1914 Bsa

1914 BSA

A Cycle World Classic

EMMETT MOORE

BROUGHT TO THE U.S.A. in extremely rusty condition, this 1914 BSA single was restored to its present as original condition by T. A. Hodgdon, President of BSA, Incorporated, the Eastern factory branch of BSA, Birm ingham, England. This model was widely used by dis patch riders in World War I and there is reason to be lieve this very machine was so used. All equipment and finish details are restored to their authentic original condition.

Four coats of brilliant black enamel were applied over a rustproof preparation and bright parts wefe heavily plated and polished. Specifications are: 557 cubic centimeter, side valve, 85mm bore x 98mm stroke, magneto ignition, with a ball bearing mounted crankshaft. Transmission is three-speed, handshift with a multiple disc metal-to-metal clutch built into gearbox housing. Tires are size 26" x 2.5 three-ply Dunlop. Brakes are of the belt rim type with hand operation on the front, foot pedal on the rear. •