Externally it's usually the kickstart lever's internal splines which go as these are of a softer metal than the shaft. If the slot has closed up then it can...
The kickstart return spring has snapped! From my understanding to change this means having the clutch out So should I 1. Do it myself and over the winter strip...
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Don't be frightened of the job even though you're a novice. With the right tools, i.e. a compressor for the clutch (see previous kicstart/clutch related...
I have just finished uploading the last of my Acrobat instruction manuals. So far I have D1, D3, D5 D7 D14 I am awaiting early D1, D7 manuals, and D10 and D175...
Thanks all for your posted replys!! On closer examination it appears that the main nut holding the clutch basket and assembly together had become loose and...
Keith, Thanks for this. He spent ages scanning and wordprocesing the things to make them available. The icing on the cake is that he first purchased the ...
Hi! I'd just like to introduce myself to you all. My names Andy, I'm 43 and= a Graphic Designer. After many years I've just rekindled my love of Bantams!...
3.00 x 18" both front & rear. ... From: polarh2o To: BSABantam@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2003 4:32 AM Subject: [BSABantam] question Could...
The D1 & D3 use 2.75" x 19" front and rear. The D1 & D3 competition use 2.75" x 19" front, and 3.25" x 19" rear. The D5 & D7 use 3.00" x 18" front and rear. ...
Rebuilding of the D1 that I purchased in 1969 has now commenced - [don't like to rush these things!]. Wheels with nice chrome rims and stainless spokes...
I would advise caution against putting absolute faith in such detailed specs. An ex BSA shop floor employee friend of mine maintains that in order to keep...
But 2.75 x 19 front and rear on the D1, D3, and D5 ... From: Andy Lorenz To: BSABantam@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2003 8:48 AM Subject: Re:...
... that ... been ... nut's, ... that I ... trying ... dead ... it ... to ... parcel ... permitting, ... John, try the following: Lightning spares Tel. 0161...
Tom, Can you help this poor old male who is trying to put toghether a 1954 148cc Bantam Super...parts having gone awol over the years..have owned it since 57. ...
... was ... restoring ... Hi John You could try www.motorbike-world.net/bsa who advertise a fastener kit including all nuts & bolts to put your Bantam together...
The parts book lists 1954 D1 & D3 heads as different, but '55 and '56 heads as identical. Telling an early D1 barrel and head from a late one is easy, but I'm...
hi there ,,can anyone help me with dating an old bike i have bought the engine no. is ydl 13540 the only no. i can find on the frame is bd2s 724 , i have a no,...
I have just finished the rebuild of my sisters D7 and found Kidderminster M/Cycles most helpful for spares 01562 666798 also "Old Bike Mart" is a great source...
I'm looking to convert a D14 or B175 to a trial bike. A Bushman would be ideal as a starting point, however Bushman's or Bushman frames seem rare as rocking...
Hi, Does anybody know if a specific frame was ever made for the D7 to secure cloth type panniers? Has anyone ever fabricated their own? How else do I carry my...
According to the BSAOC site <http://www.bsaoc.demon.co.uk/1951-60.html> both the frame and engine are 1953 the frame being one made for the GPO .More...
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Hi, I have changed over to fully synthetis oil in my D13 engine at a 30:1 ratio expecting less smoke. There seems to be more smoke than before, how can this be...
Hi, At a guess you have reduced the viscosity of the petroil mix, so the engine is now running richer, hence more smoke. Alternatively you may have worn crank...
am in dire need or some parts for a plunger framed bantam (1953). parts req 2 x rear wheel nuts ,and washers etc... 2 x adjuster for said wheel 1 x front...
