AJS Model 31: history, specs, pictures
The AJS Model 31 650 Swift was a air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by AJS in 1957. Claimed horsepower was 43.05 HP (32.1 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Manufacturer | AJS |
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Also called | 650 Swift |
Production | 1957 |
Class | Classic |
Engine | air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin cylinder, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder |
Bore / Stroke | 71.1mm x 71.1mm |
Compression ratio | 7.5:1 |
Horse Power | 43.05 HP (32.1 KW) @ 6000RPM |
Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed, manual Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: telescopic fork Rear: dual shocks |
Brakes | Front: drum Rear: drum |
Front Tire | 3.25 -19 |
Rear Tire | 3.50 -19 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
A 71.1mm bore x 71.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 646.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25 -19 front tire and a 3.50 -19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via drum in the front and a drum in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equiped with a dual shocks.
1957 - 1966 AJS Model 31 650
The 1957 AJS Model 31 650 has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 646cc, parallel twin powerhouse paired to a four-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 43 horsepower at 6000 rpm.
It comes standard with features such as a blacked-out frame, a suspension package composed of a front telescopic fork and dual shocks as a rear suspension, a dual seat, a chromed, dual exhaust system, laced wheels, full fenders, and a dual tone paint scheme.
Manufacturer | AJS |
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Also called | Model 31650 Swift, Model 31 650 Swift |
Production | 1959 - 1966 |
Class | Road |
Engine | twin, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 72.0mm x 79.3mm |
Horse Power | 30.71 HP (22.9 KW) @ 6000RPM |
Fuel system | carburettor |
Ignition type | magneto |
Battery | 7.5:1 |
Transmission | Gear box: 4-speed Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: hydraulic telescopic Rear: twin shock girling |
Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
Rear Tire | 3.25-19 |
Weight | 388.01 pounds (176.0 Kg) |
Fuel capacity | 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
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The AJS Model 31650 Swift was a twin, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by AJS between 1959 and 1966. Claimed horsepower was 30.71 HP (22.9 KW) @ 6000 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 72.0mm bore x 79.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 646.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).
Drive
The bike has a 4-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multiplate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 3.25-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a hydraulic telescopic while the rear was equipped with a twin shock girling. The Model 31650 Swift was fitted with a 4.23 Gallon (16.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 388.01 pounds (176.0 Kg).