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1969 Bsa Lightning on 2040-motos

US $7,500.00
YearYear:1969 MileageMileage:2
Location:

Bozeman, Montana, United States

Bozeman, Montana, United States
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BSA Lightning tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):650 For Sale ByFor Sale By:owner

BSA Lightning description

Selling my 1969 BSA Lightning, #s matching, completely restored approx. 10 years ago at a cost of $9000 with 800 hours of labor, not including cost of bike. Fully documented restoration with full receipts and lots of manuals and brochures. Garage kept and driven only 2643 miles since restoration and it still looks fresh. Scope of work performed: Media blast frame and parts, Powder coat frame-brackets-sidestand-seat framework-footrests-brake lever-swing arm-headlight bracket-battery tray-brake cam spindle, etc-re-upholstered seat with seat cover(BSA logo on back)from England with original chrome molding-New Wiring Harness-New Podtronics Regulator-New wheel rims- show quality chrome from England- Stainless Steel Spokes on Rims laced by Jeff Sunzeri(San Jose)-Media blasted front brake cover plate-Painted front and rear hub with factory original paint-New Avon "Speedmaster" tire tube rim lock.OEM style ribbbed,made in England-New Dunlop 70 tires-New front brake linings and springs-New rear and engine sprocket-New Chain-All new bearings in front and rear axles-New "dummy axle" in rear wheel assembly-New Halgon shock absorbers(this co. bought out Girling original Manufacturer)-New swing arm bobbins(bearings)-New rear brake rod and adjuster cam spring-new rubber brake light switch cover-New chrome front fender and brackets-Completely rebuilt front forks, including fork tubes, covers,new seals, bushings, drain bolts,fork caps, nuts,restrictor bolts, chrome seal cover, rubber gaiters, new fork tube top nuts,chrome, grommets, new fork springs and cups-Rebuild steering head with new upper and lower races- New Handlebars- Chrome bolts, twist grips, levers, all new cables,2 throttle cables,air control cables,with junction box,front brake cable- Tach and Speedo,original Smiths rebuilt by a Smiths rebuilder in Atlanta Georgia- New Billet aluminum speed-tach mounting bracket-Gas tank religned and sealed with 2 new petcocks OEM- Gas tank and side covers stripped to bare metal and repainted, original chrome gas tank was polished, pinstrpping by Roy Dunn-BSA metal badges originals were stripped and repainted red, white, and blue-New rubber mounting pads for gas tank-New rubber buffer pads for side covers and battery tray-New "Oddie" clips for side covers-New points, condenser,alternator rotor,coils{2},OEM Champion N-3 Spark Plugs,spark plug wires with hard to find OEM plug covers- New Battery and Regulator-New ignition switch and keyed fork lock- New Cylinder barrels (sleeves)-pistons-rings-tappets-valve guides-valves-seats-finned cylinder barrels painted black- cases and valve cover polished-New Amal Carbs #930 left and right- new fuel hoses and spigots- New case screws- All nuts and bolts "Whitworth" everywhere, drain plug bolt,new oil return hoses- License plate bolts-rear fender bolts-New Chrome Chain Guard with mounting bolts-New Chrome shift lever(OEM) with rubber cover-New Kick starter bolts, rubber,  return spring, and ball bearing- New footrest rubbers, mounting nuts and washers- Transmission lower end inspected and excellant-New Clutch cable, clutch plates inspected (excellant)-New Stainless Steel mounting plate for battery tray and as a place to mount Podtronics regualtor-New Mirror. I just installed a new battery and took it out for a spin. Started on 2nd kick and performed like ti should. All lights and gauges work, horn does not. Oh, it also has original toolkit I sure I forgot something, but I'm sure you get the picture. Feel free to contact me with any questions or if you need specific photos. If you are serious feel free to call me at 406-579-5437. Shipping or pick up is responsibility of buyer although i can assist. Priced reasonably and ready for a new enthusiast. No problem storing bike under cover in my shop until pick up.

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