1953 AJS Model 16, 348cc. Registration number MVS 372 (non t...

Estimate

£3,000 - £3,500

1953 AJS Model 16, 348cc. Registration number MVS 372 (non transferrable). Frame number A4102. Engine number 16MS/20345.
The rigid framed AJS Model 16M 350 cc single was developed in 1945 from the military Matchless G3/L World War II motorcycle. The company also produced an almost identical motorcycle under the Matchless name as the Matchless G3L with the only difference between the two was that the Matchless carried a magneto at the rear of the cylinder barrel, whereas the AJS magneto was at the front.

In 1953, the Model 16M was modernised with a dual seat replacing the saddle and rear pillion seat, it retained a rigid rear frame until 1949, when pivoted rear suspension controlled by hydraulically dampened spring units designed and made by Matchless became available. The difference was indicated by the S (for springer) designation - 16MS.

This matching numbers machine appears to be an older restoration in working order, it has recently been taken to Scotland to ride around the Western Isles. It has a useful magdyno fitted.

Sold with the the V5C, as with all bikes bought at auction and in running basic safety checks should be undertaken before taking on the road.