AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125
£2,899.00
The AJS ’71 Desert Scrambler
Commemorating the commendable successes of AJS’s USA Sales Manager Mike Jackson – in the November 1971 Barstow to Vegas, District 37, Mojave Desert race.
A line-up of some 3,200 riders, faced a gruelling 190 mile course that included such hazards as deep sand, steep dunes, a snowy mountain pass, millions of rocks and out-of-control fellow competitors!
Based on the AJS Cadwell/Tempest platform the ’71 Desert Scrambler will be sure to thrill and inspire you with every twist of the throttle.
Available in three hot colours: Forged Black, Blazing Orange, Sundown Metallic Red
Two years parts & labour warranty
Available Colours

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AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125
'71 Desert Scrambler 125
Technical Details
Engine type: 4-stroke, OHC, air cooled, single cylinder
Displacement: 124cm³
Bore x Stroke: 54 x 54mm
Compression Ratio: 10:1
Max. power: 7.4kW @ 9,000 rpm
Max. Torque: 9.5Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Tank capacity: 13L
Fuel type: Unleaded or E5 petrol
Transmission: five speed, chain drive
Mass in running order: 126kg (wet with 90% fuel)
Max load: 150kg
Starter: electric and kick
Generator nominal output: 100VA
Battery: 12v 9Ah
Brakes: 300mm front single disc/ 210mm rear disc (Combined Braking System)
Wheel rims: Front: 17 x MT 2.5 Rear: 17 x MT3.50
Tyres: Front: 110/70-17 Rear: 130/70-17
Front sprocket: 428 14T
Rear Sprocket: 428 45T
Seat height: 760mm
Length: 2040mm
Width: 830mm
Height: 1060mm
Wheelbase: 1330mm
Odometer: km
Speedometer: Dual marked
Max Speed: (approx): 60mph
Fuel consumption: (as recorded on the COC) 118mpg
Key Features
17 year old learner legal
Ultra smooth Balance Shaft, 4 stroke engine
Centre stand and side stand fitted
Excellent fuel economy
Stainless steel hi-level wrapped exhaust system
Low fuel level warning light
Maintenance Information
Tyre pressure - front: 33 psi solo or with passenger (not to exceed 36psi)
Tyre pressure - rear: 33 psi solo or with passenger (not to exceed 36psi)
Tappet clearance In: 0.15mm
Tappet clearance Ex: 0.15mm
Engine oil type: 10w40 Class API, SG (Silkolene Super 4)
Engine oil quantity: 1.0 - 1.1L (check on dip stick)
Spark plug type: NGK CR6HS (x1)
Air filter part number: 1690100-050000
Oil filter part number: Gauze type, clean and replace
Front fork oil capacity: 220cc (each leg)
Front fork oil type: RSF 7.5
Torque Settings:
Front axle nut 45Nm
Rear axle nut 65Nm
Steering stem nut 30Nm
Swinging arm axle nut 60Nm
Rear sprocket nut 30Nm
Cylinder head bolt M8 x 1.25 22Nm
Spark plug M10 x 1.00 12.5Nm
Magneto rotor 70Nm
General 8.8 or 9.8 fasteners:
M6 10Nm
M8 25Nm
M10 50Nm
M12 85Nm
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