BSA Owners' Club Workshop Discussions

The BSA Workshop => Twins => Topic started by: Milemuncher on 18 Jun, 2022, 16:38

Title: First gear
Post by: Milemuncher on 18 Jun, 2022, 16:38
Hi all,

Is it normal to have to slip the clutch in first gear until you get to c.10mph on a 1963 A65?

Got stuck behind a string of cars following a cyclist up Ditchling Beacon today. My left hand had a good work out but it overheated the clutch...
Title: Re: First gear
Post by: Spaceman on 18 Jun, 2022, 17:19
I would check the size of gearbox sprocket fitted - parts book lists 16, 17 or 20 tooth sprockets but I think you can also get 22T sprockets. It sounds as though you might have a large sprocket fitted.