My 1943 Matchless 3GL

[ianrichards]

Here's a few pictures of my new 1943 Matchless 3GL .

 

The census number ties up with the frame number, and it looks as though the engine has been changed. But as the bike was used by the Royal Military Police ERII (see transfer on tank) after 1952 when the WW2 census numbers would have been obsolete, so they should not be present. The number plate has the current civilian registration number but the plate looks like it originally had the post 1947 numbering system.

On the right hand side of the tank is a black panel which faintly reads "Military Motorcycle Museum". The formation sign is the post WW2 one for the 48th Division.

 

Any feedback/comments/observations greatly appreciated.

 

Regards

Ian

[Richard Farrant]

Ian,

 

I have seen this Matchless before, recollect the large RMP badge on tank and the front number plate. Think it might have been in the Kent area at one time, or close by. Do you have a list of past owners by chance?

[ianrichards]

Thanks for that.

I have just bought it through a classic motorcycle dealer friend of mine in Cornwall. The previous owner having sold it as he can no longer use it. I should get the buff log book, V5 etc on Monday.

Do you have any observations ob the bike that may be of use to you.

Will keep you posted

Ian

 

 

Ian,

 

I have seen this Matchless before, recollect the large RMP badge on tank and the front number plate. Think it might have been in the Kent area at one time, or close by. Do you have a list of past owners by chance?

[Enigma]

Don't know about bikes but this one looks great!