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BSA Scrambler Concept Revealed At Motorcycle Live

BSA has revealed a beautifully-built scrambler-style concept motorcycle at the Motorcycle Live Show 2022.

BSA showcased the Scrambler concept bike alongside the BSA Gold Star at Birmingham.
The Scrambler is equipped with a 652cc single engine.

The BSA Scrambler features long-travel suspension, off-road-ready tires, and a stealthy paint job with a #28 side plate.

At the heart of the concept sits an all-new 652cc single-cylinder engine. Unfortunately, BSA did not disclose the engine’s detailed information at the time.

From the photos, we can see the bike is also fitted with wide handlebars, a tall front fender, a retro-style fuel tank and wired-spoke wheels at the front and rear.

There is also a single-disc brake setup with a dual-exit exhaust system and dual-shock absorbers.

According to reports, there are no official words regarding the BSA Scrambler’s availability despite the bike already looking ready for production.

BSA Motorcycles New Gold Star 650 Breaks Cover At Motorcycle Live

The Motorcycle Live 2021 event witness the revived BSA Motorcycles unveiling a brand-new Gold Star 650.

The bike now features dual-overhead cam, single-cylinder engine and was proudly on display at the company’s booth,

According to Classic Legends CEO, Ashish Joshi, the new Gold Star 650 features a Euro5 compliant engine and is expected to roll out to dealers by spring 2022.

Despite no further details, Joshi confirmed that the Gold Star 650 is just the beginning of a long line of retro-style bikes it plans to produce in the near future.

However, while upcoming BSA motorcycles will retain the same design language of classic bikes but the company will incorporate modern technology and emission requirements.

Interestingly, reports suggest that the Mahindra-owned company will also venture into the possibility of developing electric motorcycles.

Semudah Manakah Untuk Membuatkan Motosikal BMW R 1200 GS Seberat 274kg Ini ‘Terbang’?

Sewaktu pertunjukan Motorcycle Live 2017 baru-baru ini di United Kingdom, BMW Motorrad telah memperagakan motosikal BMW R 1200 GS terbaru mereka dengan melakukan lompatan di tengah-tengah dewan berkenaan.
Dengan berat sebanyak 274kg diisi penuh bahanapi, penunggang ‘off-road’ yang mengemudi motosikal itu membuatkannya tampak mudah dalam ruangan yang kecil itu, di mana menunggang motosikal biasa sekalipun sudah cukup sukar.
Aturcara BMW GS Experience sewaktu pertunjukan motosikal terbesar di UK itu diatur bagi menonjolkan kebolehan motosikal BMW Motorrad sama ada di atas jalan raya mahu pun tanah merah.

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How hard/easy is it to jump a 274kg BMW R 1200 GS?

During the recent Motorcycle Live 2017 show in the UK, BMW Motorrad showcased their BMW R 1200 GS by jumping it in the middle of the event hall.

Weighing in at 274kg fully loaded with fuel, the off-road rider made it look so easy in such a small space where riding a normal motorcycle would be tough.

The BMW GS Experience setup during the UK’s biggest motorcycle show was all about highlighting how capable BMW Motorrad bikes are both on and off the road.

During the recent Motorcycle Live 2017 aka “The UK’s biggest motorcycle show”, over 100,000 bike fans from around the world made their way up to Birmingham to check out the latest updates in the world of motorcycling. Out of all the manufacturers who took part, BMW Motorrad put on quite a show especially their indoor-outdoor setup. (more…)