Matchless G2 /G2S / G2CS
Matchless G2/CS
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It was in 1958 that Associated Motorcycles announced the AJSModel 14 and Matchless G2, ostensibly a new range of unit construction 4-stroke250s; the market reacted unenthusiastically. The engine was bulky for thequarter litre class and, on closer examination, still used a separate gearbox,requiring manual adjustment of the primary chain. The fact the chassis employedsimilar components to the James & Francis Barnett lightweights also drew furtheradverse comment.
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Dane techniczne:
Make Model
Matchless G2 /G2S / G2CS
Year
1958 - 62
Engine
Singlecylinder 4 stroke
Capacity
248.5 cc/ 15.2 cub in.
Bore x Stroke
69.85 x 64.84mm
Cooling System
Air cooled
Compression Ratio
G2 / G2S:7.8:1G2CS: 10.5:1
Fuel System
G2 / G2S: Amalmonobloc 376/5 carburetorG2CS: Amal monobloc 376/276 carburetor
Lubrication
Dry sumpexternal tank
Engine Oil
Hot: SAE 50Cold: SAE 30Extreme cold:SAE 20
Oil Capacity
1.4 L / 3 USpints
Exhaust
Single
Starting
Kick
Clutch
Wetmulti-plate
Transmission
4-Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Chain Links
G2 / G2S: 123linksG2CS: 131 links
Internal GearRatios
1st 2.42 / 2nd 1.85 / 3rd 1.30 / 4th 1.0:1
Frame
Open tubularsteel frame closed at the bottom by a pressed-steel channel
Front Suspension
Telescopicfork
Rear Suspension
Swinging-armwith shocks and coil springs
Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Wheels
Steel wirespokes
Front Tyre
3.25 x 17 in.
Rear Tyre
3.25 x 17 in.
Wheelbase
1345 mm / 53in.
Ground Clearance
140 mm / 5.5in.
Seat Height
760 mm / 30in.
Dry Weight
148 kg / 325lbs