[{"id": 12741823, "authorName": "DaveD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daved/", "bidAmount": 650, "content": "$650 bid placed by DaveD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697663464, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12741793, "authorName": "DaveD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daved/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BaT ~ This 1967 BSA did not originally come with turn signals. Not until 1971 did a BSA or Triumph feature these. These are non-original aftermarket accessories (or from some later, non-BSA donor machine), as are the removed crashbars.\n\nThe handlebar is not a \"pull-back\" type, but the original \"Western\" bend that came with the BSA models destined for West Coast delivery.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1697663521, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12742053, "authorName": "MNberg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mnberg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BSA's are great bikes; fun to ride, great sounding, and simple to work on. This was my dream bike throughout high-school. I finally purchased one about 5 years ago. Best of luck to the seller.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1697664330, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12743857, "authorName": "katestulips", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/katestulips/", "bidAmount": 750, "content": "$750 bid placed by katestulips", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697682840, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12744321, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome to this auction! This is a sweet bike - well loved and respected by previous owners. I purchased because it is a solid machine with matching numbers and everything works! A joy to ride that creates smiles along the way. I imagined that I would ride it and enjoy it often, but the reality is that it sits in my garage much more than it gets exercised. So it\u2019s time to pass it on to the next lucky owner who can enjoy it to its fullest. I purchased it from a local retired veterinarian who was passionate about BSA motorcycles. The ride experience, the beauty, the British noise is outstanding. It\u2019s not perfect, but it is dang nice. Best of luck to the bidders and thank you for the recent comments. \r\nPlease use the Contact Seller button on the listing to contact me directly for any specific questions!\r\nBart", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1697695965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12744728, "authorName": "Wellington", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wellington/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That is one nice A65L. I purchased my \u201867 in Hamilton Ohio, Christmas of \u201867 and this is as correct as I have ever seen. Still have my machine, garaged with 10 thousand miles on it and the original Ohio title. Only three very small visual corrections could be made but you\u2019ll have to study the photos a long time to find them! Better than a Triumph Bonneville with the double frame tubes.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1697719154, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12744805, "authorName": "GaryRe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garyre/", "bidAmount": 888, "content": "$888 bid placed by GaryRe", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697720119, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12745716, "authorName": "2hecknback", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2hecknback/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like a nice example of a cool bike.\r\nMachine features the quick-detach rear wheel that allows removal of the tire/wheel without disturbing the brake and chain.\r\nFirst year of finned rocker cover.\r\nShould also have a K70 tire up front.\r\nI'd guess the gas tank capacity listed as 2.4 would be in Imperial gallons.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1697727858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12751519, "authorName": "sodoffyoutosser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sodoffyoutosser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It looks like someone removed some foam from the front of the seat.\r\nGreat looking bike. I like this tank/badge the best.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1697752608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12755240, "authorName": "Slinkert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slinkert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "White lettered Dunlop Qualifier looks good on a '67 Bezzer but when was it manufactured? Also is the rear wheel, 19\" or 18\"?\r\nLove the \"Acres of Chrome\", finned valve cover, and (finally) Concentric carbs on the '67s. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1697817217, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12759025, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@slinkert - I am physically away from the bike until tomorrow, Saturday. But I will get answers to your questions asap. Thanks for the comments/questions!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697833412, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12767610, "authorName": "Slinkert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slinkert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I believe the rear wheel is 18\". However someone may have changed it to 19\", in the 60's some people thought the 19\" rims provided better handling and traction.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1697925126, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12767716, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello Nate.\nHere is a link to my cold start video. https://youtube.com/shorts/iYJFMHc3xc8?si=URrBDNJEzYhU_t0I", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697926612, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12768201, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@slinkert. I posted pics of the rear 18\u201d tyre- all of the tyre data I could find. Will post more pics of the front tyre.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697933704, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12772211, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697999501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12772291, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1697999746, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12772411, "authorName": "Brandon998s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brandon998s/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by Brandon998s", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698000185, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12773535, "authorName": "Slinkert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slinkert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "1 kick start, woohoo! Surprised no one in the backround even looked when 650cc of twin cylinder Beezer thunder roared to life. I feel sorry for them . . .", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1698004892, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12773623, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@slinkert. Sometimes it takes two or three kicks. I guess she knew she was being watched.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698005520, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12773717, "authorName": "Surf43", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/surf43/", "bidAmount": 1550, "content": "$1,550 bid placed by Surf43", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698006940, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12774025, "authorName": "MDH47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdh47/", "bidAmount": 1700, "content": "$1,700 bid placed by MDH47", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698011740, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12774079, "authorName": "DaveD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daved/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@watkinbg ~ Usually, when they \"know they're being watched,\" they take the number of kicks in direct proportion to the number of people watching! My one-kick Gold Star, Matchless, Norton, or any other of my (typically) one-kick-wonders seem to get stage fright!\r\n\r\nI think it's like the wind knowing exactly when you're about to paint something with a rattle can outdoors...shake that can...wind picks up. Every time!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1698012397, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12774708, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "More pics per request for more info/data of front tyre.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698020857, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12775094, "authorName": "c2kid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c2kid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "you say in the text the turn signals were removed by the previous owner. i;m pretty sure 1967 bsa's didn't come with turn signals. i think they started in 1973. glwa", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1698026844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12775164, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@c2kid - yes, please see DaveD comment (1st comment of the auction) where DaveD explains that subject. I agree with the previous owner that the bike looks best when naked, but frankly I do miss the use of turn signals especially in city traffic. Anyways, I am including the guard bars and turn signal set and the new owner can decide whether to mount or store. Thanks for the comment!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698027505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12775184, "authorName": "DaveD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daved/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "While the Dunlop Qualifier tyre is acceptable on the front (although a Dunlop K70, rib, Avon Speedmaster Mk II, etc., would be more appropriate), raised white letters (on a classic bike of any make) is absolutely not. Easy fix\u2014just black-'em out with satin black spray paint. Easier than removing and discarding otherwise good rubber!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1698027953, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12776579, "authorName": "pilotxp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pilotxp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The only way to evaluate this bike for bidding/purchase is to hear a road ride with a couple of shifting sequences through all four gears and speeds up to at least 50mph. She sure sounds good but putting along a trail in first does not tell us much!! Is this machine not registered??", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698073270, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12776799, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pilotxp - I agree. There will be a 2nd riding video posted\u2026stay tuned. Thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698075156, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12777456, "authorName": "Surf43", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/surf43/", "bidAmount": 1950, "content": "$1,950 bid placed by Surf43", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698080102, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12783571, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698110301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12783623, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698110942, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12783676, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698111564, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12783978, "authorName": "Ecvere", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ecvere/", "bidAmount": 2050, "content": "$2,050 bid placed by Ecvere", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698116735, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12785237, "authorName": "pragmatic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pragmatic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Always liked that BSA had a single gasket for valves as opposed to Triumph's multiple leak sources.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1698157393, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12793690, "authorName": "MDH47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdh47/", "bidAmount": 2250, "content": "$2,250 bid placed by MDH47", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698215307, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12793765, "authorName": "Ecvere", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ecvere/", "bidAmount": 2350, "content": "$2,350 bid placed by Ecvere", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698225455, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12794129, "authorName": "edrichfai", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/edrichfai/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I like the white lettering on the tires....so many hours of my youth spent with a bottle of Testors white enamel and a small paintbrush......still smell it now LOL", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1698237943, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12794550, "authorName": "2hecknback", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2hecknback/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There is a kind of satisfaction one gets by kicking a beast like this to life that is not found anywhere else.\r\n@pragmatic BSA also has internal pushrod tubes, so no leaks there.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1698242439, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12794724, "authorName": "petown2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/petown2/", "bidAmount": 4300, "content": "$4,300 bid placed by petown2", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698244112, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12798074, "authorName": "5090et", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/5090et/", "bidAmount": 4400, "content": "$4,400 bid placed by 5090et", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698260621, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 12798395, "authorName": "5090et", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/5090et/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 10/25/23 for $4,400 to 5090et", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698261540, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 12798438, "authorName": "watkinbg (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watkinbg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to 5090et !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1698261662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12799460, "authorName": "phmr1966", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/phmr1966/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "seems pretty cheap? Don't know what they are worth but a nice bike for the price.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1698265315, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 12803257, "authorName": "2hecknback", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2hecknback/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BSA's continue to be the bargain Brit twin of the era.\r\nGood buy of a 60's flashbike.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1698327371, "type": "comment"}]