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Royal Enfield : Model J 500cc 947 royal enfield model j 500 cc beautifully restored runs perfectly

$13,900

Santa Monica, California

Year 1947

Make Royal Enfield

Model Model J 500cc

Category Standard Motorcycles

Engine 500

Posted Over 1 Month

Beautifully restored, and meticulously maintained 1947 Royal Enfield Model J 500cc Engine #: J542 Royal Enfield, well known for producing engines, bicycles and firearms (hence the motto "built like a gun, goes like a bullet") turned their hand to motorcycles way back in 1901 and, by the war, had established themselves as one of Britain's most popular brands. The first Royal Enfield to use the Bullet name was a four-valve single announced in 1931, while the Model G introduced in 1935, was the first of a series of new-generation motorcycles, with fully enclosed valve gear, vertical cylinder and cast-in pushrod tunnel. Post-war, the Model G and Model J models were revived and featured a rigid rear frame and a four-speed Albion gearbox. The Model J featured telescopic forks (using two-way hydraulic damping) in place of the pre-war girder items. The 500cc engine had a bore and stroke of 84 mm by 90 mm and a 5.5:1 compression ratio, used an Amal carburettor and Lucas magneto ignition. ? The bike here is offered in excellent condition throughout, both mechanically and cosmetically. Subject to a ground-up restoration, the bike is quite spectacular. ? The engine is strong and taut and has good, responsive power. It shifts perfectly through an excellent clutch. Brakes, suspension and all cycle parts are in excellent working order. ? Cosmetically, the bike is exquisite. Purchased in the current restored condition, little is known of the history, but the bike is worthy of any inspection. ? Fresh from service from a local marque expert, the bike is ready to be shown at Concours events or enjoyed on a country lane.

Trim Superbly restored