1969 BSA B25S Starfire Scrambler

This is an unrestored original. I purchased it in 1996 in boxes for my son - I wanted to start him off witha full metal bike. Most everything was there, ut I had to replace the piston and installed new bearings as well as the primary chain adjuster. The spark plug threads were stripped so there is a Helicoil installed in the head. Nothing else has been done mechanically except for replacing the carburetor and normal maintenance (points, lug, hain, earings, tc). My son rode it around on logging roads when I lived in Virginia. All paint is original with some spot touch-ups. There are a few dings and a small crack on the left fiberglass panel (which touch-up) - see picture. The tank is steel and there are no dents - butsome wear and tear. No rust in the tank and no gas leaks. The bike came with a vintage air pump (does not work) attachedto the frame behind the oil tank.The rearstop lens is a repro as is thehorn/high beam on the handle bars. The handle bars are the original "buck horns". The tires are original and show it! Most chrome is in good shape, ut there is some rust on the wheel rims and pitting on the fenders.

My sonout grewthe bike long ago and it is residing as one of 5 motorcyclesin my garage. I need to reduce my portfolio as I am straining my wife's sense of humor. I don't know the mileage (I put 10K in because eBay insists on a number)because the speedometer didn't work. I had it rebuilt, ut didn't get around to installing for awhile. The mileage (237)on it reflects the last year or so. I only rode it a bit around DC - but I am more comfortable on my other bikes. The bike starts easily, ut is high compression and not forgiving to my geezer knees. The bike runs a bit rough, ut can be sorted out. Good bike for someone as a first restoration. And of course it leaks oil (it wouldn't be British) and I will include the cookie sheet as a drip pan to protect your floor.

The motorcycle has a clear Virginia title. I will throw in a parts manual from British Cycle (where I purchased most replacement parts)and some spares.

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