1956 AJS 18CS Scrambler, 497cc. Registration number not regi...

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£2,600

1956 AJS 18CS Scrambler, 497cc. Registration number not registered. Frame number overpainted. Engine number 56/18 2302CS. Gearbox number M28510.
There is no paperwork with this machine.
The AJS Model 18CS was an evolution of the Model 18 – a bike that can trace its roots back to the G3L, an ex-military bike that was sold off in surplus once the war had ended. The C stood for Competition (as a scrambler bike), and the S stood for the fact that it had a suspension as opposed to a rigid rear frame. The under engine and gearbox became part of the sub frame.
Built for 15 years, the 18CS featured a 497cc single that produced 32 horsepower, which helped the bike attained a top speed of 81 miles per hour. The scrambles engine went all-alloy for 1950 and subsequently received different cams and larger valves before being redesigned with short-stroke dimensions for 1955. Unfortunately at 375 lbs it was a heavy bike and not that competitive. The AMC clutch used a three spring devise with a shock absorber incorporated and reduced the front end width.
This machine was restored many years ago and has been dry stored since, it will require light recommissioning. It has chrome rims with stainless steel spokes, new tubes and tyres and is production catalogue correct.