The year was 1972. The last motorcycle to roll off the Birmingham production line was the rugged Thunderbolt. Designed to go past the end of the tarseal, it offered the best of both worlds. Fast forward some 53 years and the legendary name returns. With traction control, slip and assist clutch, inverted forks and three ABS modes, the 334cc BSA Thunderbolt also has an adjustable screen, turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth connectivity and USB-C charging as stock equipment. With upswept exhaust and a reinforced bashplate, the BSA Thunderbolt returns to its roots with a capable and fun bike for all roads, or even when there is no road.