1953 AJS Model 18S
1953 AJS Model 18C
1953 AJS MODEL 18 BACKGROUND
Since AMC owned both brands, the AJS Model 18 is almost mechanically identical to the Matchless G80. Besides styling, the only real difference between the two is that AJS mounted it’s magneto in front of the cylinder, and Matchless mounted theirs behind. Both were produced from 1945 through 1966.
1953 AJS Model 18 SPECIFICATIONS
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Engine type Displacement Bore & Stroke Compression ratio Carburetor Magneto (ignition) Dynamo (charging) Electrical system Engine output Wheelbase Steering Head angle Tire size, F/R |
Air-cooled OHV single 498cc / 30.0ci 82.5mm X 93mm 6.0:1 Amal 1-3/32″ Lucas N1, chain-driven Lucas E3N 6 volt, positive ground 28hp @ 5600rpm 54.0″ 63-1/4 degrees 3.25 X 19 / 3.50 X 19 |