Used 1957 BSA

Seller Description

1957 BSA Gold Star
DB34 500 Competition Scrambler
This 1957 BSA DB34 500 Gold Star Scrambler was purchased by
the seller twelve years ago from a San Mateo, CA-based collector. The seller has retained the motorcycle in his
collection since that time on a display-only basis. It was restored in the 1990’s by an unknown
restorer.
Powered by a 500cc OHV single mated to a 4-speed
transmission, the motorcycle has been rebuilt to stock specifications,
including new paint, refreshed chrome, and rebuilt mechanical systems.
Produced for 25 years in both 350cc and 500cc variants, Gold
Star’s were used primarily for sport riding and racing and dominated European
TT races. They became one of the best all-around
sports motorcycles in the world, with an amazing record of success on road,
track and trail. The Gold Star Scrambler
earned as many race wins as its Clubman brother and came to dominate racing in
the 1950s, partly because of the sheer power of the engine. It also won numerous road race, flat
track, and off road competitions in the US. As motocross works racers were required to
work in the factory on mid-week “off days”, upgrades and prototypical
improvements to the line were usually added to and tested on the Scrambles
bikes well in advance of similar changes to the other models. Thanks in part to this ongoing development activity
and the strong core of this great motorcycle design, the Gold Star ruled
supreme for the latter half of the 1950s in the scrambles and motocross fields
with riders like Jeff Smith, Brian Martin, Geoff Ward and Brian Stonebridge
winning regularly in the UK and in Europe.
This example has been restored in
its original Scrambler trim and, apart from the new and unique tank finish, is
as it would have appeared at a dealer of the time. The motorcycle features a gas tank
finished in basecoat/clear coat light blue and the paint, chrome, and upholstery
were renewed as part of the restoration. The chrome Dunlop rims wear a
combination of a 350x19 Nitto universal tread on the front and a 4.00x19 Avon
universal tread on the rear. Both tires are at best lightly used, but the Nitto
is showing signs of cracking. The wheels were rebuilt with stainless spokes and
duplicate the proper cross patterns front and rear. This unit also includes
rare and as-new tool box, inflator pump, correct controls and levers, and a
correct front number plate. Having been
stored in a coastal climate previously, there is some very light spotting on
the lower sides of the fenders and on some exposed surfaces. All rubber is correct and in place. The tank badges display slight cracking and
are believed to be the original items.
This motorcycle is being relisted after an ebay customeragreed to purchase the machine via the Buy-it-now feature but failed to contact the seller or complete the sale. Because of the difficultiescreated for the seller, the Buy-it-now price has been reduced.
The serial numbers for this Gold Star are CB 32.4239 (frame)
and DB34 GS752 (engine). This BSA Gold Star is offered on a Bill of Sale basis
but with evidence of title in the form of a copy of the California title given to the seller on his
purchase of it. Presently located in Calgary, Canada,
the seller may be able to assist with crating and suggests the following for information
on shipping and importation of the machine to the United States or elsewhere: https://quotes.borderbuddy.com; Cole
International USA Inc. [hidden information] or https://www.tfxinternational.com/free-quote.

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