Can you ride the BSA Gold Star 650 on an A2 licence?

Yes, you can ride the BSA Gold Star 650 (2022 onwards) on an A2 motorbike licence. There is no restriction required, as the motorcycle is fully A2 licence compliant!

BSA Gold Star 650 (2022 onwards) motorcycle

BSA Gold Star 650 (2022 onwards)

The Gold Star 650 is a retro roadster made by the iconic British brand BSA. It features a classic old-school design and beautiful finish that gives the bike a premium feel and a lot of character.

The BSA Gold Star 650 comes with a 652cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine. It is a reliable and easy-to-ride motorcycle suitable for beginner riders. On top of that, it’s pretty affordable and fully A2 legal!

A2 Licence Compliance

The BSA Gold Star 650 is a 652cc A2-friendly bike. It has a power output of 34 kW (45 bhp), which is within the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. No restriction is required, as the bike is fully A2 licence compliant. (source: BSA Gold Star 650 specifications)

TitleSpec
ManufacturerBSA
CategoryClassic
Engine typeSingle Cylinder
Engine strokes4-Stroke
Engine size652cc
Power output34 kW
Torque output41 ft-lb
Top speed103 mph
Horsepower45 bhp
Weight213 kg
Seat height780 mm
Front tyre size100/90-18
Rear tyre size150/70-17
Fuel tank size12 litres
Fuel tank range186 miles
Fuel consumption 70.6 mpg
Oil capacity2.3 litres
Annual road tax£121
Price£5,500
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