In 1964 and ‘65 Jeff Smith rode a BSA Victor Scrambler to the 500cc Motocross World Championship. To capitalize on that success BSA launched 2 models for 1966 based on the bike – the Victor Grand Prix and the Victor Enduro. They followed in 1967 with a road model based on the bike called the Victor Roadster. By 1968 when it made it’s way to the US it was known as the Shooting Star.
Powered by a 441 cc (26.9 cid) air cooled, overhead valve, 4 stroke single the bike had a great power to weight ratio at 320 pounds. A 4 speed transmission and chain did a reliable job of transferring the power to the ground. 15 liters (3.96 gallons) of gasoline gave it a good range.
This bike is claimed to be an original survivor in Tucson, AZ. If you are interested in the bike, one thing to be aware of is the compression release. Stock compression on this thumper is 11:1 and you will need the CR to kick it.
If you wish to take a closer look at the bike you can find it here on Craigslist for $3,500.
One bit of BSA single trivia: Original film from the 1969 Woodstock Festival shows producer Michael Lang riding his Victor across the pasture where the gathering was held.