Matchless G3 SPECIFICATIONS, PRICE & IMAGES

Bike Features

Make Model:
Matchless G3

Year:
1962

Engine:
Single cylinder, four stroke, OHV

Capacity:
348 cc / 21.2 cub in.

Bore x Stroke:
74 x 81 mm

Cooling System:
Air cooled

Compression Ratio:
8.5:1

Lubrication:
Dry sump

Oil Capacity:
2.8 L / 5.9 US pints

Exhaust:
Single, chrome silencer

Fuel System:
Amal Monobloc carburetor, 1-1/8 in

Ignition :
Coil, Lucas alternator

Battery:
6V

Starting:
Kick

Clutch:
Wet, multi-plate

Transmission  :
4-Speed

Final Drive:
Chain

Maximum Power:
16.9 kW / 23 hp @ 6200 rpm

Frame:
Tubular cradle, twin downtubes

Front Suspension:
Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping

Rear Suspension:
Pivoted rear fork controlled by Girling 3-position
spring-and-hydraulic units

Front Brakes:
178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment

Rear Brakes:
178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment

Wheels:
Steel, laced wire spokes

Front Tyre:
3.25 x 19 in.

Rear Tyre:
3.50 x 19 in.

Wheelbase :
1436 mm / 56.5 in.

Ground Clearance :
165 mm / 6.5 in.

Seat Height:
775 mm / 30.5 in.

Wet Weight :
179 kg / 395 lbs

Fuel Capacity :
19.3 L / 5.1 US gal

Average Consumption :
3.3 L/100 km / 30 km/l / 71 US mpg

Top Speed:
129 km/h / 80 mph