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British Bikes / Re: Advice on a 1964 BSA
« on: October 29, 2010, 03:40:25 PM »
Hey, thanks for all the info.

I am planning on doing the restoration in 2 phases so I can learn as much as possible. First just get it running and back together and second phase will be a more complete restoration.  I live in Minnesota and our riding season is short.  I think the frame will stay as is for now and then I will address it when I start really diving into the restoration.

Does anyone have a source for parts in the US?  As of right now, I am going to need a chain, rear sprocket, front sprocket, and a bracket for the front fender.

Thanks again


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British Bikes / Re: Advice on a 1964 BSA
« on: October 26, 2010, 11:11:37 PM »
Hey guys,  Thanks again for the advice.  I have begun to dive into the BSA.


After getting some of the dirt off I noticed a pinch in the frame.  Is this something that I can ride with or is it going to need repair?  Let me know what you think.  Sorry the photo is a little out of focus.

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British Bikes / Re: Advice on a 1964 BSA
« on: October 14, 2010, 02:52:27 PM »
Thanks guys,  This is going to be a fun project for me and its hard to think about anything else.  I will keep you posted on the progress and most likely ask for a lot of help.

Thanks again!

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British Bikes / Advice on a 1964 BSA
« on: October 13, 2010, 05:12:12 AM »
Hello everyone,

I am new to the forum but looking through the site I am extremely impressed and excited to see what you guys have to say.

I recently came across a 1964 BSA B40 350cc Sportsman (pretty sure) in a barn.  It is in many pieces but it seems to be all there (minus the chain and chain guard) and actually stored very well.  The guy who owns it said the cylinder was bored out and it has the Victor 441 piston.  I have been looking around and it seems that there arent many of these restored around.  I am wondering why this is?

I have some knowledge working on Japanese bikes but this would be my first English bike.  The guy whos barn the bike in is older and has offered to assist in the restoration of the bike as much as he can.  He has offered his whitworth wrenches, the shop manual and any knowledge he has.  I am wondering if there are any wise words, tricks of the trade, or sources of knowledge and or parts that I should know about before diving in head first.

I will post picks soon.

A few of the sprockets are going to have to be replaced, the rear sprocket

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