This page contains the October/November/December 1998 postings for our guestbook.
Hello from Across the Pond.... We , the Knights Of Life M.C. are a group of Emergency
Medical Technicians & Paramedics who are motorcycle enthusiasts. We would like to wish
you a Safe & Happy New Year..... Keep The Rubber Side Down
Buzzard <Flthd4ever@aol.com>
I'm from: U.S.A., I ride: Knights Of Life M.C. - Thursday, December 31, 1998 at 12:56:04
(EST)
HAVE HAD THE BIKE FOR 20 ODD YEARS. MY SONS AND I WOULD LIKE TO GET THE OLD GIRL IN
SHAPE AGAIN. LOOKING FOR SPARES AND CONTACT PERSONS.
BRIAN ZONDAGH <bz5@mweb.co.za>
I'm from: south africa, I ride: 500cc 1948 AJS - Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at 12:59:08
(EST)
I am new owner to G12 in need of full restoration so I will in the near future be
joining the rest of you Matchless enthusists. Great page whill be back to often. If any
one in the NE, USA has any spares for sale please let me know. In need of engine gaskets
and handlebars(original). Happy new year every one.
Tim Dufour <DrKopter1@aol.com>
I'm from: Aberdeen, Maryland USA, I ride: New owner G12 - Saturday, December 26, 1998 at
19:50:07 (EST)
Happy new year from owner of G3ls-52 ,
Hans Franzén <hfra@telia.com>
I'm from: Sweden, - Saturday, December 26, 1998 at 06:48:09 (EST)
I would like to wish you all a superb and save 1999 and I love your site. I visit it
once a wile and it improves! Go on.
Quirien Becker <Qubiknld@netscape.net>
I'm from: Netherlands, I ride: AJS?Matchless OC Holland - Friday, December 25, 1998 at
20:02:55 (EST)
Merry Christmas & A Hope Filled New Year to all AJS/Matchless Owners around the
World. The Netto Family
David Netto <dxnetto@tm.net.my>
I'm from: Malaysia, I ride: Kelab Motosikal Klasik Malaysia - Thursday, December 17, 1998
at 09:42:07 (EST)
Just browsing for info on my 1956 G11 (Ithink that's what it is) Thanks
Brian Fishwick <brian.fishwick@amp.com>
I'm from: Australia, - Wednesday, December 16, 1998 at 19:57:15 (EST)
And my email address is!
Gordon Alexander <g.alexander@airways.co.nz>
I'm from: New Zealand, I ride: I ride Matchless and AJS - Tuesday, December 15, 1998 at
23:08:59 (EST)
Greetings from New Zealand and compliments of the season to you all. A reminder that we
are hosting the Kiwi International Jampot Rally 2000 in mid February 2000. The entry form
was in the last issue of "Matchless News" and we would like to see as many of
you from overseas as can make it to what we promise will be the motorcycle rally of your
life. Our contact address is: KIJ2000, PO Box 171, Kaiapoi, New Zealand; Fax +64 3 327
2271 or my email. GET THOSE ENTRIES IN! Regards, Gordon
Gordon Alexander
- Tuesday, December 15, 1998 at 23:04:45 (EST)
Great page! I'm a member - have a 56 AJS model 18CS (orig. Rickman frame) and a new 58
AJS model 31, both of which I race in AHRMA. Looking for a model 14CS or G2CS to restore
and race, replacing my 64 BSA C15 (Nat'l int. champ 1997), and completing my collection.
Also have 53 G80CS basket I will eventually restore. Thanks, dave
David Janiec <lobo@ridgecrest.ca.us>
I'm from: USA, I ride: AJS; Matchless; some BSA - Sunday, December 13, 1998 at 03:27:56
(EST)
Please note my change of address (e-mail). I'm with a new server (bellsouth.net). Also,
I have FINALLY got my '54 18S running & starting correctly thanks to AHRMA Norton Maxn
race rider and a darn good "wrench", Jim Robertson of Folsom LA. Dick Tinsley,
Ocean Springs MS.
Richard Tinsley <ajrider@bellsouth.net>
I'm from: USA, I ride: AJSMOC BMWMOA AHRMA AMA - Saturday, December 12, 1998 at 15:33:19
(EST)
i am interested in any informations about this bike.
john <jvdste@cmd.lu>
I'm from: luxembourg, I ride: matchless g3ls 1951 - Wednesday, December 09, 1998 at
20:17:02 (EST)
I have a G45 and we still race it ,rider Roger Ashby . It is not very reliable but we
love it.It costs us a fortune. Anyone out there got any bits for G45s that are surplus to
their requirements .
James Philbrick <Bernice@philbrick.demon.co.uk>
I'm from: England, I ride: CRMC UK - Monday, December 07, 1998 at 19:09:31 (EST)
great site,I came accross a g80 in a barn near by just yesterday been sitting
awhile,the # on the eng. 58/g803097cs is that mean it is a 1958?
clarkson d.smith ,64.t-100sr <t-140@webtv.net>
I'm from: usa, I ride: brit. iron of ct.,ct.r.v.bmw riders - Monday, December 07, 1998 at
14:34:42 (EST)
Congrats on a excellent site. I ride 1913 D 600cc, 1924 D 770cc, V Twins. 1930 R6
350cc, 1948 18 500cc, 56 30 600ccc, 64 31P 650cc Police Special and 1970 Y50 370cc
Stormer. Am Currently menbership sec for New Zealand Section. Suggest you all come to your
year 2000 International Rally as we are prepareing a real treat. Regards Graham Anderson
Graham Anderson <graham.a@xtra.co.nz>
I'm from: New Zealand, I ride: US, Uk, NZ AJS/Matchless owners clubs - Monday, December
07, 1998 at 03:52:34 (EST)
Can anyone give information on Ernie Dorsett and his diesel engined AJS-MATCHLESS bikes
best Regards Rustan Rimner Krassegången 20 S-507 51 Borås Sweden me e-mail adress is
habakuk@one.se
Rustan Rimner habakuk@one.se
I'm from: Vincent, - Thursday, December 03, 1998 at 14:51:57 (EST)
I got the bike restored in 1992.There are some very good mechanics here who do a
wonderful job. Labor is not expensive but parts are difficult to find.
Asim S. Khan <asimkhan@tx.micro.net.pk>
I'm from: Pakistan, I ride: Matchles 1941 - Tuesday, December 01, 1998 at 10:54:11 (EST)
I have a 1956 AJS 16MS (350CC) bike since 1976 and a 1963/4 Matchless G3 (350CC) since
1980 which I bought brand new. This bike was sitting in a shop in Sibu, Sarawak (island of
BORNEO), since 1964 unsold. I paid the equivalent of US250.00. It's since covered over
6000 miles only and still has the original paintwork. I'd like to hear more of your club
or from it's members. I enjoy going for rides with my wife, Shashi. Cheers. Shalom, dave
David & Shashi Netto <dxnetto@tm.net.my>
I'm from: Malaysia, I ride: Kelab Motosikal Klasik Malaysia - Monday, November 30, 1998 at
06:13:38 (EST)
701 ltx
Tiny <pgar291774@aol.com>
I'm from: Wales, - Saturday, November 28, 1998 at 20:36:46 (EST)
New Internet User. Thorougly enjoy Matchless News
Otto Lindegaard <Otto@thegrid.net>
I'm from: USA, - Saturday, November 28, 1998 at 18:54:17 (EST)
When Kevin Archer visited me a few months ago he indicated that I might be able to
procure through the club an original tailight/license plate frame. Is this possible?
Thanks!
William Wihr <wwihr@pcc.edu>
I'm from: Us of A, - Friday, November 27, 1998 at 04:36:34 (EST)
Very nice presentation, My wife Katie and I have been members of the AJSMOC club for
quite a few years.We have a 1956 Matchless G-11 that is in a "sportsman"
configuration (some thing that Frank Cooper had imported - I found this out via Neil
Peacock who furnished me with the info from the club archives. We also have a selection of
other bikes- a Norton 750, a Triumph Daytona, two BMW's, and of course the odd selection
of Honda (though they all date from 1963 to 1978, so are vintage as far as Japanese goes.
We live on Vashon Island i Puget Sound in Washington State and are members of the VME
(Vintage Motorcycle Enthusiasts), and the Northwest Norton club.We were in New Zealand
during March of this year (1998) and had the priviledge to attend the NZ Jampot Rally in
Taranaki - lots of NICE people . Are working on returning in 2000 -not sure yet, but will
contact Kevin and our friends in NZ when we have worked out the details.
Tom Plucinski <plutk@ptinet.net>
I'm from: USA, I ride: AJSMOC,NORTON Owners(NW & NATIONAL,VME(Seattle,Wa.) -
Wednesday, November 25, 1998 at 12:03:20 (EST)
I sold my 58 AJS 500 in 68 or 69 through an ad in the Toronto Star. I think the serial
number was 58 18CS 2905. I am really curious to know if it is still on the road etc. Has
anybody out there seen this bike?
Larry Wesson <wesson@fox.nstn.ca>
I'm from: Canada, - Sunday, November 22, 1998 at 10:08:29 (EST)
today sunday 22-11-98 i went to look at a 1952/53ajs 350cc sorry do not know model
number can you help (was in very good condition i will more than likely buy it) pleases
advise what you think it may be add a very long stroke
david evans <devan90popihug.co.nz>
I'm from: new zealand, - Sunday, November 22, 1998 at 04:06:33 (EST)
My first big bike was a 1949 AJS 500 in 1954, then a 1953 Matchless /AJS 500 built from
several baskets. Since then i've had many other types. Now i'm looking for another AJ or
Matchless 500 single. It's a fever you can't shake. Regards, nice page. Stormin.
Norm Miller <stormin2@compuserve.com>
I'm from: USA, - Sunday, November 15, 1998 at 19:48:15 (EST)
I belong to this club and also the So. Calif. Norton Owners Club.
Jack Harker <jacsha @ AOL.Com>
I'm from: U.S.A., I ride: I ride a 55 AJS 18S and a 64 Triumph TR6 - Wednesday, November
11, 1998 at 20:12:53 (EST)
In the '60's I owned a '62 Matchless G80CS. In the mid-'70's I found a '52 AJS 18s. I
found it in a small town in New Mexico where I lived...Silver City. Apparently, there used
to be a dealership there. I restored the AJ and kept it until about five years ago, when I
sold it. The person I sold it to still has it and wants to sell it back to me. I miss it
and may take him up on it. I also had many NOS Lucas stuff that I aquired in the
mid-'70's. Had an original manual also. If i re-buy the machine, I can get all of this
stuff back. The machine is in very good condition. If anyone is interested, E-mail me.
steven walker <sfwalker@overland.net>
I'm from: us, I ride: ajs and matchless - Monday, November 09, 1998 at 11:07:31 (EST)
This request is on a friends behalf. He came across a complete 1950(?) Matchless
motor/tranny at a garage sale for $20.00! He would like to know more about the motor ( ie.
history & literature). The serial # is 59 / 31CS(R)X0518. The "R" is above
the of the letters & numbers but falls "between" the "S" &
"C". If any one could help it would be greatly apperciated.
Aaron Nelson <AFN4@aol.com>
I'm from: USA, I ride: I own a Hawk NT650 GT and a Bandit 400 - Sunday, November 08, 1998
at 02:48:21 (EST)
would like help finding parts for a 50's 250cc single matchless. will need piston,
crankshaft and others. thank-you, julian
julian poczatek <poczatek@aol.com>
I'm from: usa, I ride: ahrma - Saturday, November 07, 1998 at 18:58:25 (EST)
I've got several completely refurbished short or long dynamos for sale. I can set them
up for + or - ground with MCR2 or elecrtonic regulators and 6 or 12 volts. I also
refurbish dynamos regardless of condition.
Perry Gerhart <pkgerhart#aol.com>
I'm from: usa, I ride: AJS/MAT, velocette, vincent, FSSNOC, Rotary - Friday, November 06,
1998 at 19:54:24 (EST)
Much appreciation to Wayne for all his work on this site. My 1961 G80CS is for sale due
to too many bikes and too old to kick them. The G80CS is in excellent condition and goes
with several hundred pounds of new and used spares. Check with John Deiderich for
verification. Interested? Perry
Perry K. Gerhart <pkgerhart@aol.com>
I'm from: USA, I ride: AJS/MAT, Vincent, Velocette, FSSNOC, Rotary - Friday, November 06,
1998 at 19:49:55 (EST)
In my youth in England, my last motorbike was a 1961 G12 DL.Many great memories and a
repeating dream. Now I live in Toronto and ride a BMW K75S. Another beautiful machine but
I would still love to ride/own my ideal from the past. Keep the faith.
Roy Roden <roy.roden@stoneweb.com>
I'm from: Ontario Canada, I ride: Matchless - Wednesday, October 28, 1998 at 10:21:13
(EST)
Looking for a P11
Colin Steer <GOSCARD@AOL.COM>
I'm from: UK, I ride: Norton N15CSR,Matchless G15CS, Triton T120R,Ducati 450RT +++ -
Friday, October 23, 1998 at 18:15:54 (EDT)
About to buy a "found in a barn" AJS. Appears to be a 50's vintage Model 30.
Missing fr fender, some wiring, seat and misc hardware. Seller nor I know where to begin
on price. Any advice appreciated. Want to restore & RIDE!
Wayne Morris Sr. <vwmorris@erols.com>
I'm from: USA, I ride: Japanese Touring & Dirt - Friday, October 23, 1998 at 08:46:03
(EDT)
Hallo, Nice page. We all like to ride AJS or Matchless. We are not alone. Keep them on
the road. I ride my '49 G80 for 16 years and it's still going strong.
Peter Bos (not Peter Ros !!) <peter.bos.bouwadvies@wxs.nl
>
I'm from: Nederland, I ride: AJS/Matchless ver. NL - Wednesday, October 21, 1998 at
15:59:47 (EDT)
I am trying to revive the pieces of an 1947 AJS Model 18 that I bought this year.
Looking for help, last September I became member of the AMOC North American Section
through this web page: THANK YOU! I am not alone now!
Walter Amongero <amongero@fiqus.unl.edu.ar>
I'm from: Argentina, I ride: AMOC North American Section - Wednesday, October 21, 1998 at
09:40:20 (EDT)
I have owned my G80CS for approximately eleven years and have been a club member for
almost as long.Great mag and all the hard work IS appreciated guys.I am hoping to restore
the beast this year and maybe make it to some rallies.
Paul Thompson <triumph2@home.com>
I'm from: Canada, I ride: Matchless Norton triumph - Monday, October 19, 1998 at 18:46:48
(EDT)
i have a 56 g80cs bitsa put together a bike a guy take to races and remove lights and
race
p rees <phsrees>
I'm from: usa, I ride: prostar dragracer - Sunday, October 18, 1998 at 21:22:12 (EDT)
In desparate need of parts suppliers for my little 250! Have 3 months of winter to look
forward to and would like to be rolling by spring. any suggestions please email at
olivares@xmission.com .......thanks to all
marc olivares <olivares@xmission.com>
I'm from: usa, I ride: 1958 ajs model 14 - Wednesday, October 14, 1998 at 21:57:52 (EDT)
I own and manage the British Beer Company in Plymouth Mass. We would love to hear from
all of you if your ever in the area. Britishbeer.com
Gary Simon <gsimon1699@aol.com>
I'm from: USA, I ride: All Bikes - Wednesday, October 14, 1998 at 12:17:05 (EDT)
My husband's great grandfather was AJS. (By the way, J was for John not Jack as a
couple sites list). The family home is being shut down and we've acquired a stack of old
pictures, programs from races on the Isle of Mann and a couple of marketing pieces along
with a great picture of the "Blessing of the Machines" in an anglican church.
Would anybody be interested in having them? We're not motor cycle fans & don't really
want to keep them.
Jacque Blundell <malcom_j_blundell@fanniemae.com>
I'm from: USA, - Monday, October 12, 1998 at 12:25:52 (EDT)
I would like to know if anyone has experience installing a oil filter on a G80CS? If
so, where did you buy one? Is it working well?
Michael Muir-Harmony <Circle@shaysnet.com>
I'm from: USA, I ride: Matchless OC - Sunday, October 11, 1998 at 09:20:11 (EDT)
I,VE JUST BOUGHT A MATCHLESS 500 SINGLE I HOPE I DO AS GOOD A JOB AT RESTORING IT AS
SOME OF THE PHOTOS I,VE VIEWED
PO BOX 890 NHULUNBUY N.T 0881
thomas niven
I'm from: australia, I ride: matchless g80 1947 - Wednesday, October 07, 1998 at 02:52:47
(EDT)
I own a 1952 AJS 500 Compy. I am setting up for Classic racing. Can anyone suggest a
suitable carby for both scramble and road race. I inherited the bike from my late father
fully restored. Keen to correspond with other owners of similar bike who are crazy enought
to put them on the track. Cheers mates.
MARK RIEDEL <riedelnt@octa4.net.au>
I'm from: AUSTRALIA, I ride: NUMEROUS - Monday, October 05, 1998 at 05:34:39 (EDT)
great site, love the pics. tnks.
ivan patenaude <ipatenaude@sprint.ca>
I'm from: canada, I ride: club member - Saturday, October 03, 1998 at 11:39:11 (EDT)
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