Matchless G3
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| Matchless G3 | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1962 |
| Engine | Single cylinder, four stroke, OHV |
| Compression ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/h / 80 mph |
| Fuel System | Amal Monobloc carburetor, 1-1/8 in |
| Ignition | Coil, Lucas alternator |
| Battery | 6V |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Frame | Tubular cradle, twin downtubes |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping Rear: Pivoted rear fork controlled by Girling 3-position spring-and-hydraulic units |
| Brakes | Front: 178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment Rear: 178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment |
| Front Tire | 3.25 x 19 in. |
| Rear Tire | 3.50 x 19 in. |
| Wheelbase | 1436 mm / 56.5 in. |
| Seat Height | 775 mm / 30.5 in. |
| Weight | 179 kg / 395 lbs (wet) |
| Oil Capacity | 2.8 L / 5.9 US pints |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.3 L / 5.1 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
It could reach a top speed of 129 km/h / 80 mph.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Single cylinder, four stroke, OHV. The engine featured a 8.5:1 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 19 in. front tire and a 3.50 x 19 in. rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment in the front and a 178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping while the rear was equipped with a Pivoted rear fork controlled by Girling 3-position spring-and-hydraulic units. The G3 was fitted with a 19.3 L / 5.1 US gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1436 mm / 56.5 in. long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
| Make Model | Matchless G3 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1962 |
| Engine Type | Single cylinder, four stroke, OHV |
| Displacement | 348 cc / 21.2 cub in. |
| Bore X Stroke | 74 x 81 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Lubrication | Dry sump |
| Oil Capacity | 2.8 L / 5.9 US pints |
| Exhaust | Single, chrome silencer |
| Fuel System | Amal Monobloc carburetor, 1-1/8 in |
| Ignition | Coil, Lucas alternator |
| Battery | 6V |
| Starting | Kick |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission | 4-Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Maximum Power | 16.9 kW / 23 hp @ 6200 rpm |
| Frame | Tubular cradle, twin downtubes |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping |
| Rear Suspension | Pivoted rear fork controlled by Girling 3-position spring-and-hydraulic units |
| Front Brakes | 178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment |
| Rear Brakes | 178 mm / 7 in. drum, finger adjustment |
| Wheels | Steel, laced wire spokes |
| Front Tire | 3.25 x 19 in. |
| Rear Tire | 3.50 x 19 in. |
| Wheelbase | 1436 mm / 56.5 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm / 6.5 in. |
| Seat Height | 775 mm / 30.5 in. |
| Wet Weight | 179 kg / 395 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.3 L / 5.1 US gal |
| Average Consumption | 3.3 L/100 km / 30 km/l / 71 US mpg |
| Top Speed | 129 km/h / 80 mph |
| Colours | Black, Red |
| Review | Classic Bike, May 1991 |