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Twins / Re: 1968 A50 Royal Star Wheels
« on: 15 March, 2024, 15:49:29 »
I can vouch for that. On mine, the rim sits bang in the middle between the forks at 2" rim to centre line of each fork. Mine is a 1970 with TLS brake.
It rides straight and handles perfectly. Hope this helps!

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Twins / Re: A65 brake light switch
« on: 26 February, 2024, 15:48:30 »
I had a new switch like yours and realised that the original Lucas switch would have had a complete brass contact arc as described above. The new ones from 'Lucas' (all part of the Wassells empire I believe) doesn't, and it's likely they have two separate, round contacts moulded in, with a non-contact area between.
I returned mine to the supplier as not fit for purpose, indeed dangerous, and got a full refund and I would strongly suggest Martin does the same.
As I've banged on about this many times, we used to put up with Wassell's extremely poor quality back in the 60's and 70's, but we don't have to now. They should be very ashamed that they are selling safety critical components such as switches that are clearly sub standard.

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Twins / Re: Oil capacity of 69-70 Shuttlevalve forks
« on: 12 February, 2024, 15:05:21 »
The manual says 190cc. (3/8 US pint).
However, a little bit over helps if the forks 'clunk' at the top of the rebound. This is because, if too low, the two small bleed holes at end of the stanchion move into air space and don't do there job as a 'final damping'. (Well, that's my take on it. Other opinions would be welcome).
Hope this helps.
ChrisG

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The Star and Garter / Re: Update on the Open Day event
« on: 09 February, 2024, 10:01:55 »
With regards to John's last post, he has since contacted me and other members of the committee by email and all is in hand regarding promoting the event in The Star, the first one will be in the March edition.



 


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Twins / Re: wassel carb on a65
« on: 25 January, 2024, 14:48:28 »
Well, you pays your money and takes your choice. It would be interesting to hear how you get on mate!

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Twins / Re: wassel carb on a65
« on: 23 January, 2024, 10:22:06 »

'take them apart first and check jets are fitted tightly', and 'found either needle jet or main jet loose and partially undone itself'

This advice says it all. Wassells are still dining out on the lenience of us 'more mature' old bike riders and restorers who were used to buying their lousy quality, pattern parts for our old bikes back in the seventies. For goodness sake it's the 20th century now and selling stuff that clearly is not fit for purpose from the get go isn't acceptable and they should be thoroughly ashamed of themselves!! Also, the seller who sold that carb should be ashamed too!

How much are they compared to genuine Amal's? Are they really worth it if you have to 'finish the job for them?' i know we'r

Rant over!
Chris


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I've had a request from a TV filming company who are looking for an up together C11 to feature in a TV series they produce in the North West.
Does anyone in that area have one or knows of one and would be interested in showing it on the tele?
If so, email me (editor@bsaownersclub.co.uk) and I will get in touch.
Chris

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The Star and Garter / Burton Bike Bits - Black Friday Weekend
« on: 24 November, 2023, 17:56:00 »
Hi Folks,
Carolyne from Burton Bike Bits has been in touch re this week-end. Note this only applies to on line orders.
Here is her message:-

Black Friday to Cyber Monday Mega Sale!
Get 15% off our Genuine New Old Stock BSA, Triumph, Norton & Royal Enfield and Clearance items! This offer is limited to the first 100 orders, so get in fast!! Simply use code BLACK15 - it's valid for all Genuine New Old Stock as well as our Clearance section.
See the range here:
Genuine New Old Stock: https://www.britishbikebits.com/genuine-nos-parts
Clearance: https://www.britishbikebits.com/clearance
Just enter BLACK15 at checkout to get your discount

Carolyne Page


Worth considering if you are in need of some spares etc.

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Twins / Re: Ewarts 90/degree exit Petro tap .
« on: 20 November, 2023, 16:24:21 »
If this is the one used on pre OIF A65 or A50 then the outlet of the tap is 1/4BSP, the Tank thread is 3/8BSP.

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Twins / Re: A65 valve springs
« on: 14 November, 2023, 16:31:04 »
I have had trouble in the past getting some springs to sit in the bottom cups, so it is possible that the two springs also were of slightly different O.D.s
Maybe the bottom cups sold nowadays have a larger ID to cater for this.

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Twins / Re: A65 Alloy barrels
« on: 03 November, 2023, 17:45:04 »
Thanks Allan,
The better cooling would be useful for classics as most of us use them when the sun shines and it gets hot caught up in traffic. Also, the weight difference would be useful in competition.

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Twins / Re: A65 Alloy barrels
« on: 02 November, 2023, 12:50:04 »
Forgive my ignorance, but what are the advantages of alloy barrels over the original cast iron ones on a touring machine? I appreciate they may look smarter, but what effect will it have on performance etc?

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Twins / Re: a65 same old problems
« on: 31 October, 2023, 17:23:36 »
Allan, further up the thread  I noticed you gave some advice re setting up the 3 ball clutch.
I am having trouble adjusting my 1970 A50 clutch with the SRM plate. SRM were a bit vague and I fear I may have shortened the push rod too far. I would appreciate some advice re this. Would you please get in touch via email editor@bsaownersclub.co.uk?
Chris

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The Star and Garter / Re: Copper tube drift
« on: 31 October, 2023, 16:26:02 »
Pete, Is it OK if I publish this in The Star?

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Twins / Re: bad starting '71 A65
« on: 10 October, 2023, 16:40:20 »
I notice you make no reference to flooding the carb with the tickler? If you don't that could be the reason. All my BSA's have needed to be tickled until petrol starts to come out of the button.
Give it a try and let us know how you get on.

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