Positioned in AJS's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2016 AJS TN 12 utilizes a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10.2 HP (7.4 kW) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 82.3 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the TN 12 measures 153 kg (337 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (15 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,340 mm (52.8 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 90 km/h (56 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's AJS archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2015 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
82.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (15 kg/HP)
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsBalance shaft
Power10.2 HP (7.4 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Bore x Stroke56.0 x 49.0 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionCoil, CDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet. multi-plate
Performance
Top Speed90.1 km/h (56.0 mph)
Emission DetailsEuro 3
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionTwin reservoir shocks
Wheelbase1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/70-17
Rear Tyre150/60-17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
WheelsAlloy wheels
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight153.0 kg (337.3 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0666 HP/kg
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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