1949 Ridgid G80 rear hub

Information relating to the Matchless G80 or AJS Model 18 500cc Heavyweight.
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Robert Walch.
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1949 Ridgid G80 rear hub

Post by Robert Walch. »

My 1949 ridgid G80 does not have the correct arrangement of spacers etc on the rear axle. It has a larger brake than 1947 and a larger hole in the backing plate. The rear axle is in poor condition and is longer than a 1947 one. Does anyone have a diagram of the correct arrangement of parts with dimensions?


Rohan B.
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1949 Ridgid G80 rear hub

Post by Rohan B. »

Robert,
I have a 1949 rigid AJS Model 18, which I think is the same in the back wheel. What are you missing ? The parts book shows all the required bits, in a disconnected unmeasured way...

Bike is currently a fair way away, but could probably measure bits if you don't get any immediate answers. I had to make a few spacers to suit, just juggled everything about to suit and trial fitted until it worked - but the special shaped bits were all there. Speedo drive gearbox has to be solidly supported both sides, or will crush the thin alloy wall...

Cheers,
Rohan,
Sunny Oz.

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