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Royal Enfield 248cc Model S

Royal Enfield 1935 248cc Model S

Probably the fastest machine of its type -certainly the most silent mechanically- Abridged Specification (see page 5).

ENGINE

248 c.c. single cylinder. Bore and stroke 64x77 m/m. Overhead valves, rocker year and push rods totally enclosed and automatically lubricated* Detachable cover for easy adjustment of tappets.

LUBRICATION

Royal Enfield dry-sump lubrication, oil container in crankcase.

CARBURETTOR

Down-draught type. Twist grip control to throttle.

FRONT FORK

Praised steel blades, central compression spring. Two large shock absorbers. Perfect steering and road-holdrng.

GEARBOX

Four-speed with hand control. Ratios: 1.2, 8.4, 11.1 and 18 to 1. Positive change foot control at an extra charge

IGNITION AND

Lucas 6-voft lighting and ignition set, with extra large

LIGHTING SET

battery, Dynamo gear-driven from engine. Control panel in tank.

BRAKES

Internal expanding. 5in. front and rear.

TYRES

Dunlop Cord, 25x3in.

FINISH

Best quality black enamel. Bright parts chromium plated. Tank finished aluminium with green panels.

Model S. 248 c.c. O.H.V.

INCLUDING ELECTRIC LIGHTING SET

Adapted from a catalogue available at Barnstormers NZ