1962 Surtees Matchless
Country: Great Britain
Engine: Air-cooled single cylinder 4-stroke
Ignition: Pal magneto
Power Rating: 55hp @ 7,200rpm
Bore x Stroke: 90mm x 78mm
Displacement: 496cc
Valves: Single magnesium alloy Amal Grand Prix carburetor
Fuel System: Front Ceriani telescopic forks, rear twin shock
Brakes: Front Ceriani four leading shoe drum, rear Norton Manx drum
Weight: 245lb
World champion, John Surtees, built this Matchless G50 powered special with the intention of making it as light as possible with extensive use of magnesium alloy and titanium. The frame is a Surtees design, and combines the best features of the Norton featherbed and Matchless G50 chassis.
