Matchless - G9 - Super Clubman - 500 cc - 1955
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1955 Matchless G9 Super Clubman with a 498 cc engine, located in the Netherlands, in excellent condition with inactive Dutch registration papers.
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Description from the seller
Matchless 500cc G9 Super Clubman in a nice condition.
Was restored by the previous owner.
A splendid rally bike or museum piece.
This 1955 Matchless G9 Super Clubman runs and shifts well and is really a lively motorcycle.
Videos:
https://youtu.be/qtPRcC5f1v8
https://youtu.be/f0VI5xO5uMw
https://youtu.be/gEXusKZvzJ8
With a dormant Dutch license plate, see photos.
This beautiful Matchless can still keep up in everyday traffic with its chunky 500cc pushrod twin engine.
The 1955 Matchless G9 500cc Super Clubman delivers a power output of 29 hp (29 hp) at 6,800 rpm.
This iconic British twin-cylinder motorcycle has a torque of 33 Nm at 5,000 rpm and achieves a theoretical top speed of around 152 km/h.
1955 Matchless G9 Super Clubman (up to 1955) specs review
OHV engine, 29 hp at 6800 rpm, 33 Nm torque at 5000 rpm, 0-60 mph in 9.1 sec,
These are the main technical specifications of the 1955 Matchless G9 500cc Super Clubman:
Engine & Transmission
• Engine type: Air-cooled four-stroke parallel-twin with pushrods (OHV).
• Displacement: 498 cc.
• Bore x stroke: 66 mm x 72.8 mm.
• Compression ratio: 7.0 : 1.
• Carburetor: Amal Monobloc (type 376/6).
• Ignition: Lucas K2F magneto ignition.
• Transmission: 4-speed manual (Burman) with kickstart.
• Final drive: Chain.
Performance
• Max power: 29 hp (21.6 kW) at 6,800 rpm. (Some historical sources list up to 33 hp by different measurement methods).
• Max torque: 33 Nm at 5,000 rpm.
• Top speed: approx. 137 to 152 km/h (depending on tuning and riding conditions).
• Average consumption: About 3.8 liters per 100 km.
Chassis & Dimensions
• Frame: Steel cradle frame (tubular steel cradle frame).
• Front suspension: hydraulically damped Teledraulic telescopic front fork.
• Rear suspension: Swarm-link with the well-known 'Jampot' shocks.
• Brakes: Drum brakes front and rear.
• Tire size: Front: 3.25 x 19 inch / Rear: 3.50 x 19 inch.
• Length: 2,191 mm.
• Wheelbase: 1,410 mm.
• Seat height: 800 mm.
• Tank capacity: 17 liters.
• Dry weight: 180 kg
This vehicle can be viewed and collected in Grubbenvorst, Netherlands.
Worldwide shipping is possible. For rates please contact Catawiki.
During transport the Matchless is delivered without battery and fuel.
Matchless 500cc G9 Super Clubman in a nice condition.
Was restored by the previous owner.
A splendid rally bike or museum piece.
This 1955 Matchless G9 Super Clubman runs and shifts well and is really a lively motorcycle.
Videos:
https://youtu.be/qtPRcC5f1v8
https://youtu.be/f0VI5xO5uMw
https://youtu.be/gEXusKZvzJ8
With a dormant Dutch license plate, see photos.
This beautiful Matchless can still keep up in everyday traffic with its chunky 500cc pushrod twin engine.
The 1955 Matchless G9 500cc Super Clubman delivers a power output of 29 hp (29 hp) at 6,800 rpm.
This iconic British twin-cylinder motorcycle has a torque of 33 Nm at 5,000 rpm and achieves a theoretical top speed of around 152 km/h.
1955 Matchless G9 Super Clubman (up to 1955) specs review
OHV engine, 29 hp at 6800 rpm, 33 Nm torque at 5000 rpm, 0-60 mph in 9.1 sec,
These are the main technical specifications of the 1955 Matchless G9 500cc Super Clubman:
Engine & Transmission
• Engine type: Air-cooled four-stroke parallel-twin with pushrods (OHV).
• Displacement: 498 cc.
• Bore x stroke: 66 mm x 72.8 mm.
• Compression ratio: 7.0 : 1.
• Carburetor: Amal Monobloc (type 376/6).
• Ignition: Lucas K2F magneto ignition.
• Transmission: 4-speed manual (Burman) with kickstart.
• Final drive: Chain.
Performance
• Max power: 29 hp (21.6 kW) at 6,800 rpm. (Some historical sources list up to 33 hp by different measurement methods).
• Max torque: 33 Nm at 5,000 rpm.
• Top speed: approx. 137 to 152 km/h (depending on tuning and riding conditions).
• Average consumption: About 3.8 liters per 100 km.
Chassis & Dimensions
• Frame: Steel cradle frame (tubular steel cradle frame).
• Front suspension: hydraulically damped Teledraulic telescopic front fork.
• Rear suspension: Swarm-link with the well-known 'Jampot' shocks.
• Brakes: Drum brakes front and rear.
• Tire size: Front: 3.25 x 19 inch / Rear: 3.50 x 19 inch.
• Length: 2,191 mm.
• Wheelbase: 1,410 mm.
• Seat height: 800 mm.
• Tank capacity: 17 liters.
• Dry weight: 180 kg
This vehicle can be viewed and collected in Grubbenvorst, Netherlands.
Worldwide shipping is possible. For rates please contact Catawiki.
During transport the Matchless is delivered without battery and fuel.
Details
Brand
Matchless
Model type
G9 - Super Clubman
Engine size (in cc)
500
Year of first registration
1955
Condition
Excellent
Registration papers
with old Dutch registration papers (Inactive or "Slapend kenteken")
Frame number
A31988
Located in country
Netherlands
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
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