I have just watched your de cat video and have to say your bike looks fantastic. I didn’t realise you could do so much to improve them. Out the box for me the BSA looks bland. Everything is expensive when it’s a hobby unfortunately but it is our passion so worth every penny.
Thank you for your kind words. Definitely, everything is expensive. I've tried doing everything on a budget though. Have you watched my other vid , fitting all the changes 👍
A-A, This video of yours made this old pensioner smile. Another example of what is common nowadays. You get some instructions that say something like 'Just remove item x' or on your computer 'Navigate to the master file'. These little 'Just' instructions are designed to fool us into thinking a job will be complete in two shakes of a lambs tail, whereas nothing could be further from the truth ! I did enjoy accompanying you on your battle though. (Once one of those 'top-hat' washers had fallen out and rolled under my bench and into the rubbish, to hide away for several knee-scraping minutes ! I would have stuck them in place with Vaseline ). Until recently I owned a Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (having downsized from a R/E Interceptor 650). I loved that little Meteor. It encouraged a nice gentle style of riding (just as well with the limited power output !) cornered really well and was the most comfortable 'bike I've ever owned. However, my local R/E Dealership (In Chichester, Hampshire, and 20 miles from my home) ceased trading. There wasn't a viable alternative R/E Dealership within a reasonable distance for servicing etc, so I was forced to (reluctantly) bid the Meteor good-bye. Initially I changed to a Bonneville Speed Twin 900 last autumn, but I have arthritis starting to develop in my right hip (was that initiated by kick-starting 'thumpers' in my youth I wonder 🤔) and once the dryer weather arrived this year, I found on longer rides even the ergonomics of the Bonneville started to cause discomfort and spoilt riding pleasure. I'm embarrassed to admit to my current mount (but it's Japanese and looks (vaguely) like a Meteor. After just a couple of weeks of ownership I now know I've made an expensive mistake, and I don't want to keep the buzz-box, allbeit it WILL bimble quite well, but that's not the inbuilt character of the 'bike. I really miss the low-down rpm Torquey nature of my previous two mounts. The Gold Star is the only other 'bike in the market that has an outside chance of providing what I need from a 'bike from a 'comfort' perspective (other aspects are a definite YES). However, my nearest Dealership for a BSA is just a whisker over 40 miles away. OK for my (fair weather) riding, not an enjoyable prospect for a journey in the pouring rain to get a service though ! When the idea of a Gold Star came into my head, one aspect that troubled me (apart from dealership distance) was how established BSA Dealerships are. It would be just my luck to get a Goldie, and then the dealership decide that having the brand on their product list wasn't profitable enough for them to retain the franchise ! (You can tell I'm a pessimist by nature, expect the worst and get a nice surprise when things go well 😂). One last thing before I wave goodbye ... From another You Tube Vid ( random viewing some days ago so didn't note the poster's name) It said (and you may already know this) that the handbook (allegedly) says that when starting the Goldie, after turning on the ignition, and the clock needles have settled in their 'home' position, you should wait for the engine management light to go out before pressing the start button. Another source - Apparently getting management light problems is often caused by interrupting the ECU's initialisation process (the light going out indicates the process has completed) . This advice is separate from the light reset process you demo'd so well on your video. I loved the sound of your Goldie you treated us to in in your drive-by clips . 👋🏍💨... ... ... Glynn.
Thank you Glynn for your kind words. that was an interesting read. Dealers are a bit gappy at the moment, but, they are popping up everywhere now, so who knows, one might pop up nearer you. I recommend this BSA, but, it may be a little heavy for your problems. A test ride would satisfy that.. Good luck with whatever you settle for.👍
Nice video. The clock raisers are bang on what is needed. I hated the flat angle on my T120 clocks Flat battery can really mess up the ECU and pput it in sulk mode. Well done for sorting that out and showing to us what you did.
I like your video. I think the £160 is excellent value for money given the effort it takes to design and manufacturer the parts. Hope your new battery lasts a long time. Thanks for the upload
@@MotoTingle yes, they are quality made and make the bike look 100% better, so we'll worth the price. Sadly, that 2 nd battery in this video only lasted 2 weeks before the same thing happened. Pressed the starter and pop, battery blown. Took bike to dealers to check things, they said everything was good and fitted a third battery, it's been on for two months at the moment and all still good 🤞 thanks
Yuasa's aren't what they used to be, I had one on my BMW F800GT pack up after 3 yrs which isn't good. Motobatt AGM is the way to go for that bike. The Exide on my R80 is 20 yrs old and going strong. 👍 I would check your battery voltage before going out, at 2000 rpm and after a ride. Sounds like you could have a charging problem.@@awesomeappleby5923
Thanks, I really love the bike now it's changed a little bit more from that video, if you see my latest just for fun video, I've added cafe racer checks 😁👍
The engine, the power the bars and position of everything is just right. Clocks could be higher, yes. At 59 with bad wrists , shoulders and back, low bars is no longer an option. Fair play to you for going young and sporty.
Thanks, I've had sports bikes nearly all my life, so sort of a natural position to me, but, obviously, not forever ☹️. The higher bars will go back on in the future I suspect 👍
Thanks, really does make a difference to the looks. Unfortunately, because this bike is so new, no one has invented rear sets yet, so might have a go on winter designing my own.👍
I've just been on the Moore Speed website and the clock raisers are now out of stock, so they must be popular. The original Gold Star had upswept clocks, I'm surprised that BSA mounted the new clocks in the horizontal position.
If you contact them, they will let you know when they are back in stock. Think they only have a few (4 or 5) made at a time, maybe didn't think they would sell very well. But now I've highlighted them on this video, they might need to make a lot more. A lot of people said BSA should have supplied the bike with upright clocks like these in the first place.
Great video, ooh ace bars that takes me back. Showing my age now 71,still love my bikes . Two Kawasaki gpz 550 D1s, fantastic bikes. Your bike sounds nice.😊
Agreed, I put off buying them for months because I thought they were too dear. But gave in in the end, we need more people to copy them now, help get the price down 👍
I'd want a pair of rear-sets with those ace handlebars otherwise its an uncomfortable position to be in. Had an original DBD34 in the mid 60's, only for a few weeks until l took the engine, gearbox, and revcounter off it and put them in a featherbed frame ( after mods to the right hand down tube to except the oil pump) Some bike in its day, still got the photo's, but the bike is long gone.
great video, yes, these raisers do look really nice. A question, how did you fit the clock on the bike ? Where did you got the clock ? Is it held by glue or some adhesive or did you drill a hole? I have bought the bike in India 2 months and really happy with the bike. Although, a few negatives ( side panel lock, centre stand etc) but so much fun to ride.
Thanks, the clock was a cheap one off eBay. Only about £7 from china. Think this is similar eBay item number 387417196108 When you order, just let them know what colour face you want, white or black. Its an handlebar clock, but I just picked it out of the chrome holder it comes in,(you have to do this anyway, to change the battery when it's flat), then stuck it onto the headlight with number plate double sided tape 👍
Another good video and very well explained your battery issue, the bike is certainly looking the part now. I see on your front forks is the silver a wrap to simulate the old style forks? Keep it up.
Thanks for the nice feedback . It was you that got me started on this RUclips road with your early test rides last year on the gold star 😉👍 I think the price is too high, but they are excellent quality. Think when more start copying them, price should come down. Unless BSA change there CNC machine to put an angle on the original one 👍
At your age leaning forward on your bike😅respect man,i 'm 41 and sadly my schoulders and pols are in bad shape of working in construction for 22years😓i can only ride straight up
I've always had sports bikes, so had to put the ace bars on it, luckily I'm still fortunate to ride in this style at 64 , but sad to hear that you cannot anymore.👍
😂 that's funny, I would love a real Goldie, but, unfortunately, I don't have a clue how to start one or importantly, maintain one 😉 Clocks on mine do look better though, thanks 👍
Thanks for your advice, I said that to them. But on the last battery fitting, they said everything has been checked and all is perfect, so, only time will tell 🤞
According to BSA, not many have had this problem, but, I've heard quite a few tell me the same has happened to them. Sadly, this second battery only lasted 2 weeks before it blew. So dealer fitted a third battery, been on around 6 weeks, all ok up to now 👍
@@awesomeappleby5923 I noticed the battery only read 12.3 volts when you fitted it. A fully charged good battery should read 12.8 or thereabouts. If you turn your bike off after running it and then check the battery with a meter it should tead above 12.7. Check it out - if it doesn't I would tell the dealer it's not good enough.
Might fit one next year, there about £250 to £500 depending what you prefer. And not sure how loud a De Cat exhausts is, trying to find someone close , so I can have a good listen 👍
Agreed, pipe sweptback, and the silencer swept up, pair of rearsets to match the ace bars and you'd have a cracking retro Goldstar.... Silly l know, but the only thing stopping me buying one is that awfull radiator, I'm leaning more to the interceptor at the moment...
I thought the rad would be a problem to me, but, when you own the bike, it's got a lot of attractive features than you never notice it. Iv had 2 interceptors and this Gold Star is far superior in my view, good look in your choice👍@@gsxrinfrance5827
Thanks, yes, think that's my next purchase, a voltmeter. It's just killed a second battery, so now in the dealers, they are looking at the charging system 👍
You guys are world famous for complaining. You'd complain at the drop of a hat. Cables never need to be matched. What a lunatic concept. Tell your doctor your problems. Don't make up lies and misleading information for the world. You'll get reported to the authorities.
@@auldflyer yes, it's a shame Britain lost all the brand names to the Indians, but I suppose, same for Norton and Enfield. Luckily, we still own Triumph 🇬🇧👍
I have just watched your de cat video and have to say your bike looks fantastic. I didn’t realise you could do so much to improve them. Out the box for me the BSA looks bland.
Everything is expensive when it’s a hobby unfortunately but it is our passion so worth every penny.
Thank you for your kind words. Definitely, everything is expensive. I've tried doing everything on a budget though.
Have you watched my other vid , fitting all the changes
👍
A-A, This video of yours made this old pensioner smile. Another example of what is common nowadays. You get some instructions that say something like 'Just remove item x' or on your computer 'Navigate to the master file'. These little 'Just' instructions are designed to fool us into thinking a job will be complete in two shakes of a lambs tail, whereas nothing could be further from the truth ! I did enjoy accompanying you on your battle though. (Once one of those 'top-hat' washers had fallen out and rolled under my bench and into the rubbish, to hide away for several knee-scraping minutes ! I would have stuck them in place with Vaseline ). Until recently I owned a Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (having downsized from a R/E Interceptor 650). I loved that little Meteor. It encouraged a nice gentle style of riding (just as well with the limited power output !) cornered really well and was the most comfortable 'bike I've ever owned. However, my local R/E Dealership (In Chichester, Hampshire, and 20 miles from my home) ceased trading. There wasn't a viable alternative R/E Dealership within a reasonable distance for servicing etc, so I was forced to (reluctantly) bid the Meteor good-bye. Initially I changed to a Bonneville Speed Twin 900 last autumn, but I have arthritis starting to develop in my right hip (was that initiated by kick-starting 'thumpers' in my youth I wonder 🤔) and once the dryer weather arrived this year, I found on longer rides even the ergonomics of the Bonneville started to cause discomfort and spoilt riding pleasure. I'm embarrassed to admit to my current mount (but it's Japanese and looks (vaguely) like a Meteor. After just a couple of weeks of ownership I now know I've made an expensive mistake, and I don't want to keep the buzz-box, allbeit it WILL bimble quite well, but that's not the inbuilt character of the 'bike. I really miss the low-down rpm Torquey nature of my previous two mounts. The Gold Star is the only other 'bike in the market that has an outside chance of providing what I need from a 'bike from a 'comfort' perspective (other aspects are a definite YES). However, my nearest Dealership for a BSA is just a whisker over 40 miles away. OK for my (fair weather) riding, not an enjoyable prospect for a journey in the pouring rain to get a service though ! When the idea of a Gold Star came into my head, one aspect that troubled me (apart from dealership distance) was how established BSA Dealerships are. It would be just my luck to get a Goldie, and then the dealership decide that having the brand on their product list wasn't profitable enough for them to retain the franchise ! (You can tell I'm a pessimist by nature, expect the worst and get a nice surprise when things go well 😂). One last thing before I wave goodbye ... From another You Tube Vid ( random viewing some days ago so didn't note the poster's name) It said (and you may already know this) that the handbook (allegedly) says that when starting the Goldie, after turning on the ignition, and the clock needles have settled in their 'home' position, you should wait for the engine management light to go out before pressing the start button. Another source - Apparently getting management light problems is often caused by interrupting the ECU's initialisation process (the light going out indicates the process has completed) . This advice is separate from the light reset process you demo'd so well on your video. I loved the sound of your Goldie you treated us to in in your drive-by clips . 👋🏍💨... ... ... Glynn.
Thank you Glynn for your kind words.
that was an interesting read.
Dealers are a bit gappy at the moment, but, they are popping up everywhere now, so who knows, one might pop up nearer you.
I recommend this BSA, but, it may be a little heavy for your problems. A test ride would satisfy that..
Good luck with whatever you settle for.👍
Nice video. The clock raisers are bang on what is needed. I hated the flat angle on my T120 clocks Flat battery can really mess up the ECU and pput it in sulk mode. Well done for sorting that out and showing to us what you did.
@@brockett thanks, clocks have made the bike now 👍
I like your video. I think the £160 is excellent value for money given the effort it takes to design and manufacturer the parts. Hope your new battery lasts a long time. Thanks for the upload
@@MotoTingle yes, they are quality made and make the bike look 100% better, so we'll worth the price.
Sadly, that 2 nd battery in this video only lasted 2 weeks before the same thing happened. Pressed the starter and pop, battery blown.
Took bike to dealers to check things, they said everything was good and fitted a third battery, it's been on for two months at the moment and all still good 🤞 thanks
@@awesomeappleby5923 Keep us all updated on your BSA journey. Thanks for the videos and the time you take up upload them
@@MotoTingle 👍
Yuasa's aren't what they used to be, I had one on my BMW F800GT pack up after 3 yrs which isn't good. Motobatt AGM is the way to go for that bike. The Exide on my R80 is 20 yrs old and going strong. 👍
I would check your battery voltage before going out, at 2000 rpm and after a ride. Sounds like you could have a charging problem.@@awesomeappleby5923
Well that was worth a sub in my view! Looks great with the clock risers and the drop bars! Ps she sounds gorgeous!
Thanks, I really love the bike now
it's changed a little bit more from that video, if you see my latest just for fun video, I've added cafe racer checks 😁👍
Nice one. That's a much better angle for the clocks. Bike sounds mint too. No baffle I see.
No baffle and removed the middle baffle plate, just sounds more British now 👍
The engine, the power the bars and position of everything is just right. Clocks could be higher, yes. At 59 with bad wrists , shoulders and back, low bars is no longer an option. Fair play to you for going young and sporty.
Thanks, I've had sports bikes nearly all my life, so sort of a natural position to me, but, obviously, not forever ☹️. The higher bars will go back on in the future I suspect 👍
Looks great now. Lovely sound coming along the road there.
Thanks, the sound is as close as I can get to a real old British bike, I love it 👍
Bike looks good, especially the handlebar👍 oh Dolly is inquisitive
Thanks, I love the bars, dolly is very nosey until I start the bike up then she runs 😄👍
It looks so much better than standard, good job. If i get one i will definitely do the same mods. Maybe you could add some rear sets now?
Thanks, really does make a difference to the looks.
Unfortunately, because this bike is so new, no one has invented rear sets yet, so might have a go on winter designing my own.👍
I've just been on the Moore Speed website and the clock raisers are now out of stock, so they must be popular. The original Gold Star had upswept clocks, I'm surprised that BSA mounted the new clocks in the horizontal position.
If you contact them, they will let you know when they are back in stock.
Think they only have a few (4 or 5) made at a time, maybe didn't think they would sell very well.
But now I've highlighted them on this video, they might need to make a lot more.
A lot of people said BSA should have supplied the bike with upright clocks like these in the first place.
@@awesomeappleby5923 Thank you for your reply, I will contact Moore Speed about when they are going to get more stock of the clock risers.
I have my clock raiser bracket kit, I went for the polished lower cups, they look great.
Great video, ooh ace bars that takes me back. Showing my age now 71,still love my bikes . Two Kawasaki gpz 550 D1s, fantastic bikes. Your bike sounds nice.😊
Thanks, I'm a big Kawasaki fan at heart and loved the gpz range.
I took the baffle and the middle baffle plate out, to get it to sound like that 👍
£160 seemed a lot of money but turned out well worth it. They look much better.
Agreed, I put off buying them for months because I thought they were too dear.
But gave in in the end,
we need more people to copy them now, help get the price down 👍
26:23 looking at the mount angle of the clocks now I'd say BSA seriously should do it from stock 😊
Maybe they will eventually , and save us £160, and it would be very easy for them to make a slight angle change to the original design👍
@@awesomeappleby5923 yeah agreed , glad to see you got the battery issue sorted, that sort of thing ruins ya riding pleasure 😜👍🏻
I'd want a pair of rear-sets with those ace handlebars otherwise its an uncomfortable position to be in.
Had an original DBD34 in the mid 60's, only for a few weeks until l took the engine, gearbox, and revcounter off it and put them in a featherbed frame ( after mods to the right hand down tube to except the oil pump)
Some bike in its day, still got the photo's, but the bike is long gone.
I'd love rearsets, but sadly, no one makes them yet for this bike.
I might have a go in winter making my own 👍
great video, yes, these raisers do look really nice. A question, how did you fit the clock on the bike ? Where did you got the clock ? Is it held by glue or some adhesive or did you drill a hole? I have bought the bike in India 2 months and really happy with the bike. Although, a few negatives ( side panel lock, centre stand etc) but so much fun to ride.
Thanks,
the clock was a cheap one off eBay. Only about £7 from china.
Think this is similar eBay item number 387417196108
When you order, just let them know what colour face you want, white or black.
Its an handlebar clock, but I just picked it out of the chrome holder it comes in,(you have to do this anyway, to change the battery when it's flat), then stuck it onto the headlight with number plate double sided tape 👍
Another good video and very well explained your battery issue, the bike is certainly looking the part now. I see on your front forks is the silver a wrap to simulate the old style forks?
Keep it up.
Thanks Gordon, yes, I put the chrome wrap on the forks to emulate the DBD 34 as much as possible.. 👍
Excellent video 👍
Thanks for your kind words, feedback means a lot to me, 👍
those clocks really look smart now AA. £160 well spent.
Cheers, made a big difference when I'm riding it👍
Great stuff Grant, i think they look the part. Im on the fence because of the price but i think ill end up going for it... enjoyed the video. Cheers.
Thanks for the nice feedback .
It was you that got me started on this RUclips road with your early test rides last year on the gold star 😉👍
I think the price is too high, but they are excellent quality.
Think when more start copying them, price should come down.
Unless BSA change there CNC machine to put an angle on the original one 👍
At your age leaning forward on your bike😅respect man,i 'm 41 and sadly my schoulders and pols are in bad shape of working in construction for 22years😓i can only ride straight up
I've always had sports bikes, so had to put the ace bars on it, luckily I'm still fortunate to ride in this style at 64 , but sad to hear that you cannot anymore.👍
@@awesomeappleby5923 i like that style of bike and i'm happy that i can still ride😅😎you have a verry nice bike sir
Awesome! We'll done with this critical mod. Further mods that I would suggest include a DBD 34 frame and 500cc motor. The result? A real Gold Star!
😂 that's funny, I would love a real Goldie, but, unfortunately, I don't have a clue how to start one or importantly, maintain one 😉
Clocks on mine do look better though, thanks 👍
Brilliant 🤩
Thanks 👍
Watching your video have you thought that the bike has a parasitic bleed on the battery, 😢
Thanks for your advice, I said that to them.
But on the last battery fitting, they said everything has been checked and all is perfect, so, only time will tell 🤞
Lovely bike, I would do those clocks also, so much better, nice one
Thanks,it's made a massive improvement 👍
Funny, my BSA had the exact same battery failure about a month ago.
According to BSA, not many have had this problem, but, I've heard quite a few tell me the same has happened to them.
Sadly, this second battery only lasted 2 weeks before it blew.
So dealer fitted a third battery, been on around 6 weeks, all ok up to now 👍
@@awesomeappleby5923 I noticed the battery only read 12.3 volts when you fitted it. A fully charged good battery should read 12.8 or thereabouts. If you turn your bike off after running it and then check the battery with a meter it should tead above 12.7. Check it out - if it doesn't I would tell the dealer it's not good enough.
Best to check it the next morning actually, give it time of surface voltage to dissapear.
Sadly, that battery only lasted 2 weeks, dealer out a 3rd battery on, and up to now, everything is good 🤞
@@saraofnorthwalesthanks
I like the clocks as they were but that’s personal
Yes, I did like them flat but it's just me trying to make it look more like the real old DBD 34 👍
@@awesomeappleby5923 like the handlebars and shocks though, the change the bike in a positive way
modern bikes just like cars with all the electronics and ECU management systems rely on a good battery the clocks look good just like my BSA A10
I know, ECU is a right pain, Fault light always coming on.
I love the clocks, they do remind me of the older BSA's 👍
those clocks looks the dogs doo dars
Thanks, I love them now 👍
The Bike need a 'Sweptback'...
Might fit one next year, there about £250 to £500 depending what you prefer.
And not sure how loud a De Cat exhausts is, trying to find someone close , so I can have a good listen 👍
Agreed, pipe sweptback, and the silencer swept up, pair of rearsets to match the ace bars and you'd have a cracking retro Goldstar.... Silly l know, but the only thing stopping me buying one is that awfull radiator, I'm leaning more to the interceptor at the moment...
I thought the rad would be a problem to me, but, when you own the bike, it's got a lot of attractive features than you never notice it.
Iv had 2 interceptors and this Gold Star is far superior in my view, good look in your choice👍@@gsxrinfrance5827
Nice video, if i was you i would fit a voltmeter to your bike, they cost pennies.
Thanks, yes, think that's my next purchase, a voltmeter.
It's just killed a second battery, so now in the dealers, they are looking at the charging system 👍
You guys are world famous for complaining.
You'd complain at the drop of a hat.
Cables never need to be matched. What a lunatic concept.
Tell your doctor your problems.
Don't make up lies and misleading information for the world.
You'll get reported to the authorities.
Cool👍
You are being too kind. I'd have said 'tool'😂@@awesomeappleby5923
Why aren’t the clocks set up that way in the first place. Old English bikes always had these stupid laid flat clocks.?
Agreed, they were far too flat, the clocks are really nice looking and BSA hid them away.
BSA Gold Star in name only, no more than a pile of jiggly junk.....
@@auldflyer yes, it's a shame Britain lost all the brand names to the Indians, but I suppose, same for Norton and Enfield. Luckily, we still own Triumph 🇬🇧👍