bike suffered because it took too long to finally come to market and there's been a lot brand snobbery. But I think it looks great and most reviews have been really positive. I'd love to see you get one.
Morning Mr TAYM. As you know, I have done a fair few miles on the GoldStar (3 vids). I wasn’t sure on the first ride, but that might have been due to it being released in the middle of Winter, on salty, gritty, slippery roads. The second outing in much better weather, was more enjoyable, but I still didn’t think it was as good as the Interceptor. I will be taking it out again next year, but even now, looking back, I just can’t think whether I would buy one. It’s not a bad bike at all, and yes, my reviews had lots of undeserved hate comments from numpties. The only thing which spoils the looks for me, is the tarnishing on the exhaust behind the foot pegs, which can be found on all of the ones I have seen. As for the sound, as a rider, you just get air intake, so I would definitely remove the baffle ! I found the rear suspension to be plush, and certainly better than the original one fitted to the Interceptor, which were rubbish at best. Yes, it’s a good bike…..but I can’t figure whether it’s a great bike. Still haven’t seen many on the road, don’t know why. Maybe the dealer network (or lack of) has something to do with it. Nice review again.
It really annoys me that we have people now complaining about the radiator!!. It has to comply with new regs. Why not also complain about the brakes being discs instead of original drums, and the fact that it doesn't leak oil and is reliable.?.. i reckon some people live in the past too much and would rather be riding the old bikes that leaked oil, had to be repaired at the side of the road and had crap brakes...i know what I'd rather ride!.. my only beef is the lack of a centre stand. Ive been riding now since 1974 and i really like most of the modern stuff. Great review once again taym.. I've watched you from the start. Cheers, A.ndy.
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My Black one was delivered on the first of March its now had its first service and has given me nothing but joy. I took the Interceptor out first and really liked it but the Gold Star being a single has so much more character. I've upgraded the shocks taken off that ridiculous thing on the handlebars and might next year get some bar end mirrors to replace those Mickley Mouse one's. Just love it.
When I viewed it at the nec I thought it looked very cheap, unlikely to endure British weather. The bsa stand was empty. The radiator is plain ugly. I have not seen a single on the road where I live.
Was just thinking, TAYM? Should I start a channel? Have a name already! TFDM. The Fine Day Motorcyclist! What do you think? Trouble is I wouldn't have anything to record until next April/May or later! 😂
Sounds indeed like a warped disc. Probably overheated by over-enthusiastic test riders who've then sat at the lights with the front brake held on. That'll do it 🙄. We wouldn't do that though.
Bike looks great. I know it's a small thing, but since I saw it on show at the National Bike Museum a year ago, I still think the indicators could be be a little more substantial. I'd swap them for the RE Classic 350 indicators, I've recently bought one for my classic. They are cheap enough. Thanks for the ride Mr TAYM. 👍
Thanks Mr TAYM. These days there aren't many big singles you can buy new and those you can are often adventure or off road bikes, so hats off to BSA for producing a bike that those who enjoy the special character a big single can ride as an everyday bike. It's interesting to watch videos and hear the opinions of those who have ridden them, but you don't get the feel and the true sound of the bike on video so I think you have to ride one yourself before making a judgement on it. I'm looking forward to getting a chance to ride one myself. Cheers, Mick
Cheers TAYM you’ve made me get my Legacy out of the garage 😂
Another informative video from you TAYM, like you I really like this BSA, think I will test one and then decide Intercepter or the BSA, keep up the good work 👍
I was very lucky and rode the new BSA when the dealership first had one,( in my case bridge motorcycles Exeter) found it a really lovely bike, get up an go so good performance, wasn't won over first of with the looks but now a year on its own me over now really like the look, all in all great bike, going to the NEC bike show on the 21st so see what's new, keep up the brilliant videos young man I do enjoy them.
I like it too and enough power for sensible riding , a modern classic with a few modern tweeks which not everyone will like I’m sure but I think overall it’s a good looking machine . Thanks TAYM
Hi TAYM , like you I was well impressed with the ride . Obvious issues with some areas of the finish but no worse
Picked my Highland Green GS up 2 weeks ago and I really love it so far. Roads and weather has been pretty awful so I am sure I will love it even more when the weather improves. The only thing I intend to change is the rear light and number plate bracket for the TEC option.
l took one for a test ride a few months ago and loved the slow pace of life it gives you, but l also took it on a duel carriageway and was surprised at how it picked up speed when you get the revs up.
I looked at these when they first came out and actually considered one, especially as Mrs PGB & I ride two up nearly all the time. Being brand new to market, with no real long-term ownership experiences to read about I gave it a wide berth until they'd settled down and become established. I was also, put off by the huge radiator and yes, I was also swayed by the slating it had received from some over it's lack of authenticity. But seeing them in the flesh again recently, my head was turned I must admit. Especially in the black which I preferred over the red. Mrs PGB said I could only have one if I had the red one so a conversation was had which inevitably came around to money and especially that we'd get a very poor part ex on the Classic 350. Now you've got me wanting again and the radiator? I hardly notice it now - isn't that weird? I'm 60 next year so...Naughty Mr TAYM 😊 😊😊
Great looking machine, clocks had me confused tho...easily confused me. Thanks TAYM.