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Royal Enfield SPRING FRAME O.H.V. 250cc CLIPPER 1954 User Manual

Royal Enfield SPRING FRAME O.H.V. 250cc CLIPPER 1954
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ROYAL ENFIELD WORKSHOP MANUAL
WORKSHOP
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FOR THE
Royal
Enfield
19541957
SPRING FRAME O.H.V.
250cc CLIPPER
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Royal Enfield SPRING FRAME O.H.V. 250cc CLIPPER 1954 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Displacement248cc
Compression Ratio6.5:1
IgnitionMagneto
Frame TypeSpring frame
Suspension FrontTelescopic forks
Suspension RearRigid
Brakes FrontDrum
Brakes RearDrum
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, overhead valve (OHV)
Transmission4-speed
Top Speed70 mph
Wheelbase1350 mm
Weight137 kg (302 lbs)
Fuel Capacity3.5 gallons

Summary

SECTION B3 Engine Specification

Engine Description

Detailed description of the 248cc vertical single four-stroke engine.

Ignition and Lighting System

Overview of the 6-volt battery, AC alternator, and rectifier system.

Carburettor Types

Mentions Amal Type 274/BS/3A or 375/10, referencing other sections.

Lubrication System Details

Detailed explanation of the dry-sump lubrication system.

Gearbox Overview

Description of the four-speed, constant-mesh gearbox.

Clutch Mechanism

Details of the three-plate clutch with cork inserts.

SECTION C3 Service Operations with Engine in Frame

Valve Timing Adjustment

Procedure for checking and setting valve timing marks.

Tappet Clearance Adjustment

Method for adjusting tappet clearances when the engine is cold.

Ignition Timing Setting

Details on setting ignition timing using automatic advance.

Cylinder Head Removal

Steps for removing the cylinder head assembly.

SECTION D3 Service Operations with Engine out of Frame

Engine Removal from Frame

Step-by-step guide for removing the engine from the motorcycle frame.

Crankcase Dismantling

Procedure for separating the crankcase halves.

SECTION E2 Gearbox and Clutch

Gearbox Dismantling

Detailed steps for dismantling the gearbox.

Clutch Dismantling and Reassembly

Steps for removing and reassembling the clutch.

Clutch Control Adjustment

How to adjust the clutch cable and control.

SECTION F1 AMAL NEEDLE TYPE CARBURETTER

Carburetter Operation and Parts

Explanation of carburettor operation and identification of parts.

Carburetter Tuning Tips

Practical advice for carburettor tuning.

Tracing Carburetter Faults

Guide to diagnosing carburettor mixture richness or weakness.

Carburetter Tuning Parts

Identification of parts used for carburettor tuning.

Tuning Amal Carburetters

Step-by-step procedure for tuning Amal needle jet carburetters.

SECTION F2 AMAL MONOBLOC CARBURETTER

Monobloc Carburetter Tips

Practical advice for Amal Monobloc carburettors.

Monobloc Carburetter Operation and Parts

Explanation of Monobloc carburettor operation and part identification.

Monobloc Carburetter Hints and Tips

Advice for starting, cable controls, and petrol feed for Monobloc.

Tracing Monobloc Carburetter Faults

Guide to diagnosing Monobloc carburettor mixture issues.

Monobloc Carburetter Tuning Parts

Identification of parts for tuning Monobloc carburetters.

SECTION G2c Miller A.C. Generator and Rectifier

General System Description

Overview of the Miller AC generator, rectifier, and battery charging system.

Switch Position Functions

Explanation of the different positions on the lighting and ignition switch.

System Circuits and Diagrams

Reference to wiring diagram and explanation of circuits.

Ignition Timing Procedure

Procedure for setting ignition timing with automatic advance.

Charging System Fault Finding

Troubleshooting guide for charging system faults.

SECTION G2d Lucas A.C. Lighting-Ignition System

System Component Overview

Overview of the Lucas AC lighting-ignition system components.

Alternator Model RM13 Details

Details of the RM13 alternator, its construction and function.

Alternator Circuit Connections

Explanation of the alternator stator and coil connections.

Contact Breaker Unit Maintenance

Lubrication and cleaning of the contact breaker unit.

Contact Breaker Setting Adjustment

Procedure for checking and adjusting the contact breaker gap.

SECTION G4a Battery Model PUZ7E

PUZ7E Battery General Description

Description of the "dry charged" PUZ7E battery.

Battery Preparation for Service

Instructions for filling the battery with electrolyte.

Routine Battery Maintenance

Regular checks for electrolyte level and cleaning.

SECTION G4b Battery Model PUZ5E

PUZ5E Battery General Description

Description of the "dry charged" PUZ5E battery.

Battery Preparation for Use

Instructions for preparing the battery for use.

Routine Maintenance for PUZ5E

Regular maintenance of the battery.

SECTION H1 Frame

Frame Construction Description

General description of the frame construction and features.

SECTION J2 Front Fork

Front Fork Description

Description of the telescopic front fork.

Front Fork Dismantling

Steps for dismantling the fork for servicing.

SECTION K2 Front Wheel

Front Wheel Removal from Fork

Steps to remove the front wheel from the fork.

SECTION L3 Rear Wheel (Non-Detachable Type)

Rear Wheel Description

Overview of rear wheel types and features.

Inner Tube Removal (Wheel Fitted)

How to remove the inner tube with the wheel fitted.

Rear Wheel Removal and Replacement

Steps for removing the rear wheel from the frame.

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