1952 AJS 16MC Trials Bike
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Highlights
- Carefully restored to factory specification
- Rare and desirable competition specification 16MC
- Independently checked by marque specialist Ken De Groome
- Thick history file documenting history and restoration
The Appeal
AJS post-war 16M was an evolution of the firm’s wartime bike but it won over buyers because it was simple, rugged and low maintenance. Those same qualities made it a hit as a trials bike.
To capitalise on this the firm created a special model, the 16MC. These bikes had modified frames, petrol tanks and forks. Many buyers also swapped out the standard 19in wheels for 18in ones.
The AJS & Matchless Owners Club confirms this as a genuine factory competition model. Their records indicate it is a 1954 model, although DVLA records state 1952. It has been comprehensively restored to factory-correct specification. This is carefully detailed in the history file shown in the photographs.
The vendor acquired this 16MC in 2018 to add to his extensive high-end classic bike collection. Sparingly used in that time it is now available for another discerning enthusiast to enjoy.
The History and Paperwork
- DVLA records state first registered on 28th August 1952
- Records from the AJS and Matchless Owners Club indicate this is a 1954 factory built bike
- Eight registered keepers
- Current keeper acquired bike on 4th March 2018 via auction
- Thick history file in carefully annotated folder
- Photographic record of restoration including mechanical overhaul
- Extensive and detailed history of the restoration in photographs
- Described as having had a ‘full competition life’
- Last MOT expired 13th April 2012 with no advisories
- Reported to have been restored some time ago by a previous keeper to factory specification
- A previous keeper reports that it was then checked by marque expert Ken De Groome
- Engine number 53/18/1273C and frame 5748C, both carrying ‘C’ competition suffix
The Condition
- Older restoration carefully replicating the factory specification detailed in photographs
- Very good condition bike in factory-correct trim
- Restored Competition frame with welded head stock and different rake angle
- 1954-only lightweight ridge frame which is 6lbs lighter than standard
- Ridge tail shortened to accommodate 18in wheels, a common period mod
- Frame was carefully checked for structural strength and condition during restoration
- Forks restored during restoration to factory specification
- 1954 petrol tank to Competition trials specification
- Tank restored and painted with AJS lettering and decals - no transfers
- Wheels rebuilt by Hagan to correct 18in specification
- Fitted with optional factory-correct lighting kit incorporating updates noted in photos
The Mechanics
- Fully detailed mechanical restoration recorded in history file and photographs
- Rebuilt 1954 350cc engine with 1954 500cc bottom casing
- We are told the 500cc casing is interchangeable with the 350cc version
- Engine was stripped and checked prior to rebuilding as shown in photographs
- Rebuilt gearbox with specification outlined in photographs
- Carburettors replaced with factory-specification 276 pre-Monobloc specification
- No reported running or riding issues
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1952
- Make AJS
- Model Model 16
- Colour Black
- Odometer 111 Miles
- Engine size 350
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Steveage
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
16
bids
- Ri•••• £7,500 16/04/24
- au•••• £6,500 12/04/24
- ia•••• £6,250 12/04/24
- au•••• £5,900 12/04/24
- ia•••• £5,750 12/04/24
- Ri•••• £5,300 12/04/24
- 46•••• £5,200 12/04/24
- Ri•••• £5,100 12/04/24
- Ri•••• £4,900 12/04/24
- ia•••• £4,550 12/04/24
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