Post-war bike provides easy lightweight handling, good performance and easy to work on.
The BSA C10 range was introduced in 1938. The result of continuous development of the Model B, B1 and then the B20. Basically a Val Paige design it was aimed at the “Go to Work” market and maintained BSA’s reputation for producing simple, reliable, quality machines at a budget price.
The C10 side valve and its companion C11 models were continuously developed, gaining telescopic forks after the war. In 1954 The C1L was introduced. The “L” designation stood for “Lightweight”. Basically, the earlier drive train was shoe-horned into a Bantam frame. The result was a reasonably good power to weight ratio, a Bantam like feel without the two stroke engine complications of oil in the fuel and dodgy electrics.
A C10 L should be regarded more as a Bantam substitute rather then an underpowered C11. These provided reliable cheap transport to thousands of workers until the late 50’s when the C15 was introduced.
This example is an older restoration. There has been some paint deterioration but otherwise is in great condition. The previous owner indicated that it was a good runner but it will need to be recommissioned after a few years in storage.
Attractive example.
This motorcycle is located in our facility in Melbourne, for further information please contact Dave Hosking 0474 182 002 or Mason Hibbert 0455 191 035.
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