BSA Goldstar 650: Mahindra Group-owned iconic motorcycle brand BSA on Thursday made its India debut by introducing the 652 cc Gold Star 650 model. It is priced at Rs 2.99 lakh in showrooms in Delhi. Birmingham Small Arms Company (BSA), one of the oldest motorcycle companies in the world, was acquired by Mahindra Group’s premium motorcycle branch Classic Legends in 2016. Classic Legends sells Jawa and Yezdi motorcycles in the country.
This bike is being sold in these countries
The BSA Gold Star 650 made a comeback in the UK in 2021, currently being sold in Europe, Turkey, New Zealand and the Philippines. Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra said on this occasion, “Bringing BSA to India is to share a part of world motorcycle history with India. The indomitable spirit of the brand BSA, built in the fire of war, is embodied in the new Gold Star.” The company said that the BSA brand will soon enter the markets of America, Australia and Japan. What are the features? The company has given a 4-valve, DOHC single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine of 652 cc capacity in the bike. It generates power of 45bhp and torque of 55Nm. It has a 5-speed gearbox. This bike is capable of running at a speed of 160 km/h. The bike has telescopic fork suspension in the front and twin shock absorbers in the rear. This bike is available for sale at the authorized dealership of the company and its booking has been started. This bike, which comes with a retro-modern design, competes directly with Royal Enfield’s Shotgun, whose price starts at Rs 3.59 lakh.
