LOT 520

1948 AJS 497cc Model 18 Registration no. ESU 875 (see text) Frame no. 28301 Engine no. 48/18 6923 B

Sold for £4,025 inc. premium

Lot 520

1948 AJS 497cc Model 18
Registration no. ESU 875 (see text) Frame no. 28301 Engine no. 48/18 6923 B

The Winter Sale - including The National Motorcycle Museum Reserve Collection - Bicester Heritage|12 December 2020, 10:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1948 AJS 497cc Model 18
Registration no. ESU 875 (see text)
Frame no. 28301
Engine no. 48/18 6923 B

Associated Motor Cycles announced its post-war range of AJS and Matchless 'heavyweight' singles in June 1945. Coded Model 18 and G80 respectively, the two 500cc models shared the same 93mm stroke as their 350cc brethren, coupled to an 82.5mm bore. Housed in a rigid frame with Teledraulic front fork, the ruggedly built overhead-valve engine drove via a four-speed gearbox. This AJS Model 18 is believed to be an older restoration undertaken by HMP Full Sutton. A total of 1,562 miles is displayed on the odometer, which may be the distance travelled since the rebuild. There is no registration document with this Lot; however, the registration mark is on the HPI database. Accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding. The machine is offered for re-commissioning/restoration and sold strictly as viewed.

Footnotes

As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.

Saleroom notices

The engine number is: 48/18 6932B Please click the link to view the walkaround video of Lot 520: click here

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