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Description
AJS 18S from 1955 with a 500cc engine was purchased in 2011 by the current owner. The seller was Fredrik Isaksson in Mariefred, who had in turn bought it in 1996 from Bengt Grönborg in Upplands Väsby. The motorcycle was first registered in 1957.
The AJS is in good usable condition and has been used for both shorter and longer rides without any issues.
In addition to regular maintenance, new parts from BAS Motor have been fitted, including the saddle, carburetor, fuel taps, and the magneto coil. The magneto is a Lucas SR model, which is a very reliable design since the magnet rotates rather than the coil.
The AJS is in good usable condition and has been used for both shorter and longer rides without any issues.
In addition to regular maintenance, new parts from BAS Motor have been fitted, including the saddle, carburetor, fuel taps, and the magneto coil. The magneto is a Lucas SR model, which is a very reliable design since the magnet rotates rather than the coil.
Free history (10)
Technical data
Year
1955/1955
Registration date
Mileage
20952
Registration Number
DXM553
Chassis Number
29541
Kw / hp
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Colour
Black
Condition
-
Mechanical condition
Runs well and has been very reliable. The transmission chain has been recently replaced.
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Exterior condition
Some minor scuffs and scratches, but overall in good usable condition.
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General condition
A good and, for its time, fast motorcycle in good usable condition.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2011-05-27
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1957-05-18 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1957-05-18
Senast godkända besiktning: 2017-07-04
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 5
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1957-05-18 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1957-05-18
Senast godkända besiktning: 2017-07-04
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 5
Facts about the model
The AJS Model 18 was manufactured from 1945 to 1966. The Matchless G80 is essentially the same motorcycle, produced by the same group, AMC. In 1949, the AJS 18 was fitted with rear suspension and was then designated the 18S (“Spring”), which was a tremendous improvement over the earlier AJS 18. The Model 18 features a low-compression engine adapted to the poor-quality fuel of the post-war period, making it relatively easy to start. It is also said to have offered better performance than most cars of its time.
The company Matchless began manufacturing motorcycles in 1901, having previously produced bicycles like many others. AJS was acquired by Matchless in 1931. Associated Motor Cycles (AMC) was formed in 1938 as the parent company for Matchless and AJS, and later also acquired brands such as Norton.
The company Matchless began manufacturing motorcycles in 1901, having previously produced bicycles like many others. AJS was acquired by Matchless in 1931. Associated Motor Cycles (AMC) was formed in 1938 as the parent company for Matchless and AJS, and later also acquired brands such as Norton.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Uppsala
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Johan Ålander
+46 705-80 91 17
johan@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Johan Ålander
+46 705-80 91 17
johan@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2026-05-20.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auction information
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