retro Gold Star - will it make to to NZ

[pete376403]

This is pretty - I could quite happily see one in my gargre https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SH-SdsVManM

[Blackbird]

Thanks for that - didn't even know it existed. One of my riding partners when I was in my late teens had the genuine DBD34, complete with clip-ons. It was a complete bastard to start and tended to foul its plug when riding through town. However, on the open road, it was a dream to ride. I found this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtdOr0M3mRk which is exactly how I remember my mate whenever he tried to start it.

I was mentally prepared to not like the new version having been exposed to the original but after watching the video, I reckon that it could be a lot of fun.

[pete376403]

If they made the efi throttle body look like an Amal GP that would be even better
https://www.bsacompany.co.uk/?fbclid=IwAR2HwRaMdCUOtUh5zMl3F1b--QSV2kg-ly6SQc-qtnA4gUEc-cCtFZugXtM

[husaberg]

Shame re the first few bends in pipe. The seat is too shallow, the head makes it look like a RE , but the rest i really like.

[pete376403]

The "header pipe" is a cover for the real pipe that goes to and from a catalytic converter. And the radiator is too big, but its a start.

[Navy Boy]

The "header pipe" is a cover for the real pipe that goes to and from a catalytic converter. And the radiator is too big, but its a start.

Sadly these are an inevitable visual compromise for such machines if they wish to gain Euro 5 approval.

I agree that the pipe looks a little out of proportion but overall I rather like it. Pottering around the B-roads of the UK this would make a fine companion. How it'd work here in NZ remains to be seen but it's certainly worth a look. ;)

[husaberg]

The "header pipe" is a cover for the real pipe that goes to and from a catalytic converter. And the radiator is too big, but its a start.

No sorry its the shape where it leaves the port too straight for too long going down unlike a real clubmans goldie.
not swept back on true cafe style, I think they missed an opportunity as they could have also made the the disc look like bacon slicers.

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As i see it the seat is too flat and a but thin but the rest s pretty spot on.
Edit other than the lower plate and taillight thats ugly and not needed unless that is some sort of injury prevention requirements like ugly bi=umbers but as it on the rear i doubt it.
I'm impressed far better than what all the rest have tried Seymour or whoever did the 1990s yamaha BSA and that Harrs Matchless etc etc etc .....

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[Ginge09]

No doubt there will be a full range of bolt up extras and parts to satisfy those looking for more retro look. Triumph and Enfield did it.

[Yammy SR500]

No doubt there will be a full range of bolt up extras and parts to satisfy those looking for more retro look. Triumph and Enfield did it.





I'll stick to my Yamaha SR500 - it's not trying to be something old (it is old at a 1982) and with the reverse cone muffler, flat bars and fairing it looks Brit enough and is practical too.

[F5 Dave]

Why would you want a quality Yamaha to look like a shitty old brit bike? They were basic rubbish.