AJS Model 30 600 vs BMW R67 (1957)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AJS Model 30 600stacks up against the BMW R67. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAJS Model 30 600BMW R67
Model year19571951
Price
Engine593 cc594 cc
Horsepower33 hp26 hp
Weight178 kg
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake). Single
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.5-19 / 3.5-19

AJS Model 30 600 vs BMW R67 — which should you buy?

Picking between the AJS Model 30 600 and the BMW R67 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AJS Model 30 600 brings 33 hp in a 178 kg package, while the BMW R67 counters with 26 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: