Matchless G3 LS

"1954 model"

Make Model	Matchless G3 LS
Year	1954 and 1958
Engine	Single cylinder, four stroke, OHV
Capacity	348 cc / 21.2 cub in.
Bore x Stroke	69 x 93 mm
Cooling System	Air cooled
Compression Ratio	1954: 6.5:1 1958: 7.5:1
Lubrication	Dry sump
Oil Capacity	1954: 2.3 L / 4.9 US pints 1958: 2.8 L / 5.9 US pints
Exhaust	Single, chrome silencer
Fuel System	1954: Amal 76, 1-1/16 in. 1958: Amal Monobloc, 1-1/16 in.
Ignition	1954: Magneto, Lucas dynamo 1958: Coil ignition, Lucas alternator
Battery	6V
Starting	Kick
Clutch	Wet, multi-plate
Transmission	4-Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Maximum Power	1954: 11.8 kW / 16 hp @ 5600 rpm 1958: 13.0 kW / 19 hp @ 5750 rpm
Frame	Tubular cradle, single down tube
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork with hydraulic damping
Rear Suspension	1954: Swinging arm, AMC units 1958: Swinging arm, Girling units
Front Brakes	178 mm / 7 in. drum, sls
Rear Brakes	178 mm / 7 in. drum, sls
Wheels	Steel, laced wire spokes
Front Tyre	1954: 3.25 x 19 in. 1958: 3.60 x 19 in.
Rear Tyre	1954: 3.50 x 19 in. 1958: 3.25 x 19 in.
Wheelbase	1436 mm / 56.5 in.
Ground Clearance	1954: 165 mm / 6.5 in. 1958: 178 mm / 7.0 in.
Seat Height	800 mm / 31.5 in.
Wet Weight	179 kg / 395 lbs
Fuel Capacity	17 L / 4.5 US gal
Average Consumption	3.3 L/100 km / 30 km/l / 71 US mpg
Top Speed	121 km/h / 75 mph

"1958 model"