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Matchless G12
1966Sportbike

Matchless G12

Key specifications

Engine
646 cc
Power
35 HP
Weight
180 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
Matchless
Model
G12
Category
Sport
Comments
Designer was Phil Walker
Power
35.00 HP (25.5 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Fuel System
Carburettor. Amal
Displacement
646.00 ccm (39.42 cubic inches)
Engine Details
Twin, four-stroke
Transmission Type Final Drive
Chain
Dry Weight
180.0 kg (396.8 pounds)
Power Weight Ratio
0.1944 HP/kg
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Suspension
Swingarm with coil-over shocks
Front Suspension
Telescopic