BSA have created a machine that focuses on single cylinder simplicity and riding enjoyment. The Gold Star isn’t the fastest or best handling retro out there, but neither is it pretending to be.

The Gold Star is powered by a 652cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 45bhp and 55Nm of torque. Getting off the line can feel slightly slow at first, but get the BSA moving and ...

The Gold Star 650 is powered by a 652cc, 4-valve, DOHC, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine which puts out 45bhp at 6,500rpm and 55Nm torque at 4,000rpm. It comes paired with a five-speed gearbox.

Over the crest, where the team previously sported a star for each of its MLS Cup wins–five total –there’s now just one gold star. It’s part of an overall update in the jersey-star ...