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AJS 1929 M8 500cc

AJS 1929 Models

The A.J.S. 4.98 h.p. Overhead Camshaft Machine, Model M 10.

Engine fitted with Chain-driven Overhead Camshaft with patent Tensioning Device and Reaction Damper. Ball Bearings to Main Shafts and Timing Shafts. Narrow racing type mudguards. Tool Case carried on top of Tank.
Handlebars Semi type. Close Ratio Gear Box fitted as standard. Ratios. 4.6, 5.6, 9.2 to 1. Wide Ratio Gear Box Can be had if desired. Ratios, 4.6, 8.4, and 5.2 to l. Rear Wheel is fitted with specially Light Hub and Brake Drum. Wheel not Quick Detachable. No Carrier or Front Stand fitted. Weight 297lbs.
AJS 1929 Model M10 500cc OHC


The A.J.S. 9.96 h.p. De Luxe Machine, Model M1.

This model is supplied as standard with Lucas Magdyno Electric Lighting Set, complete with Head and Tail Lamps and Switch Box, also Electric Horn. Transmission is totally enclosed. Weight 385 lbs.

AJS 1929 Model M1


The A.J.S. 9.96 h.p. Standard Machine, Model M2.

On this model the Primary Chain is totally enclosed, but the top half only of the Rear Chain is covered. The standard equipment does not include Electric Lighting Set or Horn. Weight, 345 lbs.

AJS 1929 Model M2


The A.J.S. 3.49 h.p. De Luxe Touring Machine, Model M3

This model fitted with Touring Handlebars. and Cylindrical Front Silencer. Weight 264 lbs. Gear Ratios, 5.8, 9.7, 14.8 to 1

AJS 1929 Model M3


The A.J.S. 3.49 h.p. De Luxe Sporting Machine, Model M4.

This Model is fitted with Semi T. T. Handlebars and Footrests. Weight. 261 lbs. Gear Ratios, 5.8, 9.7, 14.8 to l.

AJS 1929 Model M4 349cc


The A.J.S. 3.49 h.p. Standard Sporting Machine, Model M 5.

This Model has Semi T.T. Handlebars and Footrests, but is not supplied with Speedometer or Steering Damper as standard. Weight. 253 lbs. Gear Ratios, 5.8. 9.7. 14.8 to 1.

AJS 1929 Model M5 350cc


The A.J.S. 3.49 h.p. Overhead Valve Machine, Model M 6.

TWO PORT EXHAUST.

Engine has Overhead Valves with enclosed Rocker Gear and Pushrods. Semi T.T. Handlebars, Footrests, and narrow racing type Mudguards. Twist Grip Carburettor Control. Close Ratio Gear Box is fitted as standard. Ratios. 5.8, 7.1, 10.9 to 1. Wide Ratio Gear Box can be had if desired. Weight 273 lbs.

AJS 1929 Model M6 350cc OHV


The A.J.S. 3.49 h.p. Overhead Camshaft Machine, Model M 7.

The special feature of this machine is a Chain-driven Overhead Camshaft with patent Tensioning Device and Reaction Damper. Ball Bearings are fitted to Main Shafts and Timing Shafts. Handlebars T.T. type. Twist Crip Carburettor Control. Footrests and narrow racing type Mudguards. Tool Case carried on top of Tank. Close Ratio Gear Box is fitted as standard. Ratios 5.5, 6.7. 10.3 to 1. Wide Ratio Gears can be had if desired. Rear Wheel fitted with specially Light Hub and Brake Drum. Wheel not Quick Detachable. No Carrier or Front Stand fitted. Weight. 260 lbs.

AJS 1929 Model M7 350cc OHC


The A.J.S. 4.98 h.p. Overhead Valve Machine, Model M 8.

(TWO PORT EXHAUST.)

The general specification is as on the opposite page with the following variations :- Engine fitted with Overhead Valves with enclosed Rocker Gear and Pushrods. Wide Ratio Gear Box is fitted as standard. Ratios, 4.6, 8.4, and 15.2 to l. Close Ratio Gear Box can be had if desired. Ratios. 4.7, 5.6, and 9.3 to l. Weight, 312 lbs.

AJS 1929 Model M8


The A.J.S. 4.98 h.p. De Luxe Touring Machine, Model M9.

Engine fitted with Side—Valves with enclosed operating mechanism. Wide Ratio Gear Box fitted as standard. Ratios. 4.9, 8.8, 16 to 1. Close Ratio Gear Box can be had if desired. Ratios, 4.9, 5.9, 9.6 to 1. Weight, 300 lbs.

Price £54 : 0 : 0

AJS 1929 Model M9 500cc Sidevalve


The A.J.S. 3.49 h.p. Overhead Valve Special Sports Machine, Model M R 6.

The general specification for this machine is as Model M6, except for the following alterations:- specially tuned, fitted with ball bearing main shafts. Two Pistons are supplied - low compression is standard for use with petrol and benzol, high compression for alcohol fuel. Tyres 26 X 2.375, front ribbed, rear studded. Tool Case carried on top of Tank. Close Ratio Gear Box is fitted as standard. Ratios, 5.52. 6.78. 10.38 to l. Rear Wheel fitted with specially Light Hub and Brake Drum. Wheel not Quick Detachable. No Carrier or Front Stand is fitted.

Price £62 : 0 : 0

AJS 1929 Model Model MR6


The A.J S. 4.98 h.p. Overhead Valve Special Sports Machine, Model M R 8.

The general specification for this machine as Model M8 with the following alterations :- Engine specially tuned, fitted with Ball Bearing Main Shafts. Two Pistons are supplied - low compression as standard use with Petrol and Benzol, high compression for alcohol fuel. Tyres 27 x 2.75, front ribbed, rear studded.

Tool Case carried on top Of Tank. Narrow racing type Mudguards. Close Ratio Gear Box fitted as standard. Ratios, 4.9, 5.6, 9.2 to l.

Rear fitted with Light Hub and Brake Drum. Wheel not Quick Detachable. No Carrier or Front Stand is fitted.

Price £ 72 : 0 : 0

AJS 1929 Model MR8