It is commonly reported that the P-11 was born as a result of the west coast distributor installing a 750 Norton twin in a G-85 frame and sending it back to the factory with the instruction "Build This". I do not know the exact number of miles. Of course it all gets a bit more complicated with ‘bitsa’ machines, but you still need to start somewhere!So that’s why I’ve put together this series of article and guides, based upon my own experience and what I have learnt whilst trying to identify and date my own Matchless motorcycle. (? Please ask questions, thank you for looking.2003 Harley Davidson FLSTSI 100 Aniversary.© SmartCycleGuide New York, NY - All rights It had an AJS 500 pushrod motor  when I got it now long gone. Complete rest from NOS parts. Foot peg hangers, rear brake lever and other parts are fabricated from tubing rather than cast. Have complete workshop manuals + parts manual. The bike was last started in June 2001, ridden around my yard and parked in my family room or office since. As trim as they were (around 300 lb) these bikes were not overwhelmed with brute horsepower and did weigh a good deal more than the rapidly improving two strokes they ran against. It had less standard Matchless components on it than anything this side of a G50 road racer! The motorcycle is located in Ojai, CA. The bike was originally raced back in the 1950's / 60's, and then again in the vintage class in the 1980's. Probably one of less then 30 pieces ever produced in 1558. Of course if you should be lucky enough to have an original G50 or AJS 7r engine you can go that route! Based on the G80CS frame and Matchless 500cc engine it provided a easily handling motorcycle.

Call for more info.A very original and unmolested example of this popular AMC model with correct numbers throughout and buff log book ( plus current V5 ).The machine is an easy starter , reliable and fully functioning through out including lights and correct altette horn.The Engine is free revving , smokeless and mechanically perfect,Paintwork is good and appears to be the original AMC enamel, although now with a slight patina through age and use,Chrome and bright work is fair but with some deterioration to the rear rim and jam pots . Girder has a gas shock mod in place of the original spring.
This section includes:The final step in identifying your motorcycle after confirming the engine and frame numbers is to find the gearbox number. I will help any way I can from this end. This bike was one of the last bikes produced by AJS/ Matchless in England. 497cc Rotax single (with a left side kicker), Paioli suspension, Dell’orto carb, Lafranconi exhaust and Brembo brakes. This bike was one of the last bikes produced by AJS/ Matchless in England. Pretty easy to start. A manually-operated magneto and 6-volt chain-driven dynamo, both by Lucas, provided sparks and lighting.
Bike is in Poland, Gdansk, 30 min from the airport.Very rare G15 CSC desert sled AMC this was built in UK by Matchless when they took over Norton and only sold to USA With Matchless frame and Norton 750 engine fully restored to very high standard superb bike £13000 plus spent with all receipts plus owners dating certificate,factory records present, matching engine /Frame numbers extensive build file and receipts health condition forces sale good transferable registration number EDE sold with the bike ,Alarm fitted cracking bike and a good investment opportunity.ONE OF THE BEST RESTORED BIKES I HAVE SEEN AND RARE TO SEE IN THIS COUNTRY.Payment by bank transfer or cash on collection .If you are contemplating investing in a classic racing motorcycle, then please look at our Matchless G50 replica.A true copy of the iconic Matchless G50 produced in 1960-1965.This a machine that can be used in the Lansdowne Classic series and other prestigious events without any modifications.The engine was supplied by Mr Mick Taberer and is a true copy of the original unit in all details.The engine has a balanced crankshaft and high lift overhead camshaft, recent power test carried out on a Dynajet showed 46.5bhp at the rear wheel.Wheels are correct 19 inch valanced aluminium, fitted with Avon competition race tyres. Total world wide production was just 865 models. I have the 1961 clear title. Collier & Sons began as a bicycle manufacturer in the late 1800s, and was one of the first British motorcycle manufacturers. A TRUE OFF-ROAD ENGLISH 50'S THUMPER SINGLE CYLINDER RACE BIKE . THE VIN # IS 56182287CS AND THE TRANSMISSION IS 33969. Other than taking it to that show no one has ever seen it. It has always been garage kept. Runs and rides good Has good tags thru 10-2015. Needs paint job and cables to look nice! Selling on a bill of sale. Wheels are newly built with alloy rims and stainless spokes.

Originally supplied by Bob Foster of Poole Dorset, former British GP and Isle of Man TT race winner 1949-1950. This bike has a lot of compression, It is kind of hard to start first thing but after its running it starts right up 1st crank. The Matchless motorcycle marque was founded in 1899, by H. H. Collier and his three sons Bert, Charlie, and Harry Collier in the London's Greenwich Borough district of Plumstead. New Avon tires. Simply outstanding condition with fully documented history. If you have serious interest, I suggest you contact me direct at 805 798-1802 or batorintl@aol.com. I will sell world wide. 303-499-5186 $21,000.00 3034995186.One of the classic vintage motorcycle 1948 Ajs Matchless. Matchless is one of the oldest marques of British motorcycles, manufactured in Plumstead, London, between 1899 and 1966.A wide range of models was produced under the Matchless name, ranging from small two-strokes to 750 cc four-stroke twins. I have an original log book with original engine number.