G80s vs G80c

Information relating to the Matchless G80 or AJS Model 18 500cc Heavyweight.
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My_49_G80
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G80s vs G80c

Post by My_49_G80 »

Hi Guys,
Can anyone tell me what the differences are between the '49 G80s and the G80c? I realize that the 'c' stands for completion but what's the difference. Is it the engine or was it the cycle parts too? Is there anything significant? Cheers!
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Re: G80s vs G80c

Post by SPRIDDLER »

Hi Tim.
There seem to be too many differences to list in detail.

The 1949 Spares List (your stated year) covers only the rigid (G80L & G80LC), not your sprung 'S' frame model. However, 'Parts special to Competition models' are listed from page 45:
http://archives.jampot.dk/book/Spares_l ... 0_G80C.pdf

Have a look at the 1950 list which may help with the sprung 'S' model:
http://archives.jampot.dk/book/Spares_l ... ingles.pdf
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Re: G80s vs G80c

Post by Rob Harknett »

There is a huge difference which is clearly seen in the sales cat..
http://archives.jampot.dk/promotional/S ... ow_res.pdf
I believe there is only a picture of the 350 16C ( rigid rear end ) which should only differ by engine size to the 18C, to compare the difference to the 18 ( rigid rear end ) & 18S ( sprung rear end )
Comp bike frame number will have a C suffix
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Re: G80s vs G80c

Post by My_49_G80 »

Thank you for your replies guys
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