BSA Motorcycles has launched its first offering in India, the BSA Gold Star 650. Booking for which has started from August 15. What kind of features are available in this bike and how powerful is the engine given in it. And at what price has it been brought. We are telling you in this news.
BSA Gold Star 650: Revived by India’s Classic Legends
BSA Gold Star 650 is owned by an Indian manufacturer – Classic Legends Private Limited, a subsidiary of Mahindra Group, which also manufactures Jawa and Yezdi motorcycles.
Features
BSA Goldstar 650 has tube cover with telescopic hydraulic fork, dual channel ABS, aluminum axle rim, Pirali tires, Brembo brakes, 12 volt socket, USB charger port, digital-analog instrument cluster as well as six color options including Legacy Edition.
Retro Design of BSA Gold 650 and a little history
The Gold Star 650 retains the design language of the original BSA Gold Star, which was originally sold between 1938 and 1963. The modern-classic design includes a round headlamp, curved fenders and a tear-drop shaped fuel tank. The bike is covered in chrome, along with a wide single-piece handlebar, a one-piece seat and wire-spoke wheels, all of which further add to the retro charm. The bike features a retro-styled twin-pod meter with digital readout and USB charging.
The modern classic is supported by a cradle frame, with suspension duties handled by telescopic forks at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear. Braking performance comes from disc brakes at both ends, with a 320mm front and 255mm rear disc brake setup with dual-channel ABS. It is also built on a double cradle frame. For comfortable riding, it has 41mm telescopic suspension in the front and adjustable twin shock absorbers in the rear.
Engine
The Gold Star 650 has a 652cc 4-valve, DOHC, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, which generates 45bhp of power at 6500rpm and 55Nm of torque at 4000rpm. For transmission, the engine has been tuned with a 5-speed gearbox. The company says that the engine has been refined and it can achieve a top speed of more than 160kmph.
BSA Gold Star 650 colour variants and price:
- Highland Green – 2,99,990
- Insignia Red – 2,99,990
- Midnight Black – 3,11,990
- Dawn Silver – 3,11,990
- Shadow Black – 3,15,990
- Legacy Edition – Sheen Silver – 3,34,990
This bike is being sold in these countries
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— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) August 15, 2024
The BSA Gold Star 650 made a comeback in the UK in 2021, currently being sold in Europe, Turkey, New Zealand and the Philippines. Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra said on the occasion, “Bringing BSA to India is to share a part of world motorcycle history with India. The indomitable spirit of the brand BSA, built in the fire of war, is embodied in the new Gold Star.” The company said that the BSA brand is also going to enter the markets of America, Australia and Japan soon.
