AJS Model E1
AJS Model E1 | |
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Production | 1926 |
Class | Classic |
Engine | air-cooled, four-stroke, V-Twin, side valve, detachable head, aluminum pistons |
Bore / Stroke | 73.7mm x 73.7mm |
Transmission | Gear box: 3-speed, manual Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: rigid Rear: hardtail, sprung seat |
Brakes | Front: drum Rear: drum |
Front Tire | 700 x 80 mm |
Rear Tire | 700 x 80 mm |
Wheelbase | 57.01 inches (1448 mm) |
Weight | 143.0 kg (wet) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The AJS Model E1 was a air-cooled, four-stroke, V-Twin, side valve, detachable head, aluminum pistons Classic motorcycle produced by AJS in 1926.
Engine[edit | edit source]
A 73.7mm bore x 73.7mm stroke result in a displacement of just 799.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a 3-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual, cork inserts.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 700 x 80 mm front tire and a 700 x 80 mm rear tire. Stopping was achieved via drum in the front and a drum in the rear. The front suspension was a rigid while the rear was equiped with a hardtail, sprung seat. The wheelbase was 57.01 inches (1448 mm) long.
1926 AJS Model E1[edit | edit source]
The 1925 AJS Model E1 is one of the first V-twin motorcycles produced by the British brand, and was defined by features such as a hardtail rear suspension, a sprung rider seat and a sprung passenger seat, pull-back handlebars, laced wheels, a rigid front suspension, and a small headlight. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 799cc, V-Twin powerplant paired to a three-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 8 horsepower.