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MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
AND
INSTRUCTION
BOOK
1955
350 c.c. and 500 c.c.
for
MATCHLESS
SPRING FRAME AND RIGID
SINGLE CYLINDER MODELS
PRICE 2/6 NETT
MATCHLESS
M O T O R C Y C L E S
PROPRIETORS : ASSOCIATED MOTOR CYCLES LIMITED
PLUMSTEAD LONDON S.E.18

Table of Contents

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Summary

INTRODUCTION

DATA

PART SPECIFICATIONS

CONTROLS

DRIVING PROCEDURES

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine from cold.

On the Road Operation

Guidance on moving off, changing gears, and general riding.

Running In Period

Procedures and advice for the initial running-in of a new machine.

CHECKING OIL CIRCULATION

LUBRICATION

Lubricants To Use

Recommended oils and greases for various motorcycle components.

ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM

Engine Oil Circulation

Explains the flow of oil through the engine lubrication system.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Periodical Maintenance Overview

Details regular maintenance tasks based on time intervals.

ENGINE SERVICE PROCEDURES

VALVE TIMING

TAPPET ADJUSTMENT

IGNITION TIMING ADJUSTMENT

CARBURETTER SERVICE

Carburetter Function Explained

Explanation of how the carburettor controls fuel supply to the engine.

Carburetter Adjustment Guide

Guidance on adjusting the carburettor for optimal performance.

TRANSMISSION SERVICE

Gear Box Operation and Removal

Description of the gear box operation and removal procedures.

CLUTCH SPRING ADJUSTMENT

CHAIN ADJUSTMENT

FORK & FRAME SERVICE

Steering Head Adjustment

Steps for adjusting the steering head bearings for proper steering.

Front Forks (Teledraulic)

Explanation of the telescopic front fork mechanism and components.

Front Fork Topping Up

REAR SUSPENSION

WHEELS AND BRAKES

Front Wheel Service

Procedures for removing and refitting the front wheel.

BRAKE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

USEFUL INFORMATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Tracing Troubles

Common failures, their probable causes, and troubleshooting steps.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Ignition System Details

Information on the magneto ignition system and its components.

Charging System Operation

Information on the dynamo, regulator, and battery charging system.

Matchless G80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Transmission4-speed
Rear SuspensionSwingarm with twin shock absorbers
Front BrakeDrum
Rear BrakeDrum
CarburetorAmal
IgnitionMagneto
Compression Ratio7.5:1
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Fuel Capacity3.5 gallons (approximate)
Wheelbase56 inches (approximate)
Seat HeightApprox. 31 inches
Displacement497cc

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