BSA GOLD STAR 2002
Tonkin Tempest 500 Racer
Vehicle Description
Manton Specialists Cars are proud to present this very rear piece of machinery the SEELEY/BSA GOLD STAR TONKIN TEMPEST, Built by Steve Tonkin in 2003.
500cc ABSAF Gold Star DBD34 Engine installed into a Seeley MK3 replica frame built by Order Titchmarsh using Reynolds 531 tubing.
Tempest aluminium petrol tank with BSA logo/artwork.
Glass fibre side panels with Tokin Tempest logo/artwork.
The specification is as follows, Engine ABSAF [Dutch Built BSA Gold Star replica], engine number DBD34 ST001, Air cooled ohv two valve 4 stroke single cylinder, Bore and Stoke 85mmx88mm, Capacity 499cc, Compression ratio 9:1, Lubrication Dry Sump, Carburettor Amal GP 1.5inch [38mm], Transmission Tokin dry belt primary, chain final drive, Gearbox RRT2 Tonkin 5 speed-dry multi plate clutch, Frame Seeley mk111 replica by Rodger Titchmarsh using Reynolds M531 tubing, Frame number RMT MK3 190R ST001, Front suspension 35mm Ceriani Forks, Rear suspension Swinging arm with NJB shock absorbers, Front Brakes Lockheed 10” single disc with Grimeca master cylinder, Rear brakes SLS in a Triumph7”conical hub, Tyres: Avon Road-Riders F 90x90-18 R 100x90-18 ,Seat hight 29 ½ inch[750mm], Fuel capacity 4 UK gallons, Wheel centres 1430mm [56.5/16], Performance MAX 46@7200 rpm Top Speed [Adequate]
This bike is in a lovely condition and has covered miles, there is lots of history with the bike.
This is the ONLY motorcycle with the frame and engine number STOO1, the first [and subsequently the only] Seeley/Gold Star with the name Tonkin Tempest to emerge from this stable.
It is very well known and respected thoroughbred machine.
Maintained over this period to a very high level with no expense spared, this motorcycle has attracted a lot of interest and attention. It has aways demonstrated a very high capability and performance whilst commanding their respect and admiration of qualified observers.
Please contact Toyne on 07493 946389 for more information about this VERY RARE TONKIN TEMPEST.
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