by Seaforth Highlander Thu Jan 19, 2012 8:45 pm
By the way, if the BSA airborne bicycle owners could send me their serial numbers (stamped on right side of frame below where the rear axle pokes out e.g. R12345) and whether there are two thin tubes between the seat and pedals - i.e. first model or one fat tube - second model. I have a database registers with thousands of military jeeps and lots of Welbikes, BSA airborne bicycles etc.
Other items of research interest:
What model seat (usually the BSA Model 40). Some have a metal plate on rear saying B.S.A.
Are tires WAR GRADE marked and if so, what maker's names? e.g. Dunlop, Michelin
If you search the Internet you will find my web site with lots of photos on the BSA Airborne Bicycles.
The one shown at the start of this thread is a second model. BSA airborne bicycles were sold surplus in Canada and the USA for about $10 each - MANY years ago, so they can turn up anywhere in North America and indeed they turn up all over the World!
Colin Stevens (can't post my email address yet due to forum rules)