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Royal Enfield 346cc Model C

Royal Enfield 346cc Model C 1935

A side-valve machine on which fast averages can be maintained with ease.

Abridged Specification (see page 5).

ENGINE

346 c.c, single cylinder. Bore and stroke 70x90 m/m. Side valves, totally enclosed. Detachable aluminium cylinder head.

LUBRICATION

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 : 6.2, 8.4, 11.1 and 18 to 1.

IGNITION AND LIGHTING SET

Lucas 6-volt Magdyno set, gear-driven from engine. Control panel in tank.

BRAKES

Internal expanding, front 5in., rear 6½ in.
TRANSMISSION Front chain totally enclosed in cast aluminium oilbath case.

TYRES

Dunlop cord, 25x3in

STANDS

Front and rear, latter of spring-up type.

FINISH

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

Model C. 346 c.c. Side-valve

INCLUDING ELECTRIC LIGHTING SET

Adapted from a catalogue available at Barnstormers NZ