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The original [[BSA]] '''Gold Star'''.
The original [[BSA]] '''Gold Star'''.


The new Gold Star was based around BSA's OHV B-range of singles. The first version was the bench-tested, all-alloy 348cc engined B32, which used the [[marque]]'s [[plunger]] frame and which boasted a wide range of options - you could specify cams, [[compression ratio]], carb, cylinder head, exhaust, gearbox ratios, lighting, tires, electrical systems - you name it. The components were carefully selected from stock, and the bikes skilfully assembled by hand. The alloy head and barrel meant that the Gold Star was some 20lb lighter than its all-iron stablemates. As a Clubman's racer, the Gold Star proved to be fabulously successful, and it dominated the 350 class from 1949 to 1956.  
The new Gold Star was based around BSA's OHV B-range of singles. The first version was the bench-tested, all-alloy 348cc engined B32, which used the marque's [[plunger]] frame and which boasted a wide range of options - you could specify cams, [[compression ratio]], carb, cylinder head, exhaust, gearbox ratios, lighting, tires, electrical systems - you name it. The components were carefully selected from stock, and the bikes skilfully assembled by hand. The alloy head and barrel meant that the Gold Star was some 20lb lighter than its all-iron stablemates. As a Clubman's racer, the Gold Star proved to be fabulously successful, and it dominated the 350 class from 1949 to 1956.  


==See Also==
==See Also==
*[[BSA B34]]
*[[BSA B34]]
[[Category:BSA motorcycles|BSA Goldstar]]
[[Category:BSA motorcycles|BSA Goldstar]]
{{Motorcycle
|name            = BSA B32
|photo=bsa-b32-1950-1950-2.jpg
|aka              =
|manufacturer    = BSA
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1950
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = Classic
|engine          = air-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder, OHV
|bore_stroke      = 71.1mm x 71.1mm
|compression      = 6.5:1
|top_speed        =
|power            = 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 6000RPM
|torque          =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      =
|battery          =
|transmission    = Gear box: 4-speed, manual <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: multi-plate <br>
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: telescopic fork <br>
Rear: dual shocks, sprung seat
|brakes          =Front: drum <br>Rear: drum
|front_tire      = {{tire|3.25 x 19}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|3.5 x 19}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        =
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      =
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      = 175.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
The '''[[BSA]] B32''' was a air-cooled, four-stroke, single cylinder, OHV Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[BSA]] in 1950. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 6000 RPM. 
==Engine==
A 71.1mm [[bore]] x 71.1mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 348.0 cubic centimeters. 
==Drive==
The bike has a 4-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the multi-plate. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 3.25 x 19 front [[tire]] and a 3.5 x 19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via drum in the front and a drum in the rear. The front suspension was a  telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual shocks, sprung seat. The B32 was fitted with a 1.32 Gallon (5.00 Liters) fuel tank. 
==1950 BSA B32==
[[File:bsa-b32-1950-1950-2.jpg|600px|1950 BSA B32]]
[[File:bsa-b32-1950-1950-1.jpg|600px|1950 BSA B32]]
[[File:bsa-b32-1950-1950-0.jpg|600px|1950 BSA B32]]
The 1950 MY BSA B32 sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 348cc, single cylinder powerhouse paired to a four-speed manual transmission and can produce a claimed 22 horsepower at 6000 rpm. It also comes with features such as a telescopic front fork, dual shocks as a rear suspension, drum brakes in the front as well as in the rear, an analogue instrument panel, a chromed single exhaust system, a single sprung seat, a large headlight and a black steel frame.
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/moonwalkers#bsa-b32 Moonwalkers]
[[Category:Classic motorcycles]]
[[Category:BSA motorcycles]]
[[Category:1950s motorcycles]]

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