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James 1932 D4 350cc Sidevalve

THE FAMOUS JAMES No. D4 350 c.c. S.V. SPORTS DE-LUXE MODEL

The "James" No. D4 S.V. Sports De-Luxe Model is designed to meet the demand of the experienced motor-cyclist for a machine which includes all those features of advanced practice which have proved their reliability and efficiency. The engine is an improved 350 c.c., having ball and roller bearings throughout and an efficient and silent valve gear. The large diameter valves are made of a stainless alloy steel—the piston is made of a special aluminium alloy, which together with other unique features of construction employed is conducive to the production of a powerful and lively unit which may be relied upon to retain its tune over long periods of hard usage. A James design and manufactured job throughout.

SPECIFICATION

ENGINE

"James" design and manufacture, 73 x 83 mm., 349 c.c.

CARBURETTER

"Amal" two lever control.

LUBRICATION

Mechanical duplex pump, with adjustable sight

SILENCER

Efficient silencing, with large expansion chamber

GEAR BOX

Patent three-speed, with side tack control.

CLUTCH

Multi-plate shock absorber. Handlebar control.

TRANSMISSION

Roller chain.

BRAKES

Powerful internal expanding front and rear. Fabric lined. Front, hand controlled ; rear, by pedal.

FOOTRESTS

Adjustable .

STAND

Central prop stand, enabling front and rear wheels to be raised from the ground.

FRAME

"Baker" patented, duplex construction, built with best quality high carbon straight steel tubes.

FORK

" Baker" brazeless blades, well triangulated for strength, vertical spring suspension, with shock

HANDLEBAR

Adjustable sports type, with rubber grips.

WHEELS

25 in. well section rims, with heavy spokes.

TYRES

"Goodyear" 25 x 3 in. W.O.

MUDGUARDS

Wide car section, ribbed top.

TANK

Patent welded steel saddle type, large capacity, finished '* James " brown in two shades, neatly

SADDLE

Terry flexible seat.

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Maglita lighting set, large bead lamp, double dimmer and tail lamp.

GENERAL EQUIPMENT

Tool box, tool kit, tyre inflater, oil gun, horn and licence holder.

WEIGHT

Under 224 lbs.

FINISH

Brilliant black enamel on rustproofed surface, nickel chrome finish to bright parts. All details Cadmium rustless finish.

TAX

30/- per annum.

Price £41 : 0 : 0 Nett Cash, Ready for the Road

INCLUDING ELECTRIC LIGHTING AND FULL EQUIPMENT, see Specification.

Deferred Terms, including Insurance—Deposit £11 3 9 and 12 Monthly Payments of £3 0 6

Derived from a 1932 James catalogue posted to Early Motorcycle Literature

James 1932 Models