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BSA Singles and Twins (1936-1954): repair manuals

A manual on your BSA Single or Twin (1936-1954)? Explore here our selection of service and repair manuals on these BSA motorcycles. They provide detailed instructions to solve technical problems yourself and to repair or replace parts.


The Book of the BSA (up to 1926) - Includes a 1927 Models Supplement - Clymer Manual Reprint

Floyd Clymer manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of BSA motorcycles up to 1926.

Versions:
- 2.49 HP Standard the Luxe
- 3.49 HP model L & Super
- 4.93 HP Standard
- 4.98 HP Standard & the Luxe
- 5.57 HP Light & the Luxe
- 7.70 HP V-Twin Light & the Luxe
- 9.86 HP V-Twin Light, the Luxe & Colonial
- 6, 7, 7a & 8 Sidecars
- Tradesman's Box Carrier
- Commercial Van Sidecar.

Includes supplement for the 1927 models, including the 493 cc Sloper.

  • This Clymer workshop manual for BSA motorcycles from the years up to 1927 contains complete technical specifications and detailed instructions for maintenance, repair and overhaul of all components: engine, carburettor, fuel system, ignition, clutch, gearbox, front fork, rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and lighting.
  • Reprint of the Clymer Motorcyclist's Library / Pitman Ltd edition from 1926/1927.
Author:F.J. Camm
Specs:130 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 0.7 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.28 in, paperback
Illustrations:50 b&w photographs and drawings
Publisher:Pitman / Clymer / VelocePress (USA, 2017)
Series:Floyd Clymer Manual Reprint
EAN:9781588501790
Book: The Book of the BSA (up to 1926) - Includes a 1927 Models Supplement - Clymer Manual Reprint

The Book of the BSA (up to 1926) - Includes a 1927 Models Supplement

Language: English

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The Book of the BSA (up to 1930) - Clymer Manual Reprint

Floyd Clymer manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of BSA Singles and V-Twins until production year 1930, with overhead valves and sidevalves.

Versions:
- A-Series (1.74 HP)
- B-Series (2.49 HP)
- L-Series (3.49 HP)
- S-Series (4.93 HP)
- H-Series (5.57 HP)
- E-Series (7.70 HP)
- G-Series (9.86 HP).

Also includes detailed data for BSA Sidecars (types 6, 6a, 7, 7c, 9, 9c, 14 & 15) and the BSA three-wheeler (9 HP, 1021 cc).

  • This Clymer workshop manual for BSA motorcycles from the years up to 1930 contains complete technical specifications and detailed instructions for maintenance, repair and overhaul of all components: engine, carburettor, fuel system, ignition, clutch, gearbox, front fork, rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and lighting.
  • Reprint of the Clymer Motorcyclist's Library / Pitman Ltd edition (4th edition, 1930.
Author:F.J. Camm
Specs:154 pages, 21.5 x 14 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 in, paperback
Illustrations:95 b&w photographs and drawings
Publisher:Veloce Press (USA, 2019)
Series:Floyd Clymer Manual Reprint
EAN:9781588502308
Book: The Book of the BSA (up to 1930) - Clymer Manual Reprint

The Book of the BSA (up to 1930)

Language: English

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The Book of the BSA (up to 1935) - Includes a 1936 Models Supplement - Clymer Manual Reprint

Floyd Clymer manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of the BSA motorcycles up to 1936:
- 1.49HP OHV X35-0
- 2.49HP SV B35-1
- 2.49HP OHV B35-2
- 2.49HP OHV De Luxe B35-3
- 3.48HP OHV De Luxe R35-4
- 3.48HP OHV Blue Star R35-5
- 4.99HP SV W35-6
- 4.99HP OHV W35-7
- 4.99HP OHV Blue Star W35-8
- 4.99HP OHV Special W35-9
- 5.95HP SV M35-10
- 5.95HP OHV M35-11
- 4.98HP OHV V- Twin J35-12
- 9.86HP SV V-Twin G35-14.

Motorcycles with sidecar:
- Special Sports 21-44
- Medium Tourer 21-20
- Large Tourer 21-40
- Launch 21-42
- Heavy Tourer 6B-6 & 6C-6 .

Describes also 6 different BSA Three Wheeler models.

  • This Clymer workshop manual for BSA motorcycles describes the models up to 1936, including the versions with Sloper engine (1927-1935).
  • It includes complete technical specifications and detailed instructions for maintenance, repair and overhaul of all components: engine, carburettor, fuel system, ignition, clutch, gearbox, front fork, rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and lighting.
  • Supplement with technical specifications for the 1936 models.
  • Reprint of the Clymer Motorcyclist's Library / Pitman Ltd edition (7th edition, 1935).
Author:F.J. Camm
Specs:166 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 0.9 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.35 in, paperback
Illustrations:96 b&w photographs and drawings
Publisher:Pitman / Clymer / VelocePress (USA, 2018)
Series:Floyd Clymer Manual Reprint
EAN:9781588501868
Book: The Book of the BSA (up to 1935) - Includes a 1936 Models Supplement - Clymer Manual Reprint

The Book of the BSA (up to 1935) - Includes a 1936 Models Supplement

Language: English

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The Book of the BSA (1936-1939) - 150, 250, 350, 500, 600, 750 & 1000 cc - OHV & SV Singles & V-twins - Clymer Manual Reprint

Floyd Clymer manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of BSA Singles and V-Twins from the years 1936-1939, with overhead valves and sidevalves.

Versions:
- 150 cc: X0
- 250 cc: B1, B2, B18, B20, B21, B22, C10, C11
- 350 cc: B23, B24, B25, B26, M19, R4, R5, R17, R19, R20
- 500 cc: J12, M20, M22, M23, M24, Q7, Q8, Q21, W6
- 600 cc: M10, M21
- 750 cc: Y13
- 1000 cc: G14.

  • This Clymer workshop manual for BSA Series B, C, G, J, M, Q, R, W, X and Y motorcycles contains complete technical specifications and detailed instructions for maintenance, repair and overhaul of all components: engine, carburettor, fuel system, ignition, clutch, gearbox, front fork, rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and lighting.
  • Reprint of the Clymer Motorcyclist's Library / Pitman Ltd edition (revised and updated version).
Author:W.C. Haycraft
Specs:98 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 0.6 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.24 in, paperback
Illustrations:54 b&w photographs and drawings
Publisher:Veloce Press (USA, 2020)
Series:Floyd Clymer Manual Reprint
EAN:9781588502315
Book: The Book of the BSA (1936-1939) - 150, 250, 350, 500, 600, 750 & 1000 cc - OHV & SV Singles & V-twins - Clymer Manual Reprint

The Book of the BSA (1936-1939) - 150, 250, 350, 500, 600, 750 & 1000 cc - OHV & SV Singles & V-twins

Language: English

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The Book of the BSA (1945-1959) - 250 cc, 350 cc, 500 cc & 600 cc OHV & SV Singles - Clymer Manual Reprint

Floyd Clymer manual (reprint) for maintenance and repair of BSA 250, 350, 500 and 600 cc single-cylinder motorcycles (with sidevalves and overhead valves) from the years 1945-1959.

Versions:
- B31, B32, B33, B34
- C10, C11, C11 De Luxe
- M20, M21 and M33.

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the BSA C10L, C11G, C12, C15 and Gold Star models from the years 1954-1959.

  • This Clymer workshop manual for BSA single-cylinder motorcycles from the years 1945-1959 contains complete technical specifications and detailed instructions for maintenance, repair and overhaul of all components: 250, 350, 500 and 600 cc engines, carburettor, fuel system, ignition, clutch, gearbox, front fork, rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and lighting.
  • Reprint of the Clymer Motorcyclist's Library / Pitman Ltd edition.
Author:W.C. Haycraft
Specs:156 pages, 21.5 x 14 x 0.8 cm / 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.31 in, paperback
Illustrations:97 photographs and drawings
Publisher:Veloce Press (USA, 2019)
Series:Floyd Clymer Manual Reprint
EAN:9781588502292
Book: The Book of the BSA (1945-1959) - 250 cc, 350 cc, 500 cc & 600 cc OHV & SV Singles - Clymer Manual Reprint

The Book of the BSA (1945-1959) - 250 cc, 350 cc, 500 cc & 600 cc OHV & SV Singles

Language: English

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The Book of 1930's British Motorcycle Gearboxes and Clutches

Floyd Clymer book for maintenance and repair of clutches and gearboxes of British motorcycles from the 1930s.
Many of these components were also used in the 1920s and 40s.

Described makes and types:
- Albion: 2-speed Model C / 3-speed Model G, J & E / 4-speed Model H gearboxes and clutches
- BSA: 3- & 4-speed Medium & Heavyweight gearboxes and Light, Medium & Heavyweight clutches
- Burman: 3- & 4-speed Model E, L, R, W, T, M, O & Q
- Douglas: 3-speed gearbox and A/31 & D/31 flywheel clutches
- New Hudson: gearbox and clutch
- Rudge: 4-speed gearbox and clutch
- Scott: 2- & 3-speed gearbox and clutch
- Sturmey Archer: 3-speed gearbox plus single spring, multi spring and shock absorber clutches
- Velocette: gearbox and clutches for both 2-stroke and OHC models.

Specs:118 pages, 21 x 15 x 0.6 cm / 8.25 x 5.9 x 0.24 in, paperback
Illustrations:112 b&w photographs and drawings
Publisher:Veloce Press (USA, 2018)
EAN:9781588501813
Book: The Book of 1930's British Motorcycle Gearboxes and Clutches

The Book of 1930's British Motorcycle Gearboxes and Clutches

Language: English

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Book of Maintenance and Repair of Lucas Electric Systems for 1950's-1970's British Motorcycles

Presenting a previously unpublished manual sourced from the Floyd Clymer archives, this compilation stands as a comprehensive guide to Lucas electric components for motorcycles. Drawing from original factory publications, it covers the working principles, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and testing of Lucas equipment utilized by major British motorcycle manufacturers including A.J.S., B.S.A., Matchless, Norton, Royal Enfield, and Triumph.

Included in the manual are maintenance instructions for "Electric Lighting and Ignition Equipment" and "Alternating Current Equipment," applicable to machines from the 1950s through the 1960s, as well as the "Motor Cycle Service Manual" for 1970s and later models. Encompassing the period from the early 1950s to the late 1970s, the compilation addresses component maintenance, repair, and testing for 6-volt and 12-volt, singles, twins, and triple-cylinder machines.

Furthermore, two catalogs on "Electric and Suspension Parts" for Lucas-equipped motorcycles from 1960 to 1977 are included. Serving as a valuable parts interchange reference, these catalogs provide Lucas part numbers by motorcycle manufacturer and model. With detailed text, diagrams, and wiring diagrams, this compilation is an invaluable resource for owners and restorers of Lucas-equipped motorcycles.

Author:Lucas Industries
Specs:202 pages, 27.5 x 21 x 1.1 cm / 10.8 x 8.25 x 0.43 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Veloce Press (USA, 2021)
EAN:9781588502414
Book: Book of Maintenance and Repair of Lucas Electric Systems for 1950's-1970's British Motorcycles

Book of Maintenance and Repair of Lucas Electric Systems for 1950's-1970's British Motorcycles

Language: English

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English | paperback | 87 p. | 1988

BSA Bantam - All Models (1948 onwards)

The Book of the BSA Bantam (1948 onwards) - All Models - D1, D3, D5, D7, D10, D14 & 175

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English | paperback | 134 p. | 2012

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Last update:27-03-2024