Matchless G90 Super Clubman 500

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Matchless G90 Super Clubman 500
Manufacturer
Production 1936 - 39
Engine
Single cylinder, twin port
Compression ratio 7.5:1
Top Speed 145 km/h / 90 mph
Ignition Magneto, Lucas
Spark Plug Lodge H53
Battery Lucas, 6V 12 Ah
Transmission 4-Speed
Frame Single top and down pipe, double cradle
Suspension Front: Coil springs
Rear: None, Spring loaded saddle
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Weight
Oil Capacity 2.8 L / 6.0 US pints
Fuel Capacity 9.1 L / 2.4 US gal
Manuals Service Manual


It could reach a top speed of 145 km/h / 90 mph.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a Air cooled cooled Single cylinder, twin port. The engine featured a 7.5:1 compression ratio.

Drive[edit | edit source]

Power was moderated via the 5-Plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Coil springs while the rear was equipped with a None, Spring loaded saddle. The G90 Super Clubman 500 was fitted with a 9.1 L / 2.4 US gal fuel tank.

Photos[edit | edit source]

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Overview[edit | edit source]

Make Model Matchless G90 Super Clubman
Year 1936 - 39
Engine Type Single cylinder, twin port
Displacement 498 cc / 30.4 cub in.
Bore X Stroke 82.5 x 90 mm
Cooling System Air cooled
Compression 7.5:1
Lubrication Dry sump
Oil Capacity 2.8 L / 6.0 US pints
Exhaust Single, chrome
Ignition Magneto, Lucas
Starting Kick
Battery Lucas, 6V 12 Ah
Spark Plug Lodge H53
Maximum Power 3.7 kW / 5 hp
Clutch 5-Plate
Transmission 4-Speed
Final Drive Chain
Gear Ratios 1st 3.16 / 2nd 2.08 / 3rd 1.1.51 / 4th 1.0:1
Frame Single top and down pipe, double cradle
Front Suspension Coil springs
Rear Suspension None, Spring loaded saddle
Front Brakes Drum
Rear Brakes Drum
Wheels Steel, wire spokes
Fuel Capacity 9.1 L / 2.4 US gal
Top Speed 145 km/h / 90 mph
Colours Black, Red