| 词条 | Matchless Model X |
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|name=Matchless Model X |image= |aka=Sports Tourist |manufacturer=Matchless Motor Cycles (Colliers) Ltd, Plumstead Road, London |parent_company= |production= |predecessor= |successor= |class= |engine={{convert|990|cc|cuin|abbr=on}} side-valve V-twin |wheelbase= {{convert|57|in|abbr=on}} |length= |width= |height= |seat height= |power= |torque= |dry weight= {{convert|435|lb|abbr=on}} |fuel_capacity=2.5 gallons |fuel_economy= |transmission= }} The Matchless Model X is a Matchless motorcycle made from 1929 to 1940. There were yearly modifications and in 1937 the Model X was completely redesigned as a fast touring motorcycle. Production ended with outbreak of World War II. DevelopmentThe Matchless Model X was developed for V-twin enthusiasts and had a specially reinforced rear frame for heavy-duty sidecar work. At the end of 1936 the Model X was upgraded and rebranded the Sports Tourist, with a shorter wheelbase frame which improved roadholding and steering. The Motor Cycle road tested the Model X in May 1937 and noted that the steering was light but even when cruising at over {{Convert|60|mph|abbr=on}} it did "not become so light as to necessitate-use of the damper." Performance of the {{Convert|990|cc|cuin|abbr=on}} engine was described as "delightful" and although not a sportster it was capable of {{Convert|80|mph|abbr=on}} and could reach {{Convert|70|mph|abbr=on}} from a standing start in a quarter of a mile.[1] Brough SuperiorIn the lead up to World War II Brough Superior began using 990 cc Matchless V-twin side valve engines for their SS80 and overhead-valve engines for the SS100.[2] References1. ^{{cite book|last=Currie|first=Bob|title=Classic British Motorcycles of over 500cc|publisher=Patrick Stephens Ltd|date=1988|isbn=978-1-85260-083-9}} 2. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.manuk.de/_matchx.htm|title=Matchless Model X|accessdate=2009-01-01}} External links
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