frankboase wrote:Thanks, Mick, Amazing what you can find when you know where to look.
It's also showing as 'Not insured' on the insurance database:
https://ownvehicle.askmid.com/ Best to keep an eye on that to make sure that it is updated.
You can view or download a manual here but it may be the one you already have. Incidentally the manual advises using the plug spanner that is included in the tool kit.
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/10112 ... =18#manual
I haven't been able to verify whether it has carb or injection fuelling but reference to the above manual (you can do that
) may tell you relative to its year or engine number.
Thanks for filling in the requested details. It would seem, as MickD says, the battery is o.k. at present. My only other thought is that since there are cut-out sensors on the clutch lever and sidestand one or other may be malfunctioning. I believe there is a 'Kill' button on the handlebars which will also prevent the engine from firing even though the starter will still operate so maybe that's dodgy?
Failing the above it would seem that with your 'limited' knowledge and no-one to help locally you will need to speak to the previous owner for help or take it to a dealer. According to the AJS website there are no official AJS dealers within reasonable riding distance of you and from personal experience you may find other dealers unwilling (refusing) to work on it. If you do find a dealer willing to work on it get a diagnosis and quote, then you're welcome to come back here for comments before possibly getting ripped off. We may or may not be able to comment usefully but it's worth a try.