Matchless Motorcycles


Matchless 1912 Model 2, 3hp V-Twin

Matchless 1912 Model No.2 3 h.p. Twin Lightweight

SPECIFICATION

ENGINE. - Latest pattern, 3 h.p., 60 x 76, M.O.I.V.

CARBURETTER. - Latest semi-automatic multiple jet.

IGNITION. - Special light Bosch magneto.

FRAME. - Latest low pattern, with flush joints, built of specially selected steel tube, incorporating our new tubular carrier and girder spring forks. Height of saddle from ground, 30 in.

TYRES. - Standard 26 x 2¼ in, Hutchinson non-skid, guaranteed, Other tyres at extra cost.

MUDGUARDS. - 3½ in. wide, fixed in a very rigid manner.

SILENCER. - " MATCHLESS " specially designed to suit this engine, with new type cut-out.

BELT. - 7/8in Shamrock Gloria.

PULLEY. - " MATCHLESS, " adjustable.

BRAKES. - Front rim brake, hand-applied, and powerful driving rim brake operated by foot pedal on separate stud.

SADDLE. - Large and comfortable to suit weight of rider.

CONTROL. - Carburetter, by levers on handle-bar. Ignition, by ratchet lever on side of tank. Valve lifter.

TANK. - Capacity, six quarts of petrol and three pints of lubricating oil. Fitted with gauge, drain cock, and combined sight feed force pump.

GEAR. - The standard gear is 5 to 1.

FINISH. - Enamelled grey, and fine-lined gold and green.

WEIGHT. - About 120 lbs.

PRICE. - 40 Guineas. This price includes toolbag, full kit of tools, carrier, and number plates.

Three-Speed gear and free engine, 10 Guineas extra.

Stands fitted to both wheels.