I watched a few of this fellow's videos awhile back. I couldn't figure out how a 99 could be capable of such great acceleration.
A few years ago I rode a restored 99 and it was, to be kind, sedate. It made my BSA Super Rocket seem like a Rocket, possibly even a Super Rocket.
Anyway, after much prodding in the comments section, the owner finally showed us the bike. It is a 1957 99 with a 750 Commando engine in place. So an upgrade from a claimed 31 bhp to a claimed 58 bhp.
Judging by the sound, it is well tuned. I'm not sure if is a stock motor or not. I would guess that he has the gearing kept low from the strong sound on shifting.
Our weather is getting good again, above 50 f and dry.
Watching this video has me pining to get out there.
A few years ago I rode a restored 99 and it was, to be kind, sedate. It made my BSA Super Rocket seem like a Rocket, possibly even a Super Rocket.
Anyway, after much prodding in the comments section, the owner finally showed us the bike. It is a 1957 99 with a 750 Commando engine in place. So an upgrade from a claimed 31 bhp to a claimed 58 bhp.
Judging by the sound, it is well tuned. I'm not sure if is a stock motor or not. I would guess that he has the gearing kept low from the strong sound on shifting.
Our weather is getting good again, above 50 f and dry.
Watching this video has me pining to get out there.
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