Technical specifications
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G3 LS |
| Years: |
1954and1958 |
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Engine:
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Single cylinder, four stroke, OHV
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Capacity:
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348 cc / 21.2 cub in.
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Bore x Stroke:
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69 x 93 mm
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Cooling System:
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Air cooled
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Compression Ratio:
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1954: 6.5:1 1958: 7.5:1
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Lubrication:
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Dry sump
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Oil Capacity:
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1954: 2.3 L / 4.9 US pints 1958: 2.8 L / 5.9 US pints
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Exhaust:
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Single, chrome silencer
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Fuel System:
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1954: Amal 76, 1-1/16 in. 1958: Amal Monobloc, 1-1/16 in.
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Ignition:
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1954: Magneto, Lucas dynamo 1958: Coil ignition, Lucas alternator
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Battery:
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6V
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Starting:
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Kick
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Clutch:
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Wet, multi-plate
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Transmission:
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4-Speed
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Final Drive:
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Chain
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Maximum Power:
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1954: 11.8 kW / 16 hp @ 5600 rpm 1958: 13.0 kW / 19 hp @ 5750 rpm
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Frame:
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Tubular cradle, single down tube
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Front Suspension:
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Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping
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Rear Suspension:
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1954: Swinging arm, AMC units 1958: Swinging arm, Girling units
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Front Brakes:
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178 mm / 7 in. drum, sls
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Rear Brakes:
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178 mm / 7 in. drum, sls
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Wheels:
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Steel, laced wire spokes
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Front Tyre:
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1954: 3.25 x 19 in. 1958: 3.60 x 19 in.
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Rear Tyre:
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1954: 3.50 x 19 in. 1958: 3.25 x 19 in.
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Wheelbase:
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1436 mm / 56.5 in.
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Ground Clearance:
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1954: 165 mm / 6.5 in. 1958: 178 mm / 7.0 in.
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Seat Height:
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800 mm / 31.5 in.
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Wet Weight:
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179 kg / 395 lbs
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Fuel Capacity:
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17 L / 4.5 US gal
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Average Consumption:
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3.3 L/100 km / 30 km/l / 71 US mpg
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Top Speed:
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121 km/h / 75 mph
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