
LOT 614
1957 AJS 600cc Model 30 Twin Registration no. 823 YUC Frame no. A58435 Engine no. 57/30 05277
Sold for £4,600 inc. premium
Lot 614
1957 AJS 600cc Model 30 TwinRegistration no. 823 YUC Frame no. A58435 Engine no. 57/30 05277
The Autumn Stafford Sale – The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|16 October 2022, 10:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1957 AJS 600cc Model 30 Twin
Registration no. 823 YUC
Frame no. A58435
Engine no. 57/30 05277
Registration no. 823 YUC
Frame no. A58435
Engine no. 57/30 05277
Associated Motor Cycles were late in producing a twin-cylinder model to rival those of Triumph, BSA and Norton. When announced in 1948, the AJS Model 20 and equivalent Matchless G9, while following the established pattern of British parallel twins, were unusual in having an engine with a third, central, crankshaft main bearing. The new 498cc power unit was housed in the sprung frame recently introduced to the heavyweight singles. AMC's first stretch of its parallel twin took it out to 550cc in 1954, but this US-only variant was swiftly superseded. Introduced for 1956, the AJS Model 30 and equivalent Matchless G11 boasted an engine of 593cc, which went into the newly introduced cycle parts shared with the heavyweight singles. Along with the new frame came a restyled oil tank and toolbox, full-width front brake and a longer seat, while the excellent AMC gearbox was phased in during the year.
An older restoration, this AJS Model 30 was acquired by the current vendor in June 2018 and last ran in July 2022 on the VMCC Oxford Section's run. The machine is only offered for sale because the owner is reducing his collection due to old age and health issues. Notable features include electronic ignition and a solid-state voltage regulator. The accompanying history file contains starting instructions; old (copy) and current V5C documents; old MoTs; hand-written service records; and various bills.
Offered with key
An older restoration, this AJS Model 30 was acquired by the current vendor in June 2018 and last ran in July 2022 on the VMCC Oxford Section's run. The machine is only offered for sale because the owner is reducing his collection due to old age and health issues. Notable features include electronic ignition and a solid-state voltage regulator. The accompanying history file contains starting instructions; old (copy) and current V5C documents; old MoTs; hand-written service records; and various bills.
Offered with key
Footnotes
All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.








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