1956 AJS Model 30 600 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around AJS's allround motorcycle platform, the 1956 AJS Model 30 600 utilizes a 593 cc (36.2 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 33 HP (24.1 kW) at 6,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 55.6 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Model 30 600 measures 178 kg (392 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.19 HP/kg (5.39 kg per horsepower). The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 152 km/h (94 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's AJS archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1956 to 1957, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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