Birmingham Small Arms (BSA) originally made weapons for the British Government before manufacturing automobiles. By 1907, BSA was producing motorcycles and bicycles in addition to automobiles. A groundbreaking moment arrived in 1929 when BSA unveiled its three-wheeler model and surpassed the popular three-wheel Morgan in both performance and sales.
Setting itself apart from the Morgan, the BSA three-wheeler embraced a front-wheel drive layout, which eliminated the notorious dirty chain between the front engine and the rear wheel. This strategic design choice distinguished the BSA as an innovative force. Noteworthy features such as a reverse gear and an electric starter further elevated its practicality and convenience.
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