1953 AJS 347cc 16MS Na sprzedaż w aukcji

This motorcycle is Lot 381 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Autumn Stafford Sale (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show) on October 10th – 11th, please see the Bonhams Motorcycles Website for full details.

Auction Timings:
Lots 201 - 407 are to be sold from 11AM local time on Sunday 11th October 2026.

Public Viewing:
Available 10th & 11th October 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Staffordshire County Showground (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show).

Lot 381

1953 AJS 347cc 16MS
Registration no. KAS 998
Frame no. 98637
Engine no. 53/ 16MS 17759

• Original specification 1950s big single
• Running, useable condition

AJS were relative latecomers to motorcycle manufacture in 1909. When they ran into financial troubles in 1931 they were taken over by Matchless. In 1938 the group name was changed to Associated Motor Cycles Limited. Always a mainstay of the AJS range, the 350cc capacity was first equipped with overhead valves from 1923. During the war, the Matchless version of the 350 was one of the main despatch riders' mounts, and after the conflict, AJS announced the model 16M as soon as possible, to get back into civilian production. Basically the WD model, with a different paint scheme, it was to remain in the range, with variations, until 1966.

The vendor acquired KAS 998 early in 2026 from an acquaintance. It had been restored by a previous owner during 1992 to 2002, as examination of the invoices on file reveals.
The machine starts, runs and drives, with everything working as it should. The vendor advises that, if standing unused for a period of time, in common with most AMC singles, it will tend to wet-sump. There is a dating certificate on file from the AJS / Matchless Owners club confirming it was manufactured in 1953. Since its last MoT in 2002, the machine has covered only 47 miles. Having purchased other bikes recently, the machine is now surplus to the vendor's requirements due to space restrictions.

Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5, an expired MoT certificate, the aforementioned invoices, a copy spares list, and sundry papers. Presently on SORN.

£1, 800 - 2, 400

All lots are sold ‘as is/ where is’ and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, mileage, engine capacity and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.