NEWS
ABSAF proudly introduces.....
The new G80/85CS Matchless engine
Click on the photo for more photos
On the outside these engines are virtually identical to the original
Matchless engine. The only visible differences are that they have a 10mm
central spark plug instead of the original 14mm plug, and the inlet flange is a
little bit larger and has the carb mounting holes 65mm apart in order to make it
possible to fit an Amal GP2 or 1000 series concentric carb. No one has
spotted the differences when inspecting the engine for differences, except on
this photo which was taken before the engines were completely finished.
The internals are greatly improved. The crankshaft is of the well
proven ABSAF pressed up type with needle big end bearing and a longer than
standard Carillo conrod. The forged piston is of modern design and is much
lighter than the original. The barrel is one piece aluminium, nikasil
plated, so there is no liner. Piston to barrel clearance is 0.05mm.
The crankshaft bearings are metric roller bearings with brass cages and can
take very high loads. The valves have 5/16" stems and are slightly bigger
than original. Valve guides are phosphor bronze and the coil valve springs
are very high quality.
The G85CS cams are Vernier adjustable and run in needle bearings. Head
bolts and studs have been redesigned. All dimensions and threads are as
original except for the crank bearing housings.
Rockers were also redesigned at the valve end for better geometry and
lubrication.
Questions? Just ask.
Our price list for the individual parts will appear in the summer, we will
not be selling spares until then, only complete engines.
500cc engine
bore 86 x stroke 85.5
600cc engine bore 90 x stroke 92.5 For more photos
click here.
Simon Schram builds a Gold Star Crosser and it wins
first time out
Simon Schram built this Rickman crosser for his son
Simon Schram Jr. to take part in national Classic Cross events. It was
carefully done and took a lot of time this summer, but all the effort was
rewarded. First time out it won both races! Sadly the season has
more or less finished so now the Schram family has to wait until next year
to ride out again, but they will be using that time to improve their bike even
more.
June 2007 - Update - Simon Schram Sr. and Jr. have
been winning nationally and internationally and look set to win the Dutch
championship
For more photos click on the photograph.
Metisse ABSAF from France
Here's another Tender Loving Care project, this one
is from France, made by Philippe Dariosecq. The Rickman Metisse was adapted to
fit the Gold Star by using different engine plates. Amazing how different
two red Rickman Metisse ABSAFs can be!
For more photos click
here or on the photographs.
ABSAF T-Shirts
For all your motorcycle T-shirts, not just your ABSAF T-shirts, you should
try Motomania, www.motomania.nl.
They print very heavy duty t-shirts, hoodies, sports vests etc, and you can mix
and match print and garment choosing your own colour for either. You can
also ask them to print your own logo or design, they are very helpful. And
if after perusing all the goodies they have on offer you still can't find what
you want then just ask.
 
Frank Deihl online again.
For customers in the USA looking for classic bike spares, here is a link to
Frank Deihl's new website:
www.classicycleworks.com His new address is 734 Dillon Drive, Georgetown, South Carolina
29440, phone 843-520-0481. Frank's website is on line again now
after being updated.
Contact
Frank Deihl for magnetos for British Bikes.
Download our 2007 pricelist here:
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