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The '''[[AJS]] Model 8350''' is a single cylinder, [[four-stroke]] s[[port]] [[motorcycle]] produced between 1960 and 1963. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 20.52 HP (15.3 KW) @ 6250 [[RPM]].   
The '''[[AJS]] Model 8 350''' is a single cylinder, [[four-stroke]] s[[port]] [[motorcycle]] produced between 1960 and 1963. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 20.52 HP (15.3 KW) @ 6250 [[RPM]].   
 
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File:Ajs model 8 60 01.jpg|1960 AJS Model 8 in Light Blue
File:Ajs model 8 60 02.jpg|1960 AJS Model 8 in Light Blue
File:Ajs model 8 60 03.jpg|1960 AJS Model 8 in Light Blue
File:Ajs model 8 60 04.jpg|1960 AJS Model 8 in Light Blue
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==Engine==
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] single cylinder, four-stroke. A 72.0mm [[bore]] x 82.5mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 348.0 cubic [[centimeter]]s. The engine features a 7.5:1 [[[[compression ratio]]]].   
The engine was a [[air cooled]] single cylinder, four-stroke. A 72.0mm [[bore]] x 82.5mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 348.0 cubic [[centimeter]]s. The engine features a 7.5:1 [[[[compression ratio]]]].   
==Drive==
==Drive==
The [[final drive]] was via [[chain]]. Power was moderated via the wet multiplate.   
The [[final drive]] was via [[chain]]. Power was moderated via the wet multi plate.   
==Chassis==
==Chassis==
It [[cam]]e with a 3.25-18 front [[tire]] and a 3.25-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding [[b[[rake]]]] ([[drum brake]]) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a  telescopic while the rear was equiped with a swingarm-two shocks. The Model 8350 is fitted with a 3.3 Gallon (12.50 Liters) [[fuel tank]]. The bike weighs just 337.31 pounds (153.0 Kg). The [[wheel]]base is 52.95 [[inch]]es (1345 mm) long.   
It came with a 3.25-18 front [[tire]] and a 3.25-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding [[brake]] ([[drum brake]]) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a  telescopic while the rear was equipped with a swingarm-two shocks. The Model 8 350 is fitted with a 3.3 Gallon (12.50 Liters) [[fuel tank]]. The bike weighs just 337.31 pounds (153.0 Kg). The [[wheel]]base is 52.95 [[inch]]es (1345 mm) long.   
[[Category: AJS motorcycles]]
[[Category: AJS motorcycles]]
[[Category: 1960s motorcycles]]
[[Category: 1960s motorcycles]]
{{Motorcycle
|name            = AJS Model 8
|photo=ajs-model-8-1960-1962-0.jpg
|aka              = Model 8350, Model 8 350
|manufacturer    = AJS
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1960 - 1963
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = Classic
|engine          = single cylinder, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 72.0mm x 82.5mm
|compression      = 6.9:1
|top_speed        =
|power            = 20.52 HP (15.3 KW) @ 6250RPM
|torque          =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      =
|battery          =
|transmission    = Gear box: 4-speed, manual <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: wet multiplate <br>
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: telescopic <br>
Rear: swingarm-two shocks
|brakes          =Front: expanding [[brake]] (drum brake) <br>Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
|front_tire      = 3.25-18
|rear_tire    = 3.25-18
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 52.95 inches (1345 mm)
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      = 29.13 inches (740 mm)
|dry_weight      = 337.31 pounds (153.0 Kg)
|wet_weight      = 154.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 3.3 Gallon (12.50 Liters)
|oil_capacity    =
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
The '''[[AJS]] Model 8350''' was a single cylinder, [[four-stroke]] Classic [[motorcycle]] produced by [[AJS]] between 1960 and 1963. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 20.52 HP (15.3 KW) @ 6250 RPM. 
==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] single cylinder, four-stroke. A 72.0mm [[bore]] x 82.5mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 348.0 cubic centimeters. 
==Drive==
The bike has a 4-speed, manual transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multiplate. 
==Chassis==
It came with a 3.25-18 front [[tire]] and a 3.25-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a  telescopic while the rear was equiped with a swingarm-two shocks. The Model 8350 was fitted with a 3.3 Gallon (12.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 337.31 pounds (153.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 52.95 inches (1345 mm) long. 
==1960 - 1962 AJS Model 8 350==
[[File:ajs-model-8-1960-1962-0.jpg|600px|1960 - 1962 AJS Model 8 350]]
The 1960 AJS Model 8 350 has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 347cc, single cylinder powerplant mated to a four-speed manual transmission, and can produce a claimed 21 horsepower at 6250 rpm. It also boasts standard features such as laced wheels, full fenders, a dual seat, a single, chromed exhaust system, a large headlight, a cartridge fork as a front suspension coupled to dual rear shocks, a drum braking system, a 12-liter (3.3-gallon) fuel tank, and mid-mounted foot pegs.
[[Category:Classic motorcycles]]
[[Category:AJS motorcycles]]
[[Category:1960s motorcycles]]
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