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Twins / Re: A65 Points plate
« on: 09 August, 2021, 17:43:27 »
Thanks Mike! how do we work that then from here?

Are the cams okay at the backing plate usable? This is a new bike to me and the cams are screwed and some threads in the backing plate are stripped - I can probably overcome somehow but new / good used preferred!

Let me know how we can connect to get this underway.

Cheers,

Dave. 

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Twins / A65 Points plate
« on: 09 August, 2021, 11:26:37 »
Chaps - can anyone advise where i might get hold of a points backing plate including adjusting cams, for my A65 Lightning please?

I've tried my normal folks - Draganfly / British Bike bits etc... and no luck with any of them so far.

Any clues?

Cheers in advance for any comments!

Dave M.

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Twins / Re: A65 Lightning clutch
« on: 06 June, 2021, 11:35:43 »
Thanks Gents - comments really appreciated and thanks!

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Twins / A65 Lightning clutch
« on: 05 June, 2021, 22:46:47 »
Well - p'raps I'm just getting older but my recently acquired A65 does have a VERY heavy clutch.
I've installed a new cable and made all the normal checks - so, any opinions welcomed please!
1) Can I get a 'softer' clutch spring option does anyone know that won't allow slippage...
2) Can I unwind / unload the standard springs without the risk of them working loose in use?

I think that's it! About all I can think of apart from training my left hand........

Any thoughts? Cheers anyway...

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Twins / Re: A65 Engine oil type.
« on: 21 March, 2021, 13:33:55 »
Thanks to all for comments!

Really most helpful and thank you!

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Twins / A65 Engine oil type.
« on: 20 March, 2021, 12:33:04 »
Thanks all for any opinions.
Not long bought an A65L that's been in nice storage for a while. (not a barn find)

Before I ride and really use the beauty I plan a major service - but what engine oil would the group recommend? I'm tempted to go fully synthetic - any comments to that or should I just stick with a mineral oil?

Any observations / experiences welcomed!

Cheers.

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Twins / Re: A 65 tyres
« on: 01 March, 2021, 10:29:00 »
Thanks again Dave

Will take your advice and get on it. I don't plan track days or going for a timed run on my favorite roads - so don't need the ultimate option! Bumbling along is just fine. Appreciate the advice.

Dave Madsen.

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Twins / Re: A 65 tyres
« on: 27 February, 2021, 15:50:22 »
Thanks Dave - that's really helpful!

Are they good for both front and back?

Cheers,

Dave.

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Twins / A 65 tyres
« on: 27 February, 2021, 10:01:02 »
Now the proud owner of a 1968 A65.
The bike's been stored a long while and needs new tyres.
What's the recommended option with what's available today please, any advice?
All comments gratefully received!
Dave.

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Which BSA do you ride? / My new A 65!
« on: 27 February, 2021, 09:58:04 »
Just bought an A65 Lightning - export model - just back from a museum in Italy too!

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