BSA Motorcycles has expanded its Gold Star 650 line up in India with two new special variants: the Brooklands Black Legacy Edition and the Birmingham Blue Edition. Furthermore it gets exclusive paintwork, custom badges, and refined cosmetic details in these new editions.
Design Highlights of the New Editions
- Brooklands Black Legacy Edition: Named after the iconic British race circuit where rider Wal Handley earned the original Gold Star badge in 1937. Features a deep black finish with gold pinstriping on chrome-finished fenders and a chrome-accented fuel tank, paired with a classic quilted seat.
- Birmingham Blue Edition: Pays homage to Birmingham, the birthplace of BSA (Birmingham Small Arms). Comes finished in a rich deep blue shade, featuring an exclusive patinated silver side-panel badge and a custom engine finish.
Key Specifications and Engine Performance
Both new variants are built on the proven Gold Star 650 platform:
- Engine: 652cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder “big single” engine.
- Power Output: 45 HP maximum power.
- Peak Torque: 55 Nm of torque.
- Hardware & Braking: Wire-spoke wheels, Brembo brakes, and dual-channel ABS come standard.
Variant-Wise Ex-Showroom Pricing (New Delhi)
The BSA Gold Star 650 lineup now starts at Rs 3,55,950 (ex-showroom New Delhi) across BSA dealerships nationwide:
- Birmingham Blue Edition: ₹3,55,950/-
- Brooklands Black Legacy Edition: ₹3,64,950/-
Ownership Assurance Program
BSA continues to back the Gold Star 650 range with its comprehensive ownership program across more than 450 sales and service touchpoints in India:
- Standard Warranty: 4-year / 50,000-km standard warranty.
- Extended Warranty: Options extending coverage up to 6 years.
- Roadside Assistance (RSA): Coverage available for up to 8 years.
- Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC): Up to 5 years of AMC with nationwide coverage.
Executive Quote
Anupam Thareja, Co-founder of Classic Legends, highlighted that the Gold Star represents the essence of a modern retro-roadster. He noted that while the Brooklands Black Legacy Edition honors the historic moment the bike earned its famous name, the Birmingham Blue offers a fresh, contemporary interpretation of the brand’s iconic roots for today’s riders.
My Thoughts
“It is really good see the BSA Gold Star 650 getting some much needed attention. The Brooklands Black and Birmingham Blue editions definitely look good as well and could be the final push needed to take the BSA ownership plunge. The 650cc big-single engine has always offered a unique ride experience and that is combined with an aggressive starting price under Rs 3.6 lakh and an industry-leading warranty package.”
— Avin Richards
