Beschreibung:

The range of post-war BSA twins developed out of the plunger-sprung A7, and proved to be good sellers when they were updated in 1954, with a swinging-arm rear suspension on a stiffer frame and many strengthened components. One of the benefits of this re-design resulted in the production of more powerful variants including the much-prized A10 RR, or Road Rocket, originally an export-only model. To form this model, the twin had been heavily up-rated with new crankcases and crankshaft, as well as some expected tuning. A real looker, the Road Rocket boasts chrome guards, polished cases and a chrome-paneled tank. In what was virtually the Gold Star frame, the Rocket went as well as it looked. This model was succeeded by the Super Rocket in 1958. This machine was registered as a Road Rocket under XUP 810 on 12 December 1957. When the machine was purchased for restoration, the crankcases were smashed, probably the result of a lubrication failure, which was unknown at during a period of time in the faster BSA twins. After careful searching, a correct set was sourced and the original works were re-installed in them. The restoration of this Rocket has been done by a known private restorer of impeccable standards. It is to exactly original appearance incorporating current up-dates. The machine presented comes with a V5C, the original RF.60 log-book and photograph, the Road Rocket has current tax and MOT until January 2011 and is thus ready to go for the season.