AJS Model 30 600 vs BMW R67 2 (1957)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AJS Model 30 600stacks up against the BMW R67 2. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAJS Model 30 600BMW R67 2
Model year19571954
Price
Engine593 cc594 cc
Horsepower33 hp28 hp
Weight178 kg
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake). Sinle
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.5-19 / 3.5-19

AJS Model 30 600 vs BMW R67 2 — which should you buy?

Picking between the AJS Model 30 600 and the BMW R67 2 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 2 counters with 28 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: