1966 BSA A65 Lightning

Up for sale is my classic 1966 BSA A65 Lightning. When I got it 8 years ago, t had ape hanger bars, hort megaphone exhausts, idn't run and other attributes. I have tried where possible to replace or add parts that are authentic. It has had 3 lots of "winter work" done -- mostly to ensure it's safe and reliable operation or to fix things that needed fixing. The last two lots of work were done by a BSA specialist -- namely Deer Park Cycles. Since acquiring the bike, have a full set of records of what work was done. It's a great bike -- never been restored but probably perfect for keeping as is or undergoing a full restoration.
Mileage is indicated as 5,060. I have no way of knowing if this is accurate or not.One reader wrote in that the engine and frame numbers don't match. He thought that the engine is a 1966 and the frame is a 1968. Another reader said he thought that the front end, rake assembly, nd tank are 1969. This may well be. I don't know much about the earlier history of this bike. I do know that I have cared for it nicely while I have owned it.
Here is a video of me starting it before going on a 5 mile ride April 17th:https://youtu.be/llHLGxjxAU8
This Lightning turns 50 years old this year so naturally it does not come with a warranty of any kind. It starts, uns nicely, as good tires, ost everything works, ut at 50, t's not a bike for a novice to jump on and ride across country to Sturgis. The speedometer iserraticand appears to work on and off.However,theodometerseems tobe working correctly.The right hand carb tickler sometimes leaks. This is a small and easy fix. Bike has a clear title in my name.
I am selling it because with a seat height of 32 inches, am short and can not put both feet flatly on the ground and would rather look for a bike that has a lower seat height.
I do have some manuals and other accessories including a tool kit.
Come and see it, ring your helmet and license and test ride it
If you are new to EBAY or a low or zero time bidder, lease call before bidding. I will only sell to buyers in the USA.
PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS

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