1924 BSA 249cc Model B 'Round Tank'
Registration no. PD 302
Frame no. B2638
Engine no. B2614
A top-selling model for BSA in the 1920s, the versatile Model B, or 'Round Tank', was used by just about every tradesman whose job required cheap personal transport. Popular with learners - the fact that the gearbox had only two speeds and that both brakes operated on the rear wheel were attributes guaranteed to re-assure novices - the reliable 250 sidevalve provided many with their first motorcycling experience. Advanced features, for a lightweight, included all-chain drive and pumped lubrication, though the traditional sight feed and auxiliary hand pump were retained. A three-speed version - identifiable by its black tank - was added for 1926 and then the following year a wedge-shaped tank replaced the much-loved original.

This rare survivor appears to be in highly original condition. The tank has been repainted at some point but clearly a very long time ago. Remains of the original nickel plate can still be seen and even the tyres appear to be of the period. The old-style continuation logbook dating from 1950 states the approximate date of first registration was 4th June 1924, and records taxation until 1956. The BSA was registered to a Mr Waveral Blake of Oxted, Surrey. Offered with a 1958 tax disc, BMS parts list, and a V5C.
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