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James K17. 1939. 98cc.

Homepage  Pre war index 1939. 98cc models James K17 (98cc)
Villiers 98cc twin port engine
Three speed gearbox
Flywheel magneto ignition
Villiers single lever carburettor
Pressed steel blade type forks
2¼ gallon tank finished in black, panelled in silver and lined in gold.  Oil measure in filler cap
Wide domed mudguards
Well section rims finished in black enamel, lined red
5" brakes
Goodyear 25" x 2.75" tyres
Centre stand
Twin exhaust pipes to large expansion box in front of engine.  Tail pipe to rear
Terry saddle
6 pole 18 watt Villiers lighting set with 5½" headlamp, dimmer switch and tail lamp
Leg shields, toolbox & toolkit, grease gun and tyre inflator
Black enamel finish.  Chrome to bright parts
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