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1954 Ajs 500 Ms Engine Number: 5416MS20744 Chassis Number:…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
22-Jul-2008
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1954 Ajs 500 Ms Engine Number: 5416MS20744 Chassis Number: A5438, the Quiet Achiever one of the most prestigious of all British marques, the firm of Albert John Stevens (Ajs) was incorporated in 1909 and went on to become one of the pillars of the British motorcycle industry. In the 1920s, Ajs was consistently successful in motor sport and development work culminated in the awesomely fast machines. By the early thirties, Ajs had accumulated 117 world records. Ajs racing machines included the wonderful 350cc 7R (the original boy Racer) and the Porcupine parallel twin, initially designed to house early supercharged technology. Despite its success, Ajs was sold to Associated Motor Cycles (Amc) in 1931. Housed in a rigid frame, the robust overhead-valve engine, four-speed gearbox and a teledraulic front end provided a well-resolved bike for the day. This 16MS underwent restoration some years ago and since completion, has seen little use. Finished in black, the bike is presented in good condition throughout.
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Motor Vehicles: Motor Cycles