BSA A7 Shoting Star: history, specs, pictures



The BSA A7 Shoting Star was a twin, four-stroke standard produced by BSA between 1954 and 1962. It could reach a top speed of 104 mph (168 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 19.31 HP (14.4 KW) @ 6000 RPM.

BSA A7 Shoting Star
Manufacturer
BSA
Production 1954 - 1962
Engine
twin, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 66.0mm x 72.6mm
Top Speed 104 mph (168 km/h)
Horsepower 19.31 HP (14.4 KW) @ 6000RPM
Fuel System carburetor
Ignition lucas magneto
Transmission Clutch: wet multiplate
Suspension Front: hydralic telescopic forks
Rear: twin shock
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Tire 3.25-19
Rear Tire 3.25-19
Wheelbase 54.76 inches (1391 mm)
Length 85.83 inches (2180 mm)
Weight 425.49 pounds (193.0 Kg) (dry),
Fuel Capacity 5.02 Gallon (19.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual

EngineEdit

The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 66.0mm bore x 72.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 497.0 cubic centimeters.

DriveEdit

Power was moderated via the wet multiplate.

ChassisEdit

It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 3.25-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a hydralic telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a twin shock. The A7 Shoting Star was fitted with a 5.02 Gallon (19.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 425.49 pounds (193.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 54.76 inches (1391 mm) long.