Taking the 1954 BSA to Woodcote Steam Rally - 2023
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- This was the whole reason I started my bike journey; I wanted to ride one of my Dads bikes around a Rally that he attended and volunteered at every year.
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Just watching again. It's a lovely bike. Great vid. If you do the decompression thing it should be easy peasy and starting is something enjoyable. . Piston speed well up by the time it gets to comp and ignition. 👍🏻Cheers Charlie, from Charlie 😊
Bloody well done Charlie on getting the old Beeza up and running for the big day. You must be so proud. I bet there was a little robin somewhere there in the crowd watching you 😎
That's a lovely little bike Charlie, and one to be proud of. That looks to be a brilliant show down there, as I do enjoy a good Steam rally/gathering. Happy New Year btw. 👍😎
Brilliant! I'd been waiting to see your debut on this one! I bet you were proud to be riding it round that ring in his memory. Hopefully the odd road run or two in the spring/summer? That would be nice to see 👍
Happy new year Charlie.
What a cracking video to start with.
What a lovely little bike, you must be so proud with what you achieved, your dad would be the same.
Hope you feature the Beezer in some ride outs when the weather gets better.
All the best Les.
Just one word....Amazing. Thx for this video Charlie. Grts Danny
I had a BSA B31 as a kid, a hard tail. Free from someone’s back garden. Got it going and I used to ride it around The LBC clay pits as a 11 year old. Learnt my craft there passing my test at 16. Life long journey! 😊
Happy new year Cha , fettle fettle . making me think now , which shall i start on ?? 79 Guzzi T3 cali , 01 Guzzi 1100 Jackal , RD430 , Hmm! .Hope you take the bike to more shows , How was right side gear change ? ( good pharps by the way )
Did it really need a new battery? No values shown on the Volt meter.
@2,55 The headlight is on. Is there a keyed switch by the batt or does the switch on the nacelle distribute the elec. power, cos it later looks like the switch (which are prone to wear and poor contacting) needs a fiddle to work?
@4.17 Stamping on the gearlever, ouch!! Poor thing.
I'm a skeptical sod and get suspicious when work is filmed in the dark, speeded up like when the new batt is 'fitted' "l've done some things"
When Jeff had finished with it (pity that wasn't filmed)you said starting was very good with the previous batt.
There seemed to be some further work being done at the show....
However, your leg kicking technique is improving.😁
Good to see you riding a great piece of British history. To stop wet sumping talk to Polly Palmer of Britie (if he's still trading) to buy a non return valve. I've used one on my BSA 500cc A7 SS twin since the early 1990's and it works perfectly.
Also is the magneto timing correct? You should not have a very blue exhaust pipe like yours is looking. Sorry to be a 'nit picker' but it might be the reason it didn't want to start first or second kick.
Having been the fearful owner of a B33 500cc single can I first recommend a kick start rubber, when it comes back at you and it will the rubber does lessen the bruising. Secondly always wear boots with an instep and make sure the kick start pedal is firmly located there. I personally wear a pair of Hunter wellies not only for the continuous rain but also with a good insole it adds cushioning for the kickback. Anyway my dream bike wanted to kill me so eventually had to exchange for a 1969 Triumph Tiger that in comparison turned out to be a pussycat! Good luck and Happy New Year!
Secretly we all talk to our bikes ,Margo is the conversationalist I know 😅really enjoyed the video happy new year
Oh Wow x 10! This is going back to a time when motor bikes where proper bikes that where built to last a long time and not need replacing every three years. @10:44 who needs music on a video when you have a bike that sounds like that? Gotta love that sound. Wish you all a happy and prosperous new year.
What a fantastic achievement and a great looking show! 👍🏽
Brilliant video Charlie, those bikes going round the ring were the sounds of my youth. Passed my test in 1964 on a BSA C15.👍 A little tip..Always talk to any Beeza in a Brummie accent, it fools them into starting quicker...😆
I'll try the Brummie accent next time. 😂
Owned a c 11 g. Same colors 3spd trans . useless .old bsa are up for first gear. Wore it out. Valves would float at 50 m p h
well done nice bike thanks for the show proud day for you mum an dad looking in from above😍
Love this one. You make so many great videos but this one was one of the coolest.
What a great video Charlie really enjoyed it some thing to be proud of.
Well done Charlie your dad would have been so proud of you & it looked like a cracking day out for everyone , all the best for 2024 to you & your family , looking forward to your new adventures this year , so as always ride safe
Hi Charlie, if your not using the BSA very often the clutch plates will have a tendency to stick. before attempting to start the bike pull in the clutch lever & kick the bike over, this will free up the clutch plates. Then you can go for a fire up, if your lucky 1 or 2 kicks with the clutch pulled in should do it. If its been left for a long time it may take more kicks, just keep at it until you feel the plates free up ! Cheers, Gerry.
Thanks for the tip!
Wonderful video Charlie so pleased for ya!👍🏻
What a lovely heartwarming video.
Merry Christmas 🌹☕🏍️
Fantastic Charlie, what a honor
Well done Charlie. A real treat to see the past is alive and well and in good hands too! Thanks for posting. 👍👍.
Fantastic job. They can be moody frustrating little monsters can't they? But the love is unconditional....lol ❤❤❤
Very much so. 😊
Bloody Fantasic😊
Charlie excellent video.. My uncle worked at the BSA factory in Birmingham. Although he used to make me smile as his bike was a Ariel Square 4...😂..fantastic that you and family keep these historical bikes in working order.. Happy new year..
Love a square 4 ! 😊
They don't called him "Lucas the prince of darkness" for nothing. Great Bike. brings bring memories my first bike was a 650 BSA Lightning. From memory the headlamp was never much better than a candle anyway
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Happy New year Charlie ❤
The 1954 BSA looked absolutely amazing.
I went to a similar All Classic Vehicles Show in Greyabbey Co. Down Northern Ireland on my 2002 Honda cb 500s last August.
I love seeing all the classics and hearing all the great stories.
You did your dad proud 👏
Thank you. 😊
Nice bit of nostalgia for you there Charlie .Good to see the old girl & the B31 going round the ring your dad would have been proud.Can't beat a steam rally,, Loved the Whistle blow off, reminded me of the Great Dorset steam fair . All the best for 2024, looking forward to seeing your crazy adventures.Shame you did not win the Trophy, next year/ this year perhaps .
It was just nice to see it. 😊
Wonderful job getting the old BSA back into life and showing it. Obviously, a video made in the summer to bring light into the dark days of winter for us bikers.👍
Great video young lady, thanks.😊
Well done Charlie, you must be so proud, ( I could see you beaming with it) winning doesn't matter, it really is the taking part in this instance. Have a great 2024.
Thank you. 😊
Happy New Year Charlie. I really enjoyed your video. Your dad would have been so proud of you. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you 😊
Day 456 ! Brilliant stuff. Incidentally, I think we all talk to our bikes.
Glad it's not just me!
Looks like 2023 was a cracking year for you, Charlie. All the best for 2024!
Can't wait. 😊
Watching while getting ready for work, stopping to see your face when kicking over the bsa as I knew, as it would me, bring a Hugh smile 😊
Glad you enjoyed it 😄
Wonderful, living in Thailand as I do for over 20 years is great, but I do miss things like steam rallies, goodwood etc. fantastic to see all these enthusiasts doing their thing, brings back memories of my first trips to sea in the MN, the first ships were a mix of steam and a main engine diesel, yes I’m that old.😊😊😊😊😊
Love that! 😊
Nice touch at the end with your dad and you on the bikes 😊
I was thrilled to find a pic of us both in similar stances. Closest I'll get to riding with him. 😊
Splendid indeed. I very much enjoyed your sharing the rally. You are such a treasure.
Thank you kindly!😊
Good video but it's missing a few f words that go with British bike ownership. Also always put your helmet gloves and jacket on first, then its guaranteed not to start, particularly on a red hot day 😉
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Well done Charlie on the -5 camping im watching it , has I have a brew in my flat in Saudi Arabia lol. Totally cool what you do it will pop to cheader when i get back to the UK. Stay warm and safe 😎🤟
Bet Saudi is nice and warm!
another cracking vid charlie and you were so proud and rightly so thank you for sharing it
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Well done, you did a great job getting the bike to the rally, which looked great. When is the bike whisperer going to attempt to ride the Scott?
Oh Gosh, not brave enough for that little puppy yet! 🤣
He he, don’t we get spoilt having an electric start, the thrills and frustrations of kick starts never knowing when they will decide to start.😅😅
I certainly don't pray when I press the electric start!
Right on Charlie
Lovely old bike , your dad would be proud of what you’ve done , Happy New Year Charlie, all the best for 2024
Congratulations Charlie on the restoration of your Fathers bike it is good to keep memories alive.
Thank you kindly 😊
Well done, such a great way to honour your dad, he surely would be so proud of you.
I too used to go to the Woodcote Steam Rally every year!
I am a Wallingford lad and the Steam Rally was a really good day out 👍
I have lived up t’North for the past 25 years; the Woodcote Steam Fair and the Bell at Aldworth pub are the only two things that I miss!
Ah the Bell! What a great pub. ☺️
@@restdayrider Yes, many classic motorcycles used to congregate at the Bell. The Bell is still a place of pilgrimage when I occasionally pop down.
I seem to remember workshops in South Stoke (Perch and Pike pub ☺️) that had craftsmen restoring vintage motorcycles and cars. I visited a few times - Peter Bohanan (?) name comes to mind (hot air ballooning/James Bond films?) Good days 👍
Happy new year Charlie, have a good one and as always ride safe princess.😊
Thanks, you too! 😊
That Face at 3:51 mins.. priceless 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
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What a happy, feel-good video! Made me smile when you talked to the BSA in your garage like it's a petulant 2-year old. Also loved the various sounds of all those old machines tootling round the Ring at the Rally.
Looks a good event. At 30 deg myst have been a few weeks back!
July! 😏
FANtastic video it was great seeing those BSA's and YOU of course! Happy and Prosperous 2024!! 😎🥃
Brilliant, well done Lass.
What a great video and what an achievement in your dad’s memory too. You should be proud of that. 👍🏻
Excellent.
Brilliant!
AAAHHH The exclusevity off owning an old british bike ????????????? Well done charlie, but you need somebody to teach you about the Ammeter on the BSA, it is very helpful when searching for Electical gremlins!!! Happy new year!
Well done!
That is such a sweet piece of history there Charlie! Great tribute to your Dad.
The BSA will be 70 years old this year!
It will! 😊
Bonjours toujours une joie de vous voir surtout quand c'est parmi toutes ces belles machines anciennes 😇je profite des commentaires pour vous souhaiter une bonne année à vous et tous les motards qui vous suivent...que 2024 épargne vos cœurs et vous apporte que du bonheur...✌️de 🇨🇵
Merci Alain, always nice to hear from you. 😊
Hi Charlie love your videos but at my grand old age of 62 I love the BSA and the older bikes love that Ur keeping your dad's dream going loved the rally
Marvelous. Didn't know of this event. Thank you for sharing
I assume there is a decompression lever. Push kick start until you feel compression. Pull in decompression lever. Push down about quarter kick. Release lever. Kick start back to top then firm kick. All the singles are the same really. Also you get a better and safer kick standing alongside. Sorry if you know all this but I.m sure some of your mates are classic riders and will de.onstrate. Will start easier and better. Er.... in theory 😂 lovely bike, well done too. Dad hopefully watching from up there. 👍🏻
It does indeed have compression on the left bar, I was fettling it but can't see that on the video. 😊
My 350 matchless is easy 1st kick. Not a lot of compression so Don.t need to use it. 350 and 500 bullets I always used it. All different.
Wheeii the ultimate accolade there getting the old Beesa plodding again! The B31 were one of the best singles ever made to this day a good reliable ride to work bike and weekend runs as they were meant to be! Enjoy it charlie ride it 😊youre father will be with you 😊
Love the video like you I have my dad's Ariel Huntmaster and one of my highlights is to go to Malphas rally and riding it round the arena also going to bike nights every Thursday yes like you said it puts a smile on your face every time I take the old girl out its a keeper ride safe and enjoy all those memories.
That's great to hear! I'm showing my ignorance but didn't Ariel do the square 4?
@@restdayrider Yes Ariel did make a square 4.
Urhmmmmm Charlie, is this how you coax someone on a stretcher lol? Cam xx💐
One of your best yet Charlie,, dear old dad would be tickled to bits,, I thought you a winner even just holding your dads cup,, terrific show,, you have a great new year 🌹🇦🇺
Great work Charlie, your dad would be proud of you, keep up the great work, and happy 2024!
Happy New Year. I do love that BSA and was out on my A50 for a cold spin this morning. Thank you for a lovely video.
WOW , what a show 😀😀😀😀,thank you so much Charlie, loved it. Alex
We could see the pride on your face, good job getting it done.
Brilliant well done, Oh and Happy new year xx
Congratulations, I love the sound of all those bikes doing the laps together with a beautiful photo at the end, ❤
I'm glad you have been able to produce another video about your dad's bike, I remember you trying to learn about it and get it running some time ago. I can understand your pride and connection with your father as I have been through the same and ride one of my fathers old bikes. Well done, hope you are able to use it in 2024 and best of luck with your other bikes and your travels, maybe we can expect some interesting trips from you again this year. Best wishes Paul
There are some great trips planned. 😊
She's an absolutely gorgeous bike. Happy New Year to you! All the best for 2024
Welldone Charlie, that was Fantastic. I'm sure your Dad would have been very pleased indeed:)
Thank you Sandy. 😊
Dad would be so proud Charlie well done 🙏🙌👏
Awesome video Charlie ! Thank you for sharing that with us.
Fabulous! Thanks Charlie, and a happy new year to you 🙂
Brilliant,BONNE ANNÉE and happy biking for 2024🥰
Have a great new year keep up good work
Well done, I really enjoyed that.
That was cracking👍👍
Great little film! Congratulations all round- happy new year from Devon!
Same to you!
What a great day you had, a fitting tribute to your dad😊.
Cool bike at a cool event.
Fairdinkum effort, I don't even know you and yet i couldn't be happier that you got it going and made it to the rally. Keep smiling 😁
Thanks, will do! 😊
My God i certainly felt your pain when trying to start your dad's Beezer but absolutely admire and love your determination and of course the highlight of this episode was to see the look on your face as you paraded round the ring with mom there in honor of your dad on his old bike, awesome! Stay safe and keep smiling and as long as us bikers treat every other road user as a complete fool then we get to play another day.
Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Your father will be so proud 👏👏👏👍
Thank you Charlie for bringing us along with you. The tears just rolled when you hugged and kissed the BSA. My dad would not let us ride minibikes or motorcycle's so to imagine how that beautiful bike brought you close to your dad tears me up. TY.
Awe glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Your Dad would be proud of you Charlie
That's really great that you keep his bikes running like that. Very moving. And a great bike.
Thanks 👍
Thanks for spreading some sunshine over a grey, rainy New Years Day. :)
Any time!