Matchless G-12: history, specs, pictures
The Matchless G12 was a twin, four-stroke sport motorcycle produced between 1958 and 1966. Claimed horsepower was 34.2 HP (25.5 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
EngineEdit
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke.
DriveEdit
The final drive was via chain.
ChassisEdit
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 with coil-over shocks. The bike weighed just 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg).
In MediaEdit
Matchless G-12 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Also called | G12 |
Production | 1958 - 1966 |
Engine | twin, four-stroke |
Horsepower | 34.2 HP (25.5 KW) @ 6500RPM |
Fuel System | carburetor. amal |
Transmission | Final Drive: chain |
Suspension | Front: telescopic Rear: swingarm with coil-over shocks |
Brakes | Front: expanding brake (drum brake) Rear: expanding brake (drum brake) |
Weight | 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg) (dry), |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Matchless G12 was a twin, four-stroke standard produced by Matchless between 1958 and 1966. Claimed horsepower was 34.2 HP (25.5 KW) @ 6500 RPM.
EngineEdit
The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke.
ChassisEdit
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 with coil-over shocks. The bike weighed just 396.83 pounds (180.0 Kg).