Historical Notes on James Motorcycles:
James motorcycles first appeared in 1900 and were produced until 1904.
Manufacture recommenced at the new Greet factory in 1907, and by 1911 they
were building an enclosed chain-drive model.
A history of James Motorcycles:
http://madeinbirmingham.org/james.htm
Sun Nov 15 2009
LRSTEV7<at>aol.com
motor cycle
james captain 10e
can any one please assist me in finding a wiring diagram for a 1959
197cc james captain 10e many thanks steve.
plymouth
Wed Nov 04 2009
shawnhaslett<at>elp.rr.com
advert
did james have an advert with a dinosaur or a caveman being chased
on a bike do you have the pic? maybe cheers shawn in the states
tx
Sort of rings a bell, but can't place it.
Anyone? Ed.
Tue Nov 03 2009
james.talty<at>gmail.com
James Parts
James 1955 K7 Captain
Greetings from Australia
I'm searching for the following parts for a 1955 K7 James:
- Front mudguard and bracket
- Rear sprocket (48 teeth)
- Foot rest bar (12 inch)
- Centre stand
- Chain guard
- Single saddle seat
- Front and rear brake pads
- Front brake cable
- Rectifier
- Horn
- Tank badge (maroon)
Can anyone assist?
Cheerio
Brisbane, Australia
Sun Oct 25 2009
capri3<at>kinect.co.nz
Part wanted
James Cadet 150 L15
Want a left hand thread nut to hold flywheel on
New Zealand
Thu Oct 15 2009
kimadele<at>xtra.co.nz
for sale
james cadet j15
3 pairs og tank badges for sale
new zealand
James_Cadet_Tank_Badges.jpg will be posted-0910
Thu Oct 01 2009
mrhappysdad<at>yahoo.co.uk
James Autocycle notes
James Superluxe Autocycle
Some notes from memory- FNJ 608, a James Superlux autocycle (about 1950).
When my Father was in the armed forces, he was posted abroad. All our possessions
(including my Father's James) were put into storage for about 10 years
until he came out of the forces in 1962 and bought a house. I was still
under 16, but it was promised to me for my 16th birthday. It was kept at
the back of the garage but I could not wait that long, so I attached a
piece of garden hose to the exhaust pipe and the other end went out the
window, to avoid evidence. Any old oil and some petrol siphoned from the
family car would have to do and I enjoyed the risk of firing it up on its
stand and making smells from the hot engine. When the great day came, it
was ridden to a petrol station and topped up with 2-stroke. The petrol-oil
ratio was 16-1, and a half-pint measure was built into the filler cap.
One measure of oil per gallon of petrol was easy to do!
I used it for transport to work, 16 miles each way, trundling along
quiet country roads at about 20 mph. One day, the chain freewheel seized,
throwing my legs off the pedals and nearly putting me in the ditch. The
chain was removed after that! On cold winter mornings, I found that once
I was out in the country I could put the "lawnmower lever" throttle control
on maximum then ride it without hands on the handlebars, which allowed
me to warm my hands in my pockets until something came the other way. I
always thought the exposed flywheel was a bit dangerous, but it looked
good when I cleaned the aluminium cover and brass rim with Brasso. The
tools compartment included spares to fix a puncture and to this day, I
have a James tyre lever as a souvenir.
Once I had practiced enough, I took my test. At that time, the rule
was motorbikes were over 50cc and mopeds were less. As I had 98cc and two
throbbing horsepower, I had a motorcycle so passing the test would let
me ride a Triumph Bonneville!
Before the day of the test, I went to the test centre to illustrate
my strange starting procedure. An examiner came out and I did my thing;
look over the shoulder, fuel on, press the decompression lever, walk quickly
along the pavement until it fired, pull in the clutch and release the decompression
lever. Engine now running, so check behind, swing my leg over the seat
and I am ready to go. This was approved, so I took my test the next day.
Part of the test was an emergency stop, when the examiner would pop out
from behind a car, put his arm out and you had to stop ASAP. As I came
round a corner, I saw him squat down behind a car so I eased off in anticipation.
Realising he would have known and heard what I had done, I opened the throttle
again and it struggled to accelerate up a slight slope. When he appeared,
I decided to make it impressive so I used front and back brakes. I passed.
After that, 2 horsepower was not enough so it was sold to a workmate and
I bought an early model Triumph Cub with 150cc. When I turned 17, it was
time for car driving lessons; but I learnt a lot from that James.
Leicester
Wed Sep 16 2009
clark_mb11<at>hotmail.com
James Parts Needed
1947 122 cc 10D Villiers James Cadet?
I Need a Gas Cap (Threaded style) for my James. I believe i have a
1947 pre ML or Cadet?? It is hard tail rear telescopic front forks
(no front springer) with Villers 10D 122cc engine 3 speed gear box.
The frame seems to be factory stamped L821 I also need the headlamp trim
for the same bike. I am in Winnipeg Canada PLEASE HELP i really need a
threaded filler cap for the James. I have a James "twist on" cap with the
oil measurment, but it doesn't fit my tank.
Thanks!!
Winnipeg Canada
Sat Aug 22 2009
gillian.huish<at>tiscali.co.uk
Looking for parts
1962 James Commodore
I am looking for the following parts for my 1962 James Commodore 250cc
L25
R/H & L/H Head Steady Plates
2 x Spring Hinge Plates
Tank Rubber Knee Grips
Chain Guard Panels
Side Cover Springs
Can anyone help me please? from Dave
Tiverton, Devon
Wed Jul 22 2009
matt.james<at>gmx.co.uk
James Motorcycles
Any idea who owns the "James" brand now ?
England
Mon Jul 13 2009
roysturdy<at>hotmail.co.uk
james
superswift or captain 197 or 250 twin
would like to purchase one of the above
birmingham
Sat Jul 04 2009
steef_50<at>hotmail.com
james
1950 dont ?
we buyed a james motor 1950 who can tell me about it and have a some
information guide were i can find the framenr its 98 cc
netherlands
Wed Jun 03 2009
gaston.isabel<at>uniboard.com
Head lamp & sadle complete
James 1955
Can somebody help me to find parts for that type of motorcycle please.
Im located in Quebec Canada
Quebec,
Thu May 14 2009
benlangworthy<at>hotmail.co.uk
james cadet 1955 timing
James 1955 j15 cadet
I feel a little stupid asking but can anyone tell me how to sort out
the timing on a villiers 30c? iv tried several times (manual in hand) but
i just cant get it right! any help would be greatly appreciated to get
my lovely j15 cadet on the road!
devon
Mon May 04 2009
Nickersgascoigne<at>yahoo.co.uk
James Cadet 122cc 1953 10D
Photos attached, still looking for footrests to complete my restoration
of my grandads motorcycle, any help or suggestions welcome.
Northants
Wed Apr 29 2009
j-page<at>xtra.co.nz
james
JAMES 1935? 1939?
Does the frame number and engine number coincide? and if not
could you give me dates for both? engine number is villiers aaa1881, and
the frame number is h11779, also have number on the cylinder of i think
b6835,
new zealand
Wed Apr 22 2009
philhautefin<at>mobistar.be
Magneto cover & air filter
James 125cc 2 strokes ML Frame nber ML1689 Engine nber AAA21890A
Hello, I live in Belgium & I'm the owner of a James Ml. 2 parts
are missing for a complete restoration. So I'm looking for a magneto cover
& an air filter. Please, do you can help me. Thank you. Kinds regards.
Philippe Hautefin
Belgium
Mon Apr 06 2009
safflow<at>gmail.com
Identification
Excelsior in question
Hi there from the states, I am hoping you might be able to tell me
just what year and model of excelsior this is. if it is an excelsior. i
have included some pics to help. the villiers engine # is:797626 and the
frame # is:853332which is on the decal below the seat. on the fork neck
it has: Famous for over fifty years (pictured) any info would be greatly
appreciated.thank you-Mark
Athens, GA. USA
............
Hi, I was just searching through your Famous james list, and have discovered
that the excelsior in question is actually a famous james 1949 comet. there
are three different pictures of adds or partial restorations from 48- 50
that let me know for sure. have a look and compare. please let me know
if you agree. thanx again -Mark
March 2009
Markrnz<at>msn.com
Here are some pictures of my James k17 1939 Clockwork mouse. I took
them today while it was nice and sunny. I am sure some visitors would enjoy
these pictures. Probably bring back memories of the 1940's etc.
You can add them to your site. I sent them in Hi-Resolution.If you
want any futher info regarding the bike ask.
Thanks
Mark Robinson
New Zealand
.....
During 1939 these bikes were made in anticipation for ww2. The james
factory was bombed in 1940 -Blown to bits. During WW2 the K17's were air
dropped to soldiers and officers in the field. As they were designed as
field bikes. There main usage was to herd up troops on the field. As were
coined by the soldiers etc "The clockwork mouse". They were also called
"Mechanical sheep" lol.
There are a few 1948's around but they arent as collectable as the 1939's
because the 1939's were built for the war. Not as an afterthought in 1948.
I am told mine is an officers bike. Not a ML which was primarily
just for soldiers. As you can see mine is in above excellent condition
and even has the original exhaust/tool kit etc.
There are a few Ive seen going for quite big money. But they have been
butchered with custom paintjobs..exhausts been modified non original engines.etc
Thanks
Mark
Thu Mar 26 2009
cnv.pedersen<at>gmail.com
James 350cc
HI.
I´m having a fully restored James 350cc 4 stroke from 1928.
Is there anyone there can help me to find more about this bikes and
where to trade more of this model?
Regards
Tommy Pedersen
Denmark
Viborg, Denmark
.........
Thank you for your answer, and sorry for the time to send the
photos of my womderfull James. Here you have some few photos of the bike.
I hope this will help you, but if you need more photos, just mail me
and i´ll make more.
You are wellcome to call me too.
Best regards
Tommy Pedersen
Havhøjvej 29
9640 Farsø
Phone, +45 5017-6333
Mon Mar 23 2009
Markrnz<at>msn.com
Wanted value/mark9d pdf-password required
James 1939 k17 -Clockwork mouse Mark9d engine/gearbox
Hi I was wondering what one of these fully restored in excellent mechanical
condition would sell for in the UK.Can supply photos if required.Also I
am keen to have a look at the mark9d pdf you have on this site as I cant
get any infomation in New Zealand or Australia, Thanks Mark
New Zealand
(Log in to forum, then follow this
link for password)
Fri Mar 20 2009
ronkrill<at>sympatico.ca
photo and parts needed
james 250 commodore
i need someone to send me a photo of the inner workings of the shifting
mechanism on the inside right cover.it seems to be missing the mechanism
to hold the pawl onto the ratchet gear.
canada
Wed Feb 04 2009
j.lacombe
btinternet.com
1929 JAMES AUTOCYCLE
JAMES K19
desperately need mudguards (and stays if possible)
LEICESTER UK
Mon Jan 26 2009
peeps63hotmail.co.uk
Literature:- Photo.
James Sports Captain 1963 200cc
I am desparately seeking(no not Susan) this time anyway!! a magazine
with a front cover photo of a Sports Captain mounted at the top a chrome
pillar at the the Earls Court Motorcycle Show 1963. Can anybody help??
John.
Tue Jan 06 2009
scott_hanleyyahoo.com
Trying to identify a motorcycle in an old family photo
I am trying to identify the motorcycle in an old family photo. I think
it is a James from the 1920's. I was hoping for some assistance .
Virginia, USA
Bike is single cylinder, chain drive, flat tank, rigid rear,
Sat Dec 13 2008
jackqplateautel.net
Motorcycle
James ML130
Man contacted me that he one complete and a parts pile..have no use.
Contact me and if you are interested..
New Mexico
Tue Dec 09 2008
Nickersgascoigneyahoo.co.uk
1953 James J5 Cadet Deluxe
Hello, I am currently restoring my family heirloom and have discovered
that I have no footrests on the bike,the speedo cable has gone missing
and also I need a cylinder head steady bracket. The footrests on this bike
slot onto a square shaft if that helps. I have sourced many parts quite
successfully so far and am enjoying the process greatly, too much apparently
(says my other half) So if anyone knows where or has any of these items
I would be very greatful for the assistance.... Nick from Dav Northants
Uk
Dav Northants Uk
James_1955_Cadet_J5_1.jpg has gone astray.
Wed Nov 26 2008
gambogetpg.com.au
photograph of a James
The photo attached is a friend of the family. I would like to date
the image from the model of the motorcycle. It was taken in Dungog, NSW
Australia c1917 to 1925 Do you know when this model was sent to Australia?
Cheers
Canberra
It appears to be a 5.6hp No.
9 from around 1920. Ed.
Wed Nov 19 2008
ash.neahotmail.co.uk
james cadet j 15 tank badge
1955 james cadet j 15
hi i am looking for a tank badge for a james cadet j 15 1955 model,this
is the only thing i need to complete the total restoration of my bike to
show standard, here are some pics of before and after, can anyone help,thanks
ASH.
newcastle upon tyne
.......
i have searched the net for badge manufacturers but cant find any,if
you know of any could you pass on the info,
The bike is open to serious offers as i have just acquired a new project,
if you could put this in your forum i would be greatful,thanks ASH,
Thu Nov 13 2008
bobgwaitrose.com
james colonel
just to fill in any odd information that someone might be putting together.
I owned a James Colonel in the 1960's. It was a 225cc 2T engine reg no
653AVK from 1957. I only ever saw two others so they were quite rare then
!
newcastle upon Tyne UK
Sun Nov 09 2008
gillian.huishtiscali.co.uk
Rear Damper Units
James Commodore 1962 model
Does anyone know how to remove the chrome shrouds , is a tools necessary,
if so where can I get one?
Tiverton, Devon
.......
Here's a picture of the rear damper, the highlighted parts is the part
I need to remove to get re-chromed.
Many Thanks
Dave Huish
Thu Oct 09 2008
chitra_autoyahoo.com
Norman or James
James 1938
Sirs,plz find my recntly accquired bike (Previous owner says its "Norman"
& as up to my Knwledge its like JAMES ML, Kindly help me in this regard!!,Engine
is Villiers 125/3 speed, (papers is to reach me not before Janaury 2009,
but I my country's tranport authorites may be misleading at times)
Coimbatore
Tue Sep 09 2008
kieslerpgmail.com
james with 125 villers engine
JAMES VILLERS ML 125 ENGINE
hi,
i have just been gifted a 1946 james ml with 125 cc villers engine.
the bike is a basket case. on opening the right hand gearbox cover i found
it empty ! some clown has inadvertedly removed stuff from it. the problem
is i don not have access to a blown up parts diagram of a james ml gearbox
and as i stay in bombay i feel its impossible to get one here. i was wondering
if someone could provide me with the gear box diagram so that i could identify
what is missing and get about either making them or searching for the missing
parts..
thks...
kiesler
bombay
Tue Sep 02 2008
nickwestonblueyonder.co.uk
james k9 identification
I have purchased the remnants of what was a 1939 james k9, or so i
was told.I cannot find any pictures of a complete surviving bike on the
net.The frame does look small for a 250 and looks virtually identical the
the james 150 pictured on this site.Are the frames the same? The frame
number is h11311. Thanks. Nick.
England, the midlands.
.......
Thanks for replying quickly.
Here are some epics of the frame you can use, including the headstock
with number visible.
Thanks.
Nick.
Sun Aug 10 2008
festaTbirdaol.com
photos
James Captain Sport 250cc
HELP!! bought the above, its been pissed about with, have no real pics
to compare. Festa
Newport, Wales
Sun Jun 15 2008
tim.jordanman.eu
James Superswift rectifier
James Superswift 250cc
can any one send me information on the wires that go onto the rectifier
what colour goes where etc.
Market drayton
Mon Mar 31 2008
kellylloydxtra.co.nz
Hoping sum1 can help me. The bike is 1947 james,198cc, MO8639D (frame
no.),83553(engine no.) Villiers engine has an E with a square around it
stamped on it. Not sure if year is correct but thats wot it was registered
as in Australia. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanx Dwayne, kellylloyd@xtra.co.nz.
New Zealand
New Zealand
Mon Mar 17 2008
kieran_duffyeircom.net
James motorcycle parts wanted!
James Model 10
Hello! Could anyone help with engine parts(the front cylinder especially)
for a James 750 model 10 1923 and any information about this model would
be appreciated
Ireland
Sun Mar 16 2008
samfindlayle15.orangehome.co.uk
Silencers/Exhaust Pipes
James Superswift
I'm looking for a set of these to fit to a Commodore which I've fitted
2t engine to. Can anyone reccommend a supplier?
Leicester
Fri Mar 14 2008
j-pagextra.co.nz
I can't get any info on my bike!!
James 1935
This is all I know it is a two stroke and I thought the engine number
was AAA18813 but that does not work on your website please help me if you
can!!
Haven't got picture today but can do if needed!
New Zealand
Sat Mar 01 2008
benlangworthyhotmail.co.uk
james insurance
james j15
Hi can anyone offer me any advise? My 1955 james cadet is my first
motorcycle, and i plan to do some travelling on it could anyone recomend
a good classic insurer, who wont have a problem with the bike being my
only vehicle?
devon
Mon Feb 18 2008
mmansellbigpond.net.au
1949 James Comet 98cc two speed
James Comet
Where can I get spare parts for this bike? Kick Start pedal, brake
pedal, exhaust pipe, Clutch bridge, cylinder head, gearbox output sprocket
and chain guard is all it needs now.
Sydney Australia
Sat Dec 15 2007
benlangworthyhotmail.co.uk
james captain footbrake for sale of swap
james captain from 1955 onwards
hi i have a footres(with some fittings) from a james captain for sale
or for swap for parts for a 1955 j15 cadet. I bought it hoping that as
the main lever is the same as on the cadet that its fittings would be to
but unfortunatly for me they not.
email me (benlangworthyhotmail.co.uk)
if your interested
ben (in devon uk)
devon britain
......
here are some photos, of the parts i have for sale or to swap.
ben
Tue Nov 13 2007
Earache1msn.com
Famous James
1947? ML 125. and others
Earache here and i own several James motorbikes, glad to have found
this site. One is an ML 125 i belive. another is a frame , forks, gas tank,
( yes i said gas ) rusted wheels and bad tires. also in my collection is
an Villers engine ,then there is another in parts ( but not complete) and
finally two more frames one with a rear wheel and the other with an engine
that is similar in size but i have no idea what make . These last two i
have not determined if they are James. When i am able to post pictures
here i will.
Las Vegas Nevada U.S.A.
Wed Oct 31 2007
gerry.halleystratstone.com
New purchase
James villers trials bike
I have just purchased a james motor bike and want to find out more
about it all i have is the frame number, i also need parts as well. cheers
scotland
Wed Oct 24 2007
m.burgess2blueyonder.co.uk
James ML
We are looking for a kickstart for a 1948 James ML with 125cc engine.
Can anyone help please?
Bristol
Wed Oct 10 2007
benlangworthyhotmail.co.uk
1955 james cadet j15 parts
I need some parts to complete the restoration of the bike pictured,
if anyone has or knows of any parts id be really interested in buying them
devon
Mon Aug 20 2007
melmansesky.com
James Captain 1954
I am looking for a seat for a James Captain 1954 motorbike. Any ideas
where to look?
North Yorkshire
Sat Aug 18 2007
gingcowoosh.co.nz
1936 james h
i would like to get a front plate and brake shoes for my 1936 girder
fork james
new zealand
Sat Aug 04 2007
les.parkinbtinternet.com
Parts For James Cadett
L 150
Any partss for my james 1956
DL10 4EX
Wed Jul 25 2007
stephen.j.coleyunilever.com
1955 James Cadet 150cc
Were would be the best place to sell thi machine
Norfolk
Mon Jul 09 2007
JamesWisdomhotmail.com
James Motorcycles
All models
Check out this site for information on James Motorcycles - www.simplywizard.co.uk
London
Thu Jun 28 2007
mollynelsonhotmail.co.uk
original colour of petrol tank
James Cadet 1955
restoring motorcycle would appreciate definite info on original colour
of the petrol tank
Durham '07.
.........
I understand that all petrol tanks for this model [James Cadet 1955]
are the same colour?
I think you're right there. If
my memory serves me well those few period adverts in colour always show
them as having a maroon coloured tank. Sorry I can' t be more specific.
Tue May 01 2007
sarahj2608aol.com
james motorcycle
L25 commodore 250 1957
I have a james motorcycle with orginal instruction book and documents.
It has two engines one is a 200cc the other a 250cc. if anyone is intrested
in this bike for parts or restoration please get in contact.
cambridgeshire
Tue Apr 24 2007
nomadtransaol.com
Inquiry from Warren Gerbrandt
98 cc James
Warren,
I grew up in Southern Manitoba and there were four of us that had 98cc
James bikes in the mid 50s. One was a 53, I had a 54 and two friends had
new 55s. It's possible yours could be one of these bikes. I still have
some black and white photos if you're interested.
Ken Ginter
Mesa, AZ
Mon Apr 23 2007
truckerbeausympatico.ca
1952 james brochure MINT ORIGINAL
all models
1952 JAMES BROCHURE FOR SALE, SPECS on the 98cc to 197cc villiers engines.
top off your collection with this beautiful brochure.
1949 james lightweight booklet original
49 james
have a real nice james booklet called putting it on the map the new
98cc lightweight motorcycle about a 2000 mile trip around brish isles.good
condition.
ontario canada
i wrote you an email awhile back, trying to find out the year and model
of my fathers james motorcycle. theses are the only pictures i have of
it. if you have any idea what it might be it would really be appreciated.
the whole frame has been repainted and under the white paint it is a maroon
color.
thank you very much
Warren Gerbrandt <crippler_04
hotmail.com>
Sun, 25 Mar 2007
The bike appears to be early
pre-war, about 1947, but may be a bitza. An expert may be able to tell
more from the engine and frame numbers, if you can supply those. Ed.
hi again,
the only frame number i can find on the motorcycle is L 821-1, and
the only number on the outside of the engine is V15 B7310. if you can make
anything out of these numbers that would be much appreciated. (the number
on the motor could have been on a plate, but there was no plate found on
the motor)
Warren Gerbrandt
Sun May 17 2009
accycle<at>ymail.com
unknown James (possibly a Bitza)
unknown unknown
Hello. Origionally I contacted you in March of 2007 regarding identification
of what you believed to be a pre war James motorcycle or maybe a Bitza.
I have found 2 other serial numbers on the frame under the seat (DO1694
+ L993/7) do these numbers mean anything to anyone? I have had no luck
identifying this motorcycle and am not sure where else to look. Thank
you.
Canada
Mon Mar 19 2007
dmawlesympatico.ca
James bicycles
I have a very old single speed James bicycle. It's all black with no
chrome or nickel plate anywhere. The rear hub is a Villiers with a sprocket
on either end - one with back pedal, the other fixed. Can soeone tell how
I might date my bike from the serial number and where I can find 26x11/4-inch
tires which are now scarce as hen's teeth. Thanks
Dave
Montreal
Sat Mar 10 2007
ghaffeybtinternet
Headlight switch
James Cadet 98cc 1953
I need a headlight switch for a James Cadet 98cc 1953 model
N Ireland
Wed Feb 21 2007
crippler_04hotmail
james motorcycle info
hi. my father has an old james motorcycle sitting in his shed. how
could i find out what year and model of motorcycle he has?
MB, Canada
Sat Feb 03 2007
warrenmccreadyxtra.co.nz
spares?
james captain 1954
Hi , looking for spare parts for a james captain 1954 all help would
be grateful I live in new zealand warren mccready
new zealand
Tue Jan 30 2007
paulirvinep48.fsnet.co.uk
Seeking parts
James Colonel
Im looking for a 1955 James Colonel, frame, or basket case bike.
Dorset, UK
Mon Jan 15 2007
nspackmanbit.net.au
date verification of James Motorcycle
James Model 9
I have an early V-Twin James Motorcycle and need to verify date of
Manufacture. The Motorcycle may have been used by Russian Forces in WWI.
The Engine capacity is 660cc. The Bore and Stroke is 70mm x 86mm and the
Wheels 28" diameter x 3". The cyclinders are cast with jaggered fins. All
chain drives. The chain covers are easily removed. Magneto at rear
of engine on down tube. Mine has all aluminum chain covers and I have interchangeable
wheels front and back. Mine also has a front brake which is exactly
the same size as the rear brake and interchangeable. The engine number
is BJ109 and the Frame number is 4530. I am trying to date the motorcycle
and find out whatever I can about it. No luck so far.Any help would be
apprciated.
Kevin
Australia
............
The Gearbox number is 1453.
Thu Jan 11 2007
wrc7001humboldt.edu
Identification
Jame ML
I recently aquired a motorcycle I believe to be James ML
On the lug that
the seat springs sits there is the number
ML 29 L stamped into it.
Is there any way to identify this bike?
Any information you can give me would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Bill Clem
California
Fri Jan 05 2007
stuart.howsontiscali.co.uk
electrical problem fuel cap
james cavalier
I have the above bike but when I turn on the head light the engine
cuts out ,and the bike is missing petrol tank cap can anyone help
mansfield uk
Thu Dec 14 2006
Kimcortmaltanet.net
james k17 125cc
I would like a workshop manual book,parts book list. My frame number
is b3833 and engine aaa27649.the last number is 1 or d im not sure.I would
like to restor it and I need some help.if you have the manual book or parts
book is it good for you to pay you with a cheque and to whom I will adress
it. Thank u
malta
Mon Dec 11 2006
warrenmccreadyxtra.co.nz
motor cycles
james captain 1954-1957
where in new zealand can i find some parts etcz
Fri Dec 29 2006
macmageetksinc.us
James 125cd
My buddy doesn't have a computer, so I'm inquiring for him. He'd like
a photo of his old James 125cc. He had it in the mid 50's in the USA. Any
sites for pics?
Mac
Arizona, USA
Mon Dec 11 2006
bev_n_willhotmail
1928 james
does any one need frame or brass flywheel
bill
london
Sat Dec 09 2006
reidmossmanxtra.co.nz
New Contact
James Comet , Cadet or ML125 ?
Hi, I have a James ML or Comet First Registerd NZ 09.03.1950 In pieces,
about to be reassembled , have all parts except H/bars & clamps, Stand,
It has a Ridgid Rear end with Single Conical Front Spring. Chasiss #DO1277
Like Comet Pictured with Girl From Canada. Engine#8487707 125cc I think
its a Mark 12D . I have a Book of the Villiers Engine.Covers up to
1969 Motorcycles, by the Pitman Motor Cyclists Library. By C grange .Copys
were Reprinted in 1970.
If you have any Colour photos other than whats on your site i would
be very interesed, so i can identify what i have.Please feel free to Contact
me if you could put me in contact with other owners of similar Bikes.
Thanks Reid Mossman
Auckland , New Zealand
Wed Dec 06 2006
dunxcaol
Spares help
James Cadet 150 J15 1955
Hi,
I'm looking for spares for the above - especially the complete slider
rear suspension (I do have the springs and end caps, but nothing else).
I've tried a few contacts but either get no response at all (James website
etc.) or the contacts don't have spares (Vale-Onslow). Can anyone help?
I'm prepared to get this stuff made, but I'd need dimensions etc. to start.
Thanks in anticipation,
Duncan
Wiltshire
Tue Nov 28 2006
garry.howitthalliburton
Identifying a james?
Captain 200cc
Can someone tell me what year the james i have in the attached photo
is and is this the colour it should be, alos is this a Villiers or AMC
engine?
Scotland
Sun Nov 05 2006
michaelburgdorf.dk
It is a James Comet / J11 from 54/55
comet 54-55
I need a piston to a 98cc
Denmark
Mon Nov 06 2006
casadelaguilantlworld
AMC 15T Workshop Manual
James Cadet M15
I am looking for a workshop manual for the AMC 15T engine. Also a AMC
15t engine complete or spares
Yorkshire
Tue Oct 17 2006
PJONES9999YAHOO
Magneto flywheel w/coil plate assembly
Famous James 9D
Looking for magneto flywheel with coil plate assembly. 1948 Villiers
engine.
Florida USA
Tue Oct 03 2006
minncushaol
James frame
I have been told that this is a James frame.
The only thing I know it that the tire size is 2.75 x 19
Sept 5th 2006
subject: part needed
Email: ronkrillsympatico.ca
message: i have a 1957 james 250 commodore and need the pawl spring
that keeps the bike in gear. do you know where i can get this spring?
Wed Aug 16 2006
angus mcleodhotmail
james 197cc
frame number el206 69
can you please tell me what model of motorcycle this is also what type
of carb i need as the carb is missing regards. angus
bude uk
Wed Aug 02 2006
Mikenasaleze
Harry James was my Great Uncle
Really nice to know the James bikes live on.
Ramsey, Isle of Man
Sat Jul 22 2006
daveallienetcall.com.au
James motor cycle
Can you tell me what model James this engine was fitted to and what
capacity it is?
Engine Num. 799A/4155
Australia
It appears to be a 4 speed 223cc
made from 1953-57. Bore x Stroke 63 x 72, Rotor (R127) Armature (A131)
Carb ( S25). Ed.
Tue Jun 27 2006
abychawskiyahoo
james 1952
I need engine parts for 1952 james with williers engine; piston bearings
and seals clutch, gears [3 speed]
California
Mon Jun 05 2006
naylorsmenstonuk.fsnet.co.uk
James Motorcycle 1958/59
Hi
My pal (has no Computer) has asked me to see if it is possible to get
a James petrol tank badge he has the bike in bits and just told me it's
a 1958/9 James could you reply with an address or telephone number of any
supplier of James parts
Many thanks
Menston (England)
Tue Jun 06 2006
jopterraworld.net
need parts for rebuild
1948-49 James
Seeking contacts for items neede to restore 49 model
Texas
Wed May 10 2006
tom09ukyahoo
Wiring Diagram
1955 James Cadet
hello, I was hoping you could help. I am restoring a 1955 150cc James
cadet. I have reached the stage of wiring and need to find a diagram so
I can do it correctly. I hope you can help. many thanks indeed. All the
best, Tom
London
Brucemain-smith.com
list both a rider's instruction book and a parts manual for the Cadet.
It's likely that one of these books will include a wiring diagram. Ed.
..................
I have attached a photo of the bike. The wires are nearly all there.
I was just wondering where the 6V battery fits in to the circuit and on
the bike? Also
the wire that comes off the dynamo located in the engines connects
to where? Many thanks indeed for your help! All the best, Tom.
Fri Apr 21 2006
jmo17686bigpond.net
what year ?
james villers mark 1
i d please barrel )K
B7281
IMC
housing 797 3394
Cairns Aust.
Sun Apr 16 2006
lisaj.parkertiscali.co.uk
My wires are crossed
James Captain 1963
I need to sort the wiring out on a 63 captain does anyone know where
i could obtain a diagram from I would be most greatfull for any help. Thanks
Chris.
Colchester Essex
I have attached a couple of photos of the bike which was my late brothers
& hasn't run since the mid seventies. The bike has the original switch
gear but has wires hanging out everywhere & needs a total rewire.
Sun Apr 09 2006
paulatwoodsidebtinternet
Is it still alive
James L20 sports captain
I wonder if this bike from my teens is still around reg. No. 802DOU
it had chrome side panels and an avon rave fairing. If anyone has
a picture of a sports captain I would dearly love one, just to make a disabled
old man happy
shropshire
Wed Feb 22 2006
ronkrillsympatico.ca
parts needed
i have a 57 james 250 commodore and need a seat, headlight, front fender
and all handlebar switches
chatham,ontario canada
Wed Feb 01 2006
concept-pro.incvideotron.ca
Need informations????
HI my name is Serge
I' m sending you a picture of my "JAMES" motorcycle
1) Can you tell me the year?
2) Where can i find parts for it?
3) The price of it when restore?
thank you
serge deblois wrote:
I looked on the JAMES MOTORCYCLE website and in 1950 all the
front
suspension show are ligthweigth fork and my front suspension is a spring,i
have suspension in the back too.
Here is some pictures so that you can see it.
MY serial number is located on the frame, the front braket of the engine
and
we read it as:
53
93 55 53
Thanks
SERGE
I'm very confident that your
bike is a Comet of 1950-52 vintage, Serge. Have a look at this page:
http://www.cybermotorcycle.com/gallery/james/
I have not been able to track down anything related to
those numbers. The numbers you need are on the alloy crankcase of the engine,
and the frame number which will most likely be on the steering head of
the frame.
Fri Jan 27 2006
tomncoralxtra.co.nz
James headlight switch
I own a 150cc James,possibly 1939, It's missing a head light switch.
On top of the headlamp there is a brass badge inscribed Villiers VEC Wolverhampton.anyone
know where I can get an replacement? Looks as though it had some sort of
spring under the switch.
Cheers Tom Davies
Mon Dec 12 2005
spidersman1cs
1948 james motorcycle with villars motor
i need a front rim and information on what i have.motor is in good
shape plus have a spare motor.
Sun Dec 11 2005
sn_apperukyahoo.co.uk
Model ID?
Hi
I wonder if you could definitely identify the model of my first motorcycle
which I think was a Commadore. It had a 250cc AMC two stroke engine, fully
enclosed chain case, welded control levers. Sorry about the quality of
the photo but it was taken on a Poloroid camera about 1967! It shows me
and a work mate Michael Corley, outside the Duckam's Oil blending works
in Fulham where we both worked in the quality control lab.
Thu Sep 29 2005
claresnyder.on.ca
villiers transmission diagram
A friend has a 1952 James with a Villiers
197? engine. The transmission is in pieces in a box. We need a diagram
of the trans showing where all the parts go - blow-up diagram would be
fine.
8th August 2005
mcontellaonsolidated.net
I have a 1945 Simplex Servi-Cycle, a small bike made in New Orleans
from 1935 to 1960, which I am restoring and now have running. I had one
when I was about 14. I'm also in the market for a James ML.
I had one of them when I was in my late teens. They are somewhat
rare but can still be found occasionally on ebay in the U.S.
Thanks for your interest,
Milt
1st August 2005
subject: James 1956 Captain 197cc.
Email: rapleymetservcie
message: Looking for sales brochure, colour pics, details, etc.
Thu Jun 23 2005
fosterigofree.indigo.ie
James Comet
Hi
Need some assistance and information if possible, have come across
a James Comet
Frame No J3/2044
Engine 98cc ?
Can you tell the age of bike from this, and any other info, thanks
Are parts available
Iain Foster
Coolbeg, Rossnowlagh, County Donegal
Many thanks....
Mon Apr 25 2005
tlizzy999 at mac
1942 James military Lightweight 125cc
Looking for parts book or coil and electric diagrams. Thanks
Date: Sat, 19 Mar 2005
subject: help needed
Email: ronkrill at sympatic.ca
message: i put another gear box on my 57 250 commodore and the engine
doesnt want to go i9n. the frame brakets are rubbing on the back of the
gear box,. i tryed to lift the front of the engine push it down ,every
thing ,what the trick. you tell me.
February 12th 2005
Original James motorcycle Factory advertising poster advertising the
James Cadet and Colonel models on Ebay
January 23rd 2005
Item on Ebay UK
Vendor's Description:
"James motorcycle range issued at the National Motorcycle Show in 1952.
My uncle picked this brochure up with several others at this show as
he used to regularly attend the National Shows every year.
The brochure is A5 in size and is printed in black and red half tone.
It covers models, Comet J11, Cadet J5, Captain K7, Colonel K12, Commando
J9, Cotswold K7C and lists all technical data of the range.
On the back there is a nice shot of the James Badge. "
April 28, 2002
From Sheldon:
There is now a James Motorcycles Group at Yahoo.com
Please join.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JAMESMOTORCYCLES
The following is from the James Motorcycles Yahoo Group
April 26, 2002
by James Franklin -- j.v.franklin at worldnet.att.net
| Common Name |
Designation |
Years of Manufacture |
| Superlux (JDL) |
Superlux |
1946-49 |
| Superlux (2F) |
Superlux |
1948-54 |
| ML |
ML |
1946-48 |
| Comet 1 |
Comet 1 |
1949-55 |
| Cadet |
Cadet |
1949-55 |
| Captain |
Captain |
1948-53 |
| Cadet |
J5 |
1953-54 |
| Commando |
J9 |
1953-55 |
| Captain |
K7 |
1953-59 |
| Cotswold |
K7C |
1953-57 |
| Colonel |
K12 |
1953-57 |
| Cadet |
J15 |
1954-55 |
| Comet 100 |
L1 |
1955-66 |
| Cadet |
L15 |
1955-59 |
| Commando (7E) |
K7T |
1955-57 |
| Commodore |
L25 |
1955-62 |
| Cavalier |
L17 |
1957-59 |
| Commando (10E) |
K7T |
1958-58 |
| Commando |
L25T |
1958-62 |
| Cotswold |
L25S |
1958-62 |
| Flying Cadet |
L15A |
1959-62 |
| Captain |
L20 |
1959-66 |
| Sports Captain |
L20S |
1961-66 |
| Superswift (2t) |
M25 |
1961-63 |
| Cadet |
M15 |
1962-65 |
| Commando |
M25T |
1962-66 |
| Costwold |
M25R |
1962-64 |
| Superswift |
M25S |
1962-66 |
| Cotswold (Starmaker) |
M25RS |
1964-66 |
| Unknown |
Model M16 |
1965-66 |
January 1, 2002
Subject: Help with JAMES & other British & European Two Strokes.
The British Two Stroke Club of Australia Inc. was founded in 1989 to
serves the needs of owners or those persons interested in Australian, British
& of later years European two & three wheeled vehicles powered
by twostroke engines. When requested, assistance is provided to all enquiries
The club & can be contacted at BTSCA Inc. P.O. Box 6058 KARINGAL,
VICTORIA, 3199, AUSTRALIA .
beere at alphalink.com.au
October 21, 2001
I have recently purchased what appears to be a M25, however most of
the cycle parts are missing, does anyone know of anywhere these items can
be obtained. -- Thanks Tony -- NVTMC at aol
October 10, 2001
Hello from New Zealand
Could you help with a James my friend is fixing up here are some details.
eng no 1ea 9220
frame no h 9563
gbox no mmb 209
mag no 4 pg 12802
Any info or what model or year this bike is would be much appreciated.
Thanks
Dave Murphy -- dmurfruff at xtra.co.nz
April 12, 2001
The British Two-Stroke Register operates an e-mail group at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BritishTwoStroke
You'll find a few James fans here (including myself) who will only be too
happy to sympathize with you. -- Mark Gattenhof -- mgatt
at turboweb.net.au
February 24, 2001
I have a 43 James ML WD. Can you help with any part sources?
-- Thanks! -- Jonathan Lewis -- lewisj
at sprynet
November 6, 2000
I got my grandfathers old bike and I'm trying to figure out what it
is so far it looks like a James ML military bike but I'm having trouble
finding pictures of any 42-45 military versions can you be of help?
Thank you -- Steve -- stja at televar
May 1, 2001
I am 22 years old and a have a James ml bike and was wondering where
to get parts? I live in the United States. thanks for
help -- Chris -- rider1 at compuage
April 23, 2000
Please take a look at our homepage dedicated to James Motorcycles at
http://freespace.virgin.net/mw.berrie [404]
The site has been established for 5 years now
Mike Berrie -- MICHAEL BERRIE -- mw.berrie at
virgin.net
I am looking for a 175 -178 cc engine and transmission for a james ml
. I am almost certain it carried a Villiers 2 stroke If anyone would know
the location of this item it would be appreciated -- Roy N.
Eddleman Thanks so much. -- sploogie at YadTel.Net
If you have a query about James motorcycles, or wish to share information
or images of these classic British machines, please contact
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