ROVER 5/6 hp Motorcycle

*Rover 5/6 hp Twin Motor Cycle - Specifications, Model 1922*
Engine
Twin cylinder, 5/6 h.p.; 70 mm bore x 85 mm stroke, 654 cc capacity.
Nickel steel valves, specially large and interchangeable.
Cylinders easily detachable without removing other parts..
6½-in. ground clearance.
Tappets, special silent pattern, and easily adjusted or removed.
Carburetter and Control
Amac carburetter.
The throttle and extra air are both controlled from the handle-bar, and both work inward to advance and outward to retard.
Magneto, also controlled from the handle-bar, works inward to advance.
Ignition
By weather-proof high tension magneto, placed before the engine and driven by adjustable roller chain, the latter covered with aluminium dust-proof case.
Transmission
Silent chain drive to clutch on gearbox, thence by Brampton spring chain to rear wheel. Standard gear, 5½ to 1.
Clutch Control
The clutch is operated by lever on handle-bar.
Frame
Gives long wheelbase of 56 in., a very low saddle position, and is made exceptionally strong and suitable for side-car work.
Tyres and Wheels
28 in. x 3 in. Avon tyres on extra strong rims.
Petrol and Oil
Two gallons of petrol and three pints of lubricating oil can be carried.
The specially constructed tank is fitted with large fillers, and supplied with strainers and oil pump.
Stands and Carrier
Stands are fitted to both back and front wheels. Special spring clips are fitted to the stands.
A large and strong carrier of a special design over back wheel.
Saddle and Toolbag
A specially large and comfortable saddle.
Two extra large pannier bags for tools, etc., are supplied.
Mudguards
Large mudguards are fitted. The rear guard and top of carrier swing up on removing two thumb screws, facilitating tyre repairs.
Spring Fork
The Rover Druid spring fork is fitted as standard, with the addition of spring links at top, which take up all end thrust.
Brakes
Specially strong and easily detachable brake on front wheel, operated by hand, and acting on separate rim
Left (near-side) pedal operates very powerful internal expanding brake in rear hub.
Number Plates
Back and front number plates are supplied, of strong section, firmly attached to the front guard extension and rear of carrier.
Three-Speed Gear
The countershaft three-speed gear box gives ratios of 5½ to 1, 9 to 1, and 16 to 1, with direct drive on top.
Silencer
Specially large and efficient silencer is fitted.
Foot-Boards
Rover patent swinging foot-boards fitted as standard.
Prices
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ROVER 5/6 hp

Specifications

1915 - 1923