AJS Silver Streak 500 (1938)
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| Make: | AJS |
| Model: | Silver Streak 500 |
| Years: | 1938 |
| Engine: | Single cylinder, single port, push-rod OHV with polished heads and ports |
| Capacity: | 498 cc / 30.4 cu in |
| Bore x Stroke: | 82.5 x 93 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 5.9 or 7.1:1 |
| Cooling System: | Air cooled |
| Lubrication: | Dry sump |
| Oil Capacity: | 2.8 L / 6 US pt |
| Exhaust: | 1-into-1, high level |
| Induction: | Amal carburetor |
| Starting: | Kick |
| Max Power: | 3.7 kW / 4.98 hp |
| Transmission: | 4 Speed, Burman gearbox |
| Final Drive: | Chain |
| Gear Ratios: | 1st 13.3 / 2nd 8.8 / 3rd 6.4 / 4th 5.0:1 |
| Front Suspension: | Girder fork |
| Rear Suspension: | Rigid, spring loaded saddle |
| Front Brakes: | Drum |
| Rear Brakes: | Drum |
| Wheels: | Chrome plated rims with wire spokes |
| Front Rim: | 3.0 x 26 |
| Rear Rim: | 3.5 x 26 |
| Dry Weight: | 150 kg / 330 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 11 L / 3.0 US gal |