BSA’s pre-unit twin twin was released in late 1946 for the ’47 model year, initially as the 495-cc A7. In 1950, the A7 500 was joined by its big brother — the 646-cc, A10 650.

BSA is meant to be the flagship range of products from Classic Legends but does the Gold Star 650 live up to expectations?

The BSA Gold Star 650 is built on a tubular steel frame with a dual-cradle design. Its suspension system includes a 41mm telescopic fork at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear.