Overview
- BSA unveiled its first adventure motorcycle, the Thunderbolt, at EICMA in Milan as the brand’s fourth model since its revival.
- The liquid-cooled 334cc DOHC single produces about 29.2 bhp and roughly 29.6–29.9 Nm and is paired with a six-speed gearbox.
- Rider aids include traction control and dual-channel ABS with three settings—Road, Rain and Off-Road—plus Bluetooth navigation and USB charging.
- Hardware highlights are 21-/17-inch spoked wheels, USD forks with 200 mm travel, a 180 mm rear monoshock, a 15.5-litre tank, an 815 mm seat and a stated dry weight of about 185 kg.
- Built on a platform shared with the Yezdi Adventure, the bike is positioned against midweight ADVs such as Royal Enfield’s Himalayan 450, with a global launch targeted for mid-2026 and India expected shortly after.