1959 Matchless G2, 250cc, original eng / frame, excellent runner on the road!
1959 Matchless G2, 250cc Here is a well sorted and very original Matchless G2 250cc. These models are hard to find in good working order like this one ! This example is an excellent starter . The engine sounds lovely, no rattles or smoke. In fact it sounds like a much bigger bike really! Gearbox & clutch are in good order, the bike is surprisingly lively, soon reaching 60mph. The speedometer is working OK and the electrics are charging well with good lights. Brakes are pretty good and handling is nice. This is a lovely, lighter weight machine for anyone who enjoys pottering around the lanes it’s perfect! There is a V5C registration certificate , registration 971 UYE . The bike left the factory on 5th January 1959. Frame number is 3016, engine number is 59/G2 2519. There is an AJS & MAtchless Owners’ club dating certificate that confirms the engine & frame are the originals. The bike is pre-60 MOT exempt and it has historic class (free) road tax until Feb 2015. Cosmetically the bike is generally quite clean and tidy but unfortunately the wheel rims were not protected with a bit of grease over the years and the chrome has gone on both rims. Spokes are the old “rustless” type and are all good clean but dull reuseable condition. The paintwork is in very good solid condition. It is good quality powder coat or stove enamel. There is a bit of light rust on the swinging arm. There is no fin damage on the engine and it appears to be oil tight. The small badges in the crankcase covers ...