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Matchless 1935 Model 35/CS. 4.95 H.P.

MODEL 35/CS. 4.95 H.P. £57 . 15 . 0

SPECIFICATION

ENGINE,. Overhead-valve two-part engine with roller bearing, overhead valve gear mechanically lubricated from engine. " Lo-ex piston, double-camshaft timing gear, decompressor, heavy flywheels to ensure smooth running. Bore 85.5 mm. Stroke 85.5 mm. Capacity 495 c.c.

LUBRICATION. Full dry sump system with fabric oil filter, as described on page 4.

GEARBOX. Pivot-mounted heavyweight four-speed gearbox with hand control or positive stop foot control at option.

TRANSMISSION. Oil-bath front chain-case. Rear chain protected by effective guard with back panel. Shock absorber on engine shaft.

EXHAUST SYSTEM, Large diameter twin exhaust pipes with tubular silencers. High competition, or low exhaust pipes (as Illustrated), at option.

STANDS. Spring-up centre stand and separate front wheel stand.

TANKS. Petrol tank capacity 2 ½ gallons. Separate oil tank ; capacity 4 pints.

SPRING FORKS. Wide heavyweight forks with finger-adjusted shock absorbers and steering damper.

WHEELS. With all-steel hubs mounted on taper roller bearings, chromium-placed wheel rims Rear wheel quickly detachable without disturbing chain or brake adjustment.

BRAKES, Rear brake drum of chromidium* alloy formed in one with chain sprocket, Chromidium front brake drum with cooling fins.

MUDGUARDS. Deep section, finished black with gold lines. Rear guard quickly detachable for tyre repairs.

SADDLE, Large Lycett "Aero" spring seat.

TYRES. 26 in. x 3.25 in. Cord.

LUGGAGE CARRIER. Detachable luggage carrier, 15/- extra.

FINISH, Black and chromium with gold line and embossed "M" on tank.

Model 15/CS, complete with Magdyno electric lighting and electric horn. Price. £57 15 0

Model 15/CS "DE LUXE" with chromium-edged mudguards and fitted with Magdyno electric lighting with large head - lamp, electric horn, speedometer. air filter, oil indicator, ignition switch and illuminated instrument panel above handlebars ... Price £61 10 0

When ordering this model please specify clearly whether high or low exhaust pipes and hand or foot gear change are required.

*Chromidium cast iron - trademarked.