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Royal Enfield 1927 Model 201

Royal Enfield 2.25 h.p. Standard Model 201 (Tax 30/-)

SPECIFICATION :

ENGINE. Royal Enfield Two-Stroke; bore and stroke 64 x 70 m/m.; capacity 226 c.c. Two exhaust ports. Roller bearings throughout.

LUBRICATION.-Oil mixed with petrol.

IGNITION.- High tension Magneto placed behind cylinder.

CARBURETTER. Special two lever type.

GEAR. -Royal Enfield two-speed. Handlebar - controlled clutch and kick-starter...

TRANSMISSION.- Roller chains. Patent Cush Drive in rear hub.

FINISH. Enamelled in Best Black Enamel. Tank artistically panelled and lined. Bright parts heavily plated.

WEIGHT.-Approx. 160 lbs.

FRAME.- Low and comfortable riding position. Aluminium footboards.

HANDLEBAR.-Touring or Sporting both adjustable.

BRAKES. Internal expanding. front and rear.

TYRES. Dunlop Cord 24 x 21 in.

MUDGUARDS. Strong and efficient.

CARRIER. Detachable carrier. By unfastening two nuts, the carrier and rear mudguard are lifted clear of the back wheel and tyre.

TOOL BAG. Strong leather, containing a complete set of tools.