Post Sale Update: After 15 bids on eBay, this Firebird sold for $5,000.
The BSA Firebird was one of the best motorcycles from Birmingham Small Arms company, built just before the bike division went belly up in 1973. When the Firebird debuted in 1968, it was sold as a dual-sport, but models from 1970 on were ‘street scramblers’, which became popular at the time as scramblers were getting outclassed by purpose built MX machines in the dirt.
It featured the A65 engine, BSA’s first unit construction twin. This plus twin Amal carbs from the factory yielded 52 horsepower. This bike also featured the typical high scrambler pipes with a grill heat shield, and a drum brake that was impressively powerful for the time. For more on the Firebird, check out this article on Motorcycle Classics.
This example (VIN: a65f hd00472) shows 2,256 miles, however the speedo/odo was rebuilt in the past and true mileage is unknown. Still, it’s said to be ready to ride in decent cosmetic condition. There’s an appropriate amount of wear for a 45+ year old bike, but there’s some rot in the inside of the gas tank that you should note. The seller provides a photo for you to take a look.
Find this Firebird for sale in Dallas, Texas with bidding up to $1,225 and the reserve not yet met or a BIN of $5,500