| Manufacturer | Matchless Motor Cycles (Colliers) Ltd, Plumstead Road, London |
|---|---|
| Also called | Sports Tourist |
| Engine | 990 cc side-valve V-twin |
| Wheelbase | 57 inches (140 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.5 gallons |
The Matchless Model X was a British motorcycle launched in 1929. There were yearly modifications and in 1937 the Model X was completely redesigned as a fast touring motorcycle. Production ended in 1940, due to the outbreak of World War II in 1939.
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The 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 Matchless the steering was light but even when cruising at over 60 mph it did not become so light as to necessitate-use of the damper. Performance of the 990cc engine was described as 'delightful' and although not a sportster it was capable of 80 mph and could reach 70 mph from a standing start in a quarter of a mile.[1]
In the lead up to World War II Brough Superior began using 990 cc Matchless v-twin side valve engines for their Brough Superior SS80 and overhead-valve engines for the Brough Superior SS100. [2]