AJS Model 16 350 Spectre vs Triumph Bandit 350 (1971)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AJS Model 16 350 Spectrestacks up against the Triumph Bandit 350. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAJS Model 16 350 SpectreTriumph Bandit 350
Model year19651971
Price
Engine348 cc349 cc
Horsepower34 hp
Weight171 kg
Fuel capacity3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires3.50-18 / 3.50-18

AJS Model 16 350 Spectre vs Triumph Bandit 350 — which should you buy?

Picking between the AJS Model 16 350 Spectre and the Triumph Bandit 350 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AJS Model 16 350 Spectre brings its published horsepower in a 171 kg package, while the Triumph Bandit 350 counters with 34 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: