The BSA Scrambler 650 will be available mid-September in the UK and EU, following a run of appearances at popular motorcycling events in both the UK and Europe and an official international launch event at the Bike Shed, London in July.
BSA’s newest model combines solid British engineering design, unique styling, and the practical features necessary for any modern-day rider. The bike, which is unlike anything the brand has released before, benefits from a high riding position, easy manoeuvrability, wide handlebars and low down torque for easy riding and efficiency, perfect for urban commutes and off-road adventures.
Featuring a liquid-cooled 652cc single cylinder engine which produces 45bhp at 6500rpm, the BSA Scrambler 650 is Euro 5+ compliant and equipped with industry leading Brembo brakes with dual channel ABS and grippy Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres. Described as rugged-looking, the newest BSA promises to turn heads with its three colourway options, yellow, grey and black.
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Historically, BSA Scramblers have be produced for off-road competitions, achieving notable successes that contributed to its legendary status. Key moments include the Junior Clubman race at the Isle of Man in the early 1950s, and the 1954 Daytona beach race where BSA riders dominated the top positions. Additionally, BSA’s Jeff Smith captured the FIM 500cc Motocross World Championships in 1964 and 1965, showcasing the brand’s prowess in competitive scrambler-type bikes.
BSA is a British-born heritage brand with a rich history spanning decades, brought back to life in 2016 with a promise to honour the storied heritage of the past whilst incorporating the innovative technology of the present day. It’s inaugural bike was a reimagining of the iconic BSA Goldstar, the BSA Goldstar 650, whilst the brand’s second model is the new BSA Bantam 350, described as an ‘entry-level’ bike for the masses.
The brand prides itself on producing bikes for all abilities, with riders only requiring an A2 licence to ride all of its models.
Anupam Thareja, Cofounder of Classic Legends Pvt Ltd, which owns BSA, said: “The BSA Scrambler 650 embodies the free spirit and sense of adventure that all our riders embrace when out on the road. It’s dynamic design and unique aesthetic ensures it is both eye-catching and innovative in its performance; we hope riders will be encouraged to ‘try something different’ with this bespoke bike.
“Functionality and style go hand in hand at BSA; we create beautifully crafted modern classics and want riders to feel confident and exhilarated every time. The BSA Scrambler 650 is exciting, accessible, and fit for everyday journeys through urban jungles or on wide open roads – it takes on any obstacle in its path with ease.”
The company, whose Birmingham roots trace back to 1861 when it was widely known as Birmingham Small Arms (BSA), was once the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer and an integral part of Great Britain’s industrial offering. Following its closure in the 1970s, the brand was brought back to life in 2016 thanks to Classic Legends Pvt Ltd., a subsidiary of global bike manufacturer The Mahindra Group.
The new BSA Scrambler 650 is scheduled to be available mid-September this year for £5,999 RRP; motorcyclists can register interest via the website: https://www.bsacompany.co.uk/bsa-scrambler/
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About BSA Motorcycles
BSA Company Ltd, trading as BSA Motorcycles, is a motorcycle manufacturer acquired in October 2016 by Classic Legends Pvt. Ltd, a subsidiary of the Mahindra Group. Their vision is to build motorcycles that retain the DNA of the original Birmingham-based BSA brand. In 2022 the brand launched the reimagined new BSA Goldstar, a model which encapsulated the spirit of the past with the technology of the present day. The company endeavours to introduce more modern versions of vintage classic bikes to a new generation.
In 2021, BSA Company Ltd was awarded a £4.6 million grant by the UK Government to develop zero-emission motorcycles as part of the low-carbon automotive initiative.
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Original post on modernclassicbikes.co.uk and published by Frank Duggan. Frank is the Founder and Editor of Modern Classic Motorcycle News, an independent motorcycle publication covering modern classic motorcycles, roadsters, scramblers, cruisers, electric motorcycles and the wider motorcycle industry.
