Matchless G2 / G2CS / G2S
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| Matchless G2 / G2CS / G2S | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1958 - 62 |
| Engine | Single cylinder, 4 stroke |
| Compression ratio | G2 / G2S: 7.8:1 G2CS: 10.5:1 |
| Fuel System | G2 / G2S: Amal monobloc 376/5 carburetor G2CS: Amal monobloc 376/276 carburetor |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Frame | Open, tubular steel frame, closed at the bottom by a pressed-steel channel |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork Rear: Swinging-arm, with shocks and coil springs |
| Brakes | Front: Drum Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.25 x 17 in. |
| Rear Tire | 3.25 x 17 in. |
| Wheelbase | 1345 mm / 53 in. |
| Seat Height | 760 mm / 30 in. |
| Weight | 148 kg / 325 lbs (dry), |
| Oil Capacity | 1.4 L / 3 US pints |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.5 L / 3.3 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Single cylinder, 4 stroke. The engine featured a G2 / G2S: 7.8:1 G2CS: 10.5:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet, multi-plate.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 3.25 x 17 in. front tire and a 3.25 x 17 in. rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a Swinging-arm, with shocks and coil springs. The G2 / G2CS / G2S was fitted with a 12.5 L / 3.3 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 148 kg / 325 lbs. The wheelbase was 1345 mm / 53 in. long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
| Make Model | Matchless G2 / G2S / G2CS |
|---|---|
| Year | 1958 - 62 |
| Engine Type | Single cylinder, 4 stroke |
| Displacement | 248.5 cc / 15.2 cub in. |
| Bore X Stroke | 69.85 x 64.84 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression | G2 / G2S: 7.8:1 G2CS: 10.5:1 |
| Fuel System | G2 / G2S: Amal monobloc 376/5 carburetor G2CS: Amal monobloc 376/276 carburetor |
| Lubrication | Dry sump, external tank |
| Engine Oil | Hot: SAE 50 Cold: SAE 30 Extreme cold: SAE 20 |
| Oil Capacity | 1.4 L / 3 US pints |
| Exhaust | Single |
| Starting | Kick |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Chain Links | G2 / G2S: 123 links G2CS: 131 links |
| Internal Gear Ratios | 1st 2.42 / 2nd 1.85 / 3rd 1.30 / 4th 1.0:1 |
| Frame | Open, tubular steel frame, closed at the bottom by a pressed-steel channel |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Swinging-arm, with shocks and coil springs |
| Front Brakes | Drum |
| Rear Brakes | Drum |
| Wheels | Steel, wire spokes |
| Front Tire | 3.25 x 17 in. |
| Rear Tire | 3.25 x 17 in. |
| Wheelbase | 1345 mm / 53 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm / 5.5 in. |
| Seat Height | 760 mm / 30 in. |
| Dry Weight | 148 kg / 325 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.5 L / 3.3 US gal |
| Colours | Red, Black |