General information |
Motorcycle name
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James Colonel |
Year of manufacture
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1959 |
Type
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Allround |
Rating
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Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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225.0 ccm (13.73 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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Single cylinder, two-stroke |
Engine details
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Villiers Mk 1H engine |
Compression
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7.0:1 |
Bore x stroke
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63.0 x 72.0 mm (2.5 x 2.8 inches) |
Fuel system
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Carburettor. Villers |
Ignition
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Magneto |
Lubrication system
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Wet sump |
Cooling system
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Air |
Gearbox
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3-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Single downtube |
Front suspension
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Hydralic telescopic forks |
Front tire
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3.25-18 |
Rear tire
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3.25-18 |
Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Overall length
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2002 mm (78.8 inches) |
Overall width
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860 mm (33.9 inches) |
Other specifications |
Starter
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Kick |
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Further information |
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