AJS Model E1 1925 (1925)

The AJS Model E1/E2 is a vintage motorcycle from 1925, featuring a V-twin, side valve engine with a capacity of 799 cc. The engine has a detachable head and aluminium pistons, and is air-cooled with a total loss lubrication system. It comes equipped with a Binks carburetor and an enclosed Lucas magneto for the ignition. The bike has a 3-speed transmission with a chain final drive and a multi-plate clutch with cork inserts. The frame is made of heavy gauge tubing with steel panelling, and the bike has both front and rear drum brakes. The wheels are interchangeable and are fitted with Dunlop Cord Heavy Non-skid tyres. The bike has a wheelbase of 1448 mm and a ground clearance of 127 mm. The dry weight of the bike is 143 kg, and it has a fuel capacity of 10.2 litres. The estimated top speed of the bike is 80 km/h, and it is available in black enamel.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: AJS Model E1 / E2

Year: 1925

Engine: V-twin, side valve, detachable head, aluminium pistons

Capacity: 799 cc / 48.8 cub in

Bore x Stroke: 74 x 93 mm

Cooling System: Air cooled

Lubrication: Total loss lubrication system with hand pump (Pelgrin mechanical pump optional)

Oil Capacity: 1.1 L / 1.2 US gt

Exhaust: 2-into-1

Induction: Binks carburetor

Ignition: Enclosed Lucas magneto, handlebar control

Starting: Kick

Max Power: 5.96 kW / 7.99 hp

Clutch: Multi plate with cork inserts

Transmission: 3-Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Gear Ratio: 1st 16.0 / 2nd 9.0 / 3rd 5.0:1

Frame: Heavy gauge tubing throughout, with steel panelling

Front Suspension: Rigid

Rear Suspension: Rigid, spring loaded saddle

Front Brakes: Internal expanding drum, operated by right foot pedal

Rear Brakes: Internal expanding drum, operated by left foot pedal

Wheels: Interchangeable

Front Tyre: 700 x 80 mm, Dunlop Cord Heavy Non-skid

Rear Tyre: 700 x 80 mm, Dunlop Cord Heavy Non-skid

Wheelbase: 1448 mm / 57 in

Ground Clearance: 127 mm / 5 in

Dry Weight: 143 kg / 316 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 10.2 L / 2.7 US gal

Top Speed (estimated): 80 km/h / 50 mph

Colours: Black enamel