Matchless G2 / G2S / G2CS (1958-62)
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| Make: | Matchless |
| Model: | G2 / G2S / G2CS |
| Years: | 1958-62 |
| Engine: | Single cylinder, 4 stroke |
| Capacity: | 248.5 cc / 15.2 cub in. |
| Bore x Stroke: | 69.85 x 64.84 mm |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled |
| Compression Ratio: | G2 / G2S: 7.8:1 G2CS: 10.5:1 |
| Fuel System: | G2 / G2S: Amal monobloc 376/5 carburetor G2CS: Amal monobloc 376/276 carburetor |
| Lubrication: | Dry sump, external tank |
| Engine Oil: | Hot: SAE 50 Cold: SAE 30 Extreme cold: SAE 20 |
| Oil Capacity: | 1.4 L / 3 US pints |
| Exhaust: | Single |
| Starting: | Kick |
| Clutch: | Wet, multi-plate |
| Transmission: | 4-Speed |
| Final Drive: | Chain |
| Chain Links: | G2 / G2S: 123 links G2CS: 131 links |
| Internal Gear Ratios: | 1st 2.42 / 2nd 1.85 / 3rd 1.30 / 4th 1.0:1 |
| Frame: | Open, tubular steel frame, closed at the bottom by a pressed-steel channel |
| Front Suspension: | Telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension: | Swinging-arm, with shocks and coil springs |
| Front Brakes: | Drum |
| Rear Brakes: | Drum |
| Wheels: | Steel, wire spokes |
| Front Tyre: | 3.25 x 17 in. |
| Rear Tyre: | 3.25 x 17 in. |
| Wheelbase: | 1345 mm / 53 in. |
| Ground Clearance: | 140 mm / 5.5 in. |
| Seat Height: | 760 mm / 30 in. |
| Dry Weight: | 148 kg / 325 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 12.5 L / 3.3 US gal |