BSA 500 SS Gold Star: history, specs, pictures
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| Manufacturer | BSA |
|---|---|
| Production | 1971 - 1972 |
| Engine | single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 84.0mm x 90.0mm |
| Top speed | 99 mph (160 km/h) |
| Horse Power | 33.26 HP (24.8 KW) @ 6200RPM |
| Battery | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Brakes | Front: expanding brake Rear: expanding brake |
| Front Tire | 3.25-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
| Weight | (dry), 171.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.57 Gallon (13.50 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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The BSA 500 SS Gold Star was a single cylinder, four-stroke standard produced by BSA between 1971 and 1972. It could reach a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 33.26 HP (24.8 KW) @ 6200 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, four-stroke. A 84.0mm bore x 90.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 499.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25-18 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The 500 SS Gold Star was fitted with a 3.57 Gallon (13.50 Liters) fuel tank.