BSA Spitfire

The BSA Spitfire was a high-performance BSA motorcycle made from 1966 to 1968 in Mark II, Mark III and Mark IV forms. Announced at the Brighton motorcycle show in September 1965, it was based on the earlier BSA Lightning and gained power from 10.5:1 compression pistons and two large-bore Amal GP carburettors with velocity stacks. It was one of the first BSAs with 12-volt electrics and, at introduction, the fastest standard BSA ever produced and the fastest standard motorcycle tested by Motor Cycle, with a best run of 123 mph. The Mark II was supplied as a sports tourer with raised handlebar and a large dual seat, and the Spitfire was used by travelling marshals at the 1967 Isle of Man TT.