... missing the ... Just don't tighten it in place by whacking it with a centre-punch in the holes, I found that the tool for tightening the abrasive disc in ...
would the gentleman from Sileby, Leics. that emailed me about me riding my Bantam again please get in touch as I deleted his address before replying and I...
Matt, A good choice. Any of the D1s should be OK. The earlier models with the rigid rear ends are more sought after but for practicality the later ones with...
Hi, Are you looking for a "working" trials bike or a factory original D1C? I do have one of the former I am considering selling. yours, Roy ... From:...
Hi, I wonder if anyone can give me any advice on getting the D10 running properly. I've restored the cycle parts etc and got it all looking nice. The engine...
In a message dated 4/11/03 11:35:20 AM Pacific Daylight Time, greg@... writes: << It kicks up but doesn't rev cleanly. Revs OK about 1/4 throttle but ...
... running ... B7ES), ... quite ... !!!!!!!!!!! Remove the carb float chamber side cover, remove the float and shake it to see if there is any fuel in it. If...
Can any help with info for this man? From: "superchargedherald" <mattsmith@e...> Date: Sun Apr 13, 2003 11:05 pm Subject: BSA 125 engine rebuild - advice...
Hi Greg, I've encountered two D1's with similar symptoms. I'm not sure if the cause and solution is applicable to D10's but it's worth mentioning. One of the...
Solved the problem of the Bantam running way too rich. Was riding with the choke on! (Dugh!) No one told me it works the opposite way to Jap handle -bar...
In a message dated 4/16/03 1:23:31 AM Pacific Daylight Time, greg@... writes: << What pre-mix ratios are people using? >> I'm at 30:1 and quite happy....
... mounted ... Are ... I allways thought that the engine vibration would gradually act against the friction and spring pressure holding the choke off so ...
My Antivirus has stopped the same two E-Mails? Beware. Roger Elvin ... From: "beezerbum2001" <beezerbum2001@...> To: <BSABantam@yahoogroups.com> Sent:...
We were given the afternoon off today (God Bless the Queen) so I fired up my trusty paraffin blow lamp and started stripping the paint off my D1. It's going...
Just rebuilt a 1968 D14 Bantam from the bits it arrived in. All electrics work, there's compression, suction at intake, spark. It runs if I squirt fuel...
... As usual it is the pilot jet system, it is amazing how little blockage is required to generate bafflement at dry plugs as a result of much kicking. The...
John, Welcome to the BSA Bantam Group. The question of a blocked carb jet has already been highlighted. Getting back to basics (and no insult meant) I presume...
Thanks for the help. I have tickled the carb and used choke. I dismantled the carb too. But still no joy. Could it be the filter in the tank? The idea of an...
You may have read the woes I've had and the farce with the choke! Mine seems to be getting through spark plugs awfully quickly so I presume running too rich...
Has anyone ever heard of a sidecar being fitted to a Bantam? Just a small one. For that extra camping gear. Plunger framed, 175 engine. This is a bit...
I tried all kinds of things. Recharged battery, new plug, lead and cap. New carb O ring. Still running rough, when at all. I've decided to strip the engine and...
Hello list well i've been lurking here for about a year now, the same length of time my 1949 D1 rigid frame has been lying in a box in the garage. I am now ...
Dear all, My son Tom who runs this site has me down as a joint moderator, so I get to see all the site transactions etc. I have today a cause to welcome a new...
Guy & I just found this club and joined. Apparently it was set up just about a year ago to replace the 'demised' Bantam Enthusiasts Club. Membership £10 per...
