Classic Motorcycles & The BSA Bantam Bible 2 Book Set

The book is the fruit of hands-on experience gained in the workshop as well as knowledge gleaned over years of consulting books, manufacturers’ manuals and specialist magazines by one of the leading technical journalists in the sector, Massimo Clarke. It is intended as an easy-to-read guide with clear, precise contents regarding the restoration of classic bikes, with attention being focused not on pre-war models but those from the 1960s and '70s, those on which we still work most frequently today.

All aspects of restoration are dealt with special reference to mechanical work on the engines and the chassis components, those which enthusiasts can do themselves in their own garages, using tools that are easy to find at reasonable costs. The book is enhanced by an in-depth examination of the reassembly of the crankcase and two chapters dedicated to the final drive and the spark plugs. A guide of fundamental importance for those who want to “get their hands dirty” around their classic bikes.

The BSA Bantam is one of the most numerous and popular classic British bikes. This heavily photographed guide outlines the full history of the bike, the impact it had on the history, and even gives insider information on what to look for when buying your own! You will get the full history of the BSA Bantam, including its dissemination after WWII, and the many faces it would have in different countries. You’ll also get expert advice on buying a BSA Bantam of your own. Buying a used motorcycle can be a tricky prospect, shop with confidence. There continues to be a thriving Bantam community to this day; this is their cultural history. A bike that was never the most glamorous or the fastest, but definitely one of the most loved.