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James. 1911. 3½ h.p.  Safety Model 1 & 2

Homepage  Pre war index 1911 models 1911 Safety Model 1 & 2  
Chassis - special design as illustrated
Wheels and tyres 26" x  2¼" mounted on live axles, front fitted with shock absorber
Patented hubs and hub centre steering system
Internal expansion band brakes
Belt rim separately mounted on live axle
James 3½ h.p. engine.  86mm x 96mm (557cc)
Brown & Barlow carburettor
Handlebar control for ignition and carburettor
Multiple disc clutch in belt pulley on rear wheel-(Model number 2 only)
Interchangeable wheels
Single sided hubs allowing puncture repair whilst wheel remain on the hubs
Bosch high tension magneto, gear driven in aluminium case
Capacity: Petrol 150 miles.  Oil 250 miles
Lubrication by sight feed pump on oil tank
Starting by handle on back wheel
Automatic stand, 10" long and self-locking in both positions
Saddle suspended on spiral buffer springs with anti vibratory check spring
1" V rubber drive belt on deep section variable pulley.  Highest gear 4 to1,  lowest gear 6 to1
Black enamel finish.  Wheel black, green lined. 
Tanks aluminium (paint ?), with green panels, lined black

Price £60 for Model No.1
£63 for Model No. 2 with free engine clutch

It does not mention whether the Model No. 1 has a leather cone clutch as in the previous year - or no clutch at all.
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