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Royal Enfield 248cc Model B

Royal Enfield 1935 248cc Model B

A general utility model which will appeal to those who prefer a side-valve machine.

Abridged Specification (see page 5).

ENGINE

248 c.c, single cylinder. Bore and stroke 64x77 m/m. Side valves, totally enclosed. Detachable cylinder head.

LUBRICATION

Royal Enfield dry-sump lubrication, oil container in crankcase.

CARBURETTOR

Twist grip control to throttle, handlebar lever control to air slide.

GEARBOX

Four-speed with hand control. Standard ratios: 6.6, 8.9, 11.8 and 19.2 to 1.

IGNITION AND LIGHTING SET

Lucas 6-volt Ignition and lighting set, with large capacity battery, Dynamo gear-driven from engine, control pane! in tank.

BRAKES

Internal expanding,, 5in, front and rear.

TYRES

Dunlop cord, 25 x 3in.

FINISH

Best quality black enamel. Bright parts chromium plated. Tank finished aluminium with green panels.

Model B. 248 c.c. Side-valve

INCLUDING ELECTRIC LIGHTING SET

Adapted from a catalogue available at Barnstormers NZ